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Long-term disability (LTD) benefits through a union like the Carpenters Union are typically managed through the union's benefit fund, separate from federal programs like SSDI or SSI. It's best to contact your local union hall or benefits administrator directly to understand what's available to you.

That said, if epilepsy is Show Full Answer

Long-term disability (LTD) benefits through a union like the Carpenters Union are typically managed through the union's benefit fund, separate from federal programs like SSDI or SSI. It's best to contact your local union hall or benefits administrator directly to understand what's available to you.

That said, if epilepsy is preventing you from working, here are some general steps that may help with any disability claim process:

- Document everything — keep detailed medical records related to your epilepsy
- Have your neurologist clearly explain how epilepsy limits your ability to work
- Be honest and thorough about how seizures affect your daily life and job performance
- Consider consulting a disability attorney — they can help speed up the process and improve your chances of approval As one MyEpilepsyTeam member shared, one of the most important things is having thorough documentation — everything related to your epilepsy diagnosis and how it impacts your life.

Your union's HR or benefits office is the best starting point to understand your specific LTD plan details.

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