Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits provide a lifeline for those who develop long-term disabilities. Since you paid into the system, you are also entitled to receive these benefits if you become eligible. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) rigorously enforces eligibility requirements. Thus, your SSDI application must include clear evidence of your disabling health condition.
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If you have a disability that has made it impossible to work for at least 12 months, or if you’re over 65, you could be eligible to receive Social Security Administration (SSA) disability benefits. As with other programs that the government handles, applying for and receiving the benefits can be more complex than it first appears.
Recently, the Social Security Administration made significant updates to these disability benefits. Here is what you need to know about these updates and what they mean for you.
What is a Representative Payee, and how do they help? A representative payee is a person or an organization appointed by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to manage Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or retirement benefits. A representative payee helps manage the benefit finances for individuals that have a disability (physical or mental limitations), seniors, or in some cases, children. It will help to understand what the SSA is and what benefits they administer. Read on to learn the role of the representative payee.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted virtually all aspects of governmental services, including those at the Social Security Administration (SSA). Fortunately, most Marylanders and other people obtain SSA benefits remotely. However, there are key SSA updates you should know about.
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Roughly 10,000 baby boomers reach retirement age each day, which is above the U.S. average. If you are retired or you’re counting the days when you leave your full-time job, Social Security should be your biggest concern. It’s a fundamental part of your retirement income. As a result, it’s important to stay up to date on the COLA for the year 2020. However, before we dive into details, let’s find out what COLA entails.
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National My Social Security Week Annual National My Social Security Week is to educate and encourage folks to register for a My Social Security account. As a My Social Security Account holder, you will have access to online Social Security services, anytime. Why should you register for
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