Jacky Writes 10/31/25 Jacky Writes 10/31/25

Hudson Valley Disability Hearings Return to West Nyack—But Long Wait Times and denials may Loom for New SSDI Applicants

After a five-month gap, the Social Security Administration will reopen disability hearings in West Nyack, NY, restoring access for Hudson Valley residents. The new hearing office begins sessions November 17, 2025, helping thousands waiting on appeals after the closure of White Plains. But while that’s welcome news for current appellants, new SSDI applicants still face 230+ day waits, record denial rates, and growing backlogs across the country. Our latest report breaks down what this reopening really means—and what applicants should expect heading into 2026.

Jacky Writes 10/12/25 Jacky Writes 10/12/25

Stem Cell Breakthrough May Help the Brain Heal Itself After Stroke

New research from the University of Zurich shows that human stem cells made from ordinary adult cells can repair stroke damage in the brain — restoring movement and rebuilding lost tissue in mice. The discovery could one day help millions of stroke survivors regain what was once thought lost forever.

Jacky Writes 10/3/25 Jacky Writes 10/3/25

Cancer Rates Are Rising Among Young Adults: What This Means for SSDI Claims

Cancer is rising in young adults at alarming rates—and with it, the challenge of winning SSDI claims before age 50. Learn which cancers qualify under SSA’s Blue Book, how Compassionate Allowances fast-track severe cases, and how to examine your disability claim.

Jacky Writes 6/27/25 Jacky Writes 6/27/25

AI and SSDI: The Promise and Perils of Artificial Intelligence in Disability Decisions

Explore the balanced pros and cons of SSA’s AI tool Insight—which speeds up SSDI decision-making and improves consistency, but also risks bias without strong oversight.