Short-term disability insurance options exist for the self-employed. Independent contractors can buy plans covering accidents, illnesses, pregnancy.| Growing Family Benefits
Short-term disability sometimes covers mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression and alcohol rehab. Government programs help most.| Growing Family Benefits
Short-term disability supports benefits for a variety of pregnancy-related medical reasons. Follow instructions carefully for a quick claims approval.| Growing Family Benefits
Supplemental disability insurance fills gaps left by employer-based group plans, social security, and state programs. An extra policy helps.| Growing Family Benefits
Does short-term disability insurance cover pre-existing health conditions? If you qualify for a new policy, you must first meet a 12-month exclusion.| Growing Family Benefits
Your eligibility to collect unemployment for medical or mental health reasons is opposite that for disability. Your ability or inability to work is the key.| Growing Family Benefits
An online short-term disability insurance quote offers little benefit if the policy configuration does not meet your needs. Three features affect premiums.| Growing Family Benefits
Can you collect short-term disability through Social Security? The government says no but check the legal definition first. You may want to apply.| Growing Family Benefits
Can you purchase short-term disability insurance while pregnant and get approved? Yes, you can buy anytime, and probably should. Most don't.| Growing Family Benefits
How much does short-term disability insurance pay in benefits in the event of a valid claim? Use our calculator to estimate the size of your check.| Growing Family Benefits