Question:
How does SSI work? Who is eligible? (G. Vergara, Doral)
Answer:
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program funded by general tax revenues (not Social Security taxes). It provides monthly payments to meet basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter....
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Question: Will my disability benefits be reduced if I get workers’ compensation or other public disability benefits? (D. Mendoza, Hialeah Gardens)
Answer:
If you get either workers’ compensation or public disability benefit payments, we may reduce Social...
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This article was updated on September 11, 2023
By Leslie L. Megyeri
Research by Ashley Whillans of Harvard Business School found that money can buy happiness, including more free time to do things you want and like to do. Achieving happiness...
By David Lukić
This article was updated on September 9, 2023
Scams against older adults are on the rise, and also becoming more creative. With millions still falling victim each year, there's no sign of the trend stopping and many cases...
Q: What is the Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program? (M. Olson, Weston)
A: The Ticket Program offers Social Security beneficiaries with disabilities the choices, opportunities and supports needed to find and keep employment, increase their earnings, and reduce their dependence...
Question: I received a letter that I have an overpayment. What should I do? (B. Kelly, Pinecrest)
Answer:
Don’t spend the extra money! Social Security will send you an overpayment notice with a request to repay the amount within 30 days.
If...
With the right anti-fraud information, you can help protect those you love. Here are the five most important resources about Social Security scams that you should know about:
Find out how to spot fake calls and emails and what to...
Now that they have time, more and more seniors are deciding to open the small business they have dreamt of for decades. Here are 5 benefits of using a virtual address - instead of your condo or home address,...
By Chris Holbert, CEO of SecuraTrac
If you’re a snowbird prepping for the migrating season to warmer weather for the winter, then you’re likely aware of how popular this season is going to be. With a readily available vaccine and...
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Have you already pledged that this is the year you finally get organized? If so, you’re like many of us who have vowed to make the start of the new year the time to get everything...
