Add Comment Question: My daughter has just become very ill and is in the hospital. She probably won't be working for at least a year or more she is entitled to 15 weeks unemployment benefits my question is can she go on long-term government disability? Answer: Depending which program you’re referring to. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.