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I was told that we don't qualify for disability because it's not a "permanent" condition. And getting sick doesn't qualify you for unemployment either. Everyone I spoke to told me to call the Salvation Army.

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Here is what I found when I asked the google al about LC disability (bear in mind that ai can be wrong):

Yes, you can get disability for long COVID. It is recognized as a potential disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) if your symptoms substantially limit a major life activity, and you can qualify for financial benefits if your condition prevents you from working for at least 12 months.

Legal and Financial ProtectionsCivil Rights (ADA): Federal guidance establishes that long COVID is a physical or mental impairment under the ADA, meaning you may qualify for reasonable workplace accommodations.

Social Security Benefits: You can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through the Social Security Administration (SSA).How Claims Are EvaluatedNo Specific Listing: Long COVID does not have its own dedicated category in the SSA’s official impairment listings.

Functional Evaluation: The SSA evaluates how your specific symptoms (such as severe fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, or heart issues) limit your residual functional capacity to perform basic work activities.

Matching Body Systems: Claims are often assessed under related body systems, such as respiratory, cardiovascular (like POTS), or neurological impairments. Requirements for Approval Duration: Your symptoms must have lasted—or be expected to last—at least 12 consecutive months. Work Impact: Your condition must prevent you from performing substantial gainful activity.

Medical Evidence: You need thorough, consistent documentation from your doctors detailing your diagnosis, treatment history, objective test results, and a clear description of how the symptoms restrict your daily life and ability to work.