Marling,

Thanks for your support, I was feeling very lonely. From your reply, I
do not understand the differences between SSI, SSA, and SSDI. Could you
explain briefly please.

My concern was the principle of withholding the money (on the basis that
he is entitled to it one way or another -  and if it's not a direct
contribution he made, it  would be indirect through some other form of
taxation) unless he took a course of medical treatment. That strikes me
as being force by economic sanction. Dangerous in the hands of
government.

Regards

David


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> David,
>
> If he is getting SSDI, he did pay it in and probably should be allowed to refuse
> medication if he feels it is either harmful or useless.
>
> However, if he is getting SSI, then the rules change as he did not pay any of it
> and those who did should have input.  For example, if current practice says take
> the meds, he should take the meds, otherwise find another way to financially
> support himself, many do (other pensions, insurances, veterans benefits, etc.).
>
> That is my 2 cents worth, for what it is worth (I am an advocate who helps
> people gain access to SSI, SSA, SSDI and other benefits).
>
> don't forget how to laugh
> Marling McReynolds
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