The Plight of Invisible Disabilities with Ginger Goins

Former Board Member of The Invisible Disabilities Advocate, Ginger Goins, gives plea regarding Invisible Disabilities, loved ones and understanding at 2008 Honor Awards Banquet.

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Applying and Winning Disability Assistance When You Are Chronically Ill with Scott Davis, Atty

Over the years, many people have asked The Invisible Disabilities Advocate if they qualify for Social Security Disability. Unfortunately, that question is not for us to answer. A person would need to speak to a Social Security Representative and/or file an application. Many factors play into applying for benefits, such as diagnosis, medical records, backing from doctors, failure to work history, individual condition and limitations, ability to perform substantial and/or gainful employment according to SS standardes, etc.

Mr. Davis is regarded as one of our nation’s legal specialists in representing clients who are disabled due to fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue immune dysfunction syndrome. Mr. Davis has successfully represented Social Security disability clients of all ages throughout the United States. Mr. Davis has won Social Security disability cases in every region of the United States and in approximately 40 states. And Mr. Davis’ extensive experience is evident in the fact that his firm wins chronic pain and fatigue Social Security disability cases over 90% of the time. This success rate is significantly higher than the average disability attorney and more than double the success rate of Social Security claimants who are not represented. Visit his web site which features many wonderful articles on the application process and other FAQ at ScottDavisPC.com.

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
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Secrets of Paying for Medical Care with Jacqueline L. Jones

Stricken with disabling pain and fatigue, which interrupted a promising career as a journalist, Jacqueline L. Jones spent more than 20 years searching for the answers she needed to survive. This determination led her to more than 15 years of extensive research and to improved health. Jones has developed a practical system, based on her experiences, that will teach you how to save time and money in seeking help for a chronic illness.

Jacqueline is the author of Unmasking a Diagnosis: How to Find Help for a Confusing Illness Without Filing for Bankruptcy. BUY IT HERE! Proceeds go to the continued work of The Invisible Disabilities Advocate, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization encouraging, supporting and assisting people touched by chronic illness, pain and injury around the world.

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
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The Civil Rights of Patients with Invisible Chronic Illnesses with Jennifer C. Jaff, Esq

What exactly are your rights? How do you figure them out when you are so tired already? Jennifer C. Jaff, Esq. is Founder and Executive Director of Advocacy for Patients with Chronic Illness. She also has Crohn’s disease. A 1984 graduate of Georgetown University Law Center, when her disease disabled her and she turned her skills towards the internet and found a community of chronically ill patients in desperate need of legal advice and help. She started Advocacy for Patients then, when she was too ill to leave her home. Now, she serves patients full-time. She is the Chronic Illness Advocate on RevolutionHealth.com

Jennifer is the author of Know Your Rights: A Handbook for Patients with Chronic Illness. BUY IT HERE! Proceeds go to the continued work of The Invisible Disabilities Advocate, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization encouraging, supporting and assisting people touched by chronic illness, pain and injury around the world.

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
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Finding Health Insurance Coverage with a Pre-existing Condition with Jennifer Jaff, Attny

The Invisible Disabilities Advocate knows that sometimes finding health insurance coverage for those living with chronic illness, pain or injury can be quite frustrating and confusing.

Jennifer C. Jaff, Esq. is an attorney with 25 of experience who specializes in chronic illness law. Ms. Jaff graduated from Georgetown University Law Center with honors, and was an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut before going into private practice. She founded AdvocacyforPatients.org for those with chronic illness in March 2005.

Jennifer is the author of Know Your Rights: A Handbook for Patients with Chronic Illness. BUY IT HERE! Proceeds go to the continued work of The Invisible Disabilities Advocate, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization encouraging, supporting and assisting people touched by chronic illness, pain and injury around the world.

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
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Simplifying Your Home and Housework with Marcia Ramsland

Living with chronic illness, pain, injury and/or disability can be quite a challenge when it comes to every day chores we all used to take for granted. In our Social Network, My Invisible Disabilities Community, one of the most popular groups is our Coping Strategies Group where members share tips and tricks to cleaning, organizing, cooking and managing life with a debilitating condition.

