It is important that we be able to provide timely payments to you for your benefits, and in doing so, are making some changes. Therefore, as of 05/31/2024, you will no longer be able to file your weekly continued claims for payment over the telephone using the automated Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system. You will be able to file your continued claims online at wyui.wyo.gov by logging in and clicking on Continued Claim > File Continued Claim.

Disability Determination

Disability Determination Services (DDS) is the state-level agency responsible for determining whether claimants are eligible for Social Security disability benefits.

DDS makes the initial determination for each Social Security disability benefits application. DDS also rules on cases that are resubmitted for reconsideration.

The Social Security and Supplemental Security Income Disability Programs provide assistance to people with disabilities. While these two programs are different in many ways, both are administered by the Social Security Administration, and only individuals who have a disability and meet medical criteria may qualify for benefits under either program.

Social Security Disability Insurance pays benefits to you and certain members of your family if you are “insured” – meaning that you worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes
Supplemental Security Income pays benefits based on financial need