Every year on Veterans Day, our nation honors the people who risk their lives to protect our country. Social Security’s disability program is an important part of our obligation to wounded warriors and their families.
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Many people working nowadays have more than one job. This means they have several sources of income. It’s important to keep in mind that having multiple sources of income can sometimes affect your Social Security benefits; but, it depends on the source.
SAN MATEO, CA; – Caring.com, a leading senior care referral service with Family Advisors nationwide, released its 2019 Senior Living Report on the Best and Worst Places for Seniors to Live. Miami is ranked number 15 out of 302 cities in the U.S. Each city was graded on healthcare, housing options, community engagement, transportation, quality of life and workforce development.
Children are our future — we share our knowledge and talent with them — we pass on our values to them knowing they will share those gifts. Social Security safeguards children all year long, but we’d like to take this opportunity to share information about our programs that provide direct support to children.
Time is one of our most valuable commodities. That’s why at Social Security, we are constantly improving our online resources to make doing business with us easier and faster.
Speