Could someone point me in the right direction regarding permanent disability>

I know there are a few of you out there on Permanent Disibility and I would appreciate any help. A few months before my RNY I was diagnosed with a disabling muscle/nerve disease. Up until that time I had worked 50 hours a week for the last 25 years. My neurologist put me on temporary disability and I have been on it for 4 months. I went to him yesterday and he states that I will NEVER be able to go back to the type of work I once did. I spent 6 years in college and I have no idea what else I could do. Anyway, he suggests applying for permanent disability. I have no idea how to go about that. I have heard that it is a long drawn out process and you are usually denied the first two times you apply. Also, once you are approved, does that mean that you can NEVER work again. I'm wondering if at one point I will be able to work or learn a new skill will I be able to get a job. If anyone can help me with this it would be much appreciated.

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