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Why people hide assets from disability services

I lie about my savings when I apply for benefits because I know they'll cut me off if they find out I have money, even though it's barely enough for emergencies.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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Survival sometimes requires deception when systems punish prudence and self-advocacy.

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“Where Are You with Money and disability?”

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