Disability Income FAQs
What is Disability Income Insurance?
Disability income insurance helps replace a portion of your income if an illness or injury prevents you from working. It helps you continue paying everyday expenses while you recover.
When is the best time to purchase disability insurance?
When is the best time to purchase disability insurance?
What are my chances of becoming disabled?
More than 1 in 4 of today's 20-year-olds is projected to experience a disability before reaching retirement age. Disability can happen to anyone, regardless of age or occupation.
Doesn't my health insurance cover a disability?
Health insurance helps pay medical expenses. Disability income insurance helps replace lost income so you can continue paying your mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries, and other bills.
What if I already have disability coverage through my employer?
Employer coverage may not be enough to meet your financial needs. An individual policy may help supplement your existing benefits and provide protection when changing jobs.
Is disability insurance only for people with physically demanding jobs?
No! Professionals, business owners, educators, healthcare workers, and employees in virtually every industry can experience an illness or injury that prevents them from earning an income.