Marcia, entertaining media guest expert, speaker, and professional organizer, is well known as “The Organizing Pro” for her practical tips and clever solutions in homes and offices. She appears on national radio and TV, and her tips in national magazines like Better Homes and Gardens, Woman’s Day, and Real Simple magazines. Marcia has a daughter that got Fibromyalgia at age 17 and knows well what it’s like to have an invisible illness in the home.

Marcia is the author of the popular “Simplify for Success” book series, Simplify Your Life and more! BUY HERE! Proceeds go to the continued work of The Invisible Disabilities Advocate, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization encouraging, supporting and assisting people touched by chronic illness, pain and injury around the world.

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
The Invisible Disabilities Advocate does not necessarily endorse information discussed in this interview. Please seek a professional for medical, legal, financial or counseling advice.

Find the Job You Desire and Can Do with Speaker Rosalind Joffe

Rosalind is career coach for people who live with chronic illness and her business, cicoach.com, is devoted to giving people the tools and resources they need to thrive in their work while living with chronic illness. In addition to over 30 years of personal experience living with auto immune chronic illnesses, including multiple sclerosis and ulcerative colitis, Rosalind has 30 years of experience working and has held management positions in small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Ten years ago, she founded her own, very successful executive coaching business.

Rosalind is the author of Women Work and Autoimmmune Disease: Keep Working, Girlfriend! BUY HERE! Proceeds go to the continued work of The Invisible Disabilities Advocate, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization encouraging, supporting and assisting people touched by chronic illness, pain and injury around the world.

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
The Invisible Disabilities Advocate does not necessarily endorse information discussed in this interview. Please seek a professional for medical, legal, financial or counseling advice.

How to Get Paid to Blog with Connie Roberts

Ever wonder how people make a living online? Do you need some extra income while you are at home with a chronic illness? Connie Roberts has multiple chronic illnesses and has been blogging since April, ’07. She now writes 3 of her own blogs, co-authors 2 other blogs, and works for various companies as a sub-contractor doing paid reviews. By writing she uses her creative energy, is able to be an advocate for people with disabilities of all types including those of us with invisible chronic illnesses and earn extra money. It is not only personally fulfilling but helps her to feel that she can contribute to her family’s income again. She says, “I have taught people how to get into the world of blogging. They now earn money and reap the benefits that I do too.”

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
The Invisible Disabilities Advocate does not necessarily endorse information discussed in this interview. Please seek a professional for medical, legal, financial or counseling advice.

College with Chronic Illness: How to get help and respect from administrators and faculty with Lynn Royster

Lynn Royster is the Director of the Chronic Illness Initiative at DePaul University’s School for New Learning. It’s a unique program designed to help chronically ill students obtain a college education. It’s a unique program designed to help chronically ill students obtain a college education. In addition, she designs and teaches courses in conflict management, adult psychology, and writing. Dr. Royster also serves as Vice Chair of the CFIDS Association of America, Inc. and as Board Secretary of the Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, and Chemical Sensitivity Coalition of Chicago. She received her B.A. from the University of Michigan, her M.A. from Prescott College, her J.D. from George Washington University, and her Ph.D. from the Union Institute and University.

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
The Invisible Disabilities Advocate does not necessarily endorse information discussed in this interview. Please seek a professional for medical, legal or counseling advice.

Friendships, Dating and Marriage: Can it all come together when you are chronically ill? with Laurie Edwards

Relationships for those living with chronic illness, pain and injury can often be strained and challenging. As you all may know, The Invisible Disabilities Advocate (IDA) strives to reach out to friends, family and spouses grappling with debilitating conditions. Within IDA’s Social Network, this has always been a hot topic and many who are single often wonder if dating and/or marriage is possible for them with their condition. Laurie Edwards addresses the in’s and out’s of friendships, dating and marriage.

Laurie is the author of the book, Life Disrupted: Getting Real About Chronic Illness in Your Twenties and Thirties. BUY HERE Proceeds go to the continued work of The Invisible Disabilities Advocate, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization encouraging, supporting and assisting people touched by chronic illness, pain and injury around the world.

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Seminar and Interview from The National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week http://www.blogtalkradio.com/invisibleillnessconf
The Invisible Disabilities Advocate does not necessarily endorse information discussed in this interview. Please seek a professional for medical, legal or counseling advice.