Canadian Disability Benefits for Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is a condition that affects the body’s thyroid gland, in which abnormally low levels of hormones are produced. The inadequate supply of hormones in turn impacts various bodily functions.
The thyroid gland, which is found in the neck, produces the hormones thyroxin and triiodothyronine– both of which are vital in controlling the body’s growth and metabolism. Because these hormones affect two key functions of the body, other processes are residually obstructed, including heart rate, body temperature, weight gain, muscle integrity as well as energy levels. Hypothyroidism is generally caused by the body’s immune system attacking its own thyroid gland, a phenomenon known as autoimmune reaction.
The likelihood of hypothyroidism increases with age, typically affecting more women than men. Hypothyroidism symptoms includes distresses like constipation, depression, fatigue, weight gain, and heavy or irregular periods in women. If left untreated, the condition can also impact a person’s vocal ability, form facial contours, as well as negatively affecting heart rate. Treatment comes in the form of medication mostly, as a means of restoring balance in hormone levels.
Heart Disease and Disability Benefits
Due to the nature of hypothyroidism, and the physical toll it can take on a person’s body, disability for hypothyroidism is available through the Canadian government. The Canadian Disability Tax Credit and Child Disability Tax Credit are two such options that families combatting hypothyroidism can find support from.
However, many differently-abled Canadians, who are eligible for Disability Tax Credits or savings plans through the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), don’t bother claiming the benefits they’re entitled to. They may be unaware their condition qualifies for benefits, or they simply can’t be bothered going through the Disability Tax Credit application process.
How Can the NBA Help Me?
The National Benefit Authority is Canada’s largest disability tax service provider, having assisted 40,000 Canadians in successfully claiming disability tax refunds. Our in-house team of experts can help determine your Disability Tax Credit eligibility and assist with completing the Canadian Disability Tax Credit application (Form T2201). We follow-up directly with the CRA, meaning timely submittals and approvals for our clients.
We believe that you and your family have enough to deal with, on top of the paperwork and research required for the Disability Tax Credit. We can guide you through every step towards recovering your hypothyroidism disability, helping you and your family maintain a high standard of living and quality of life.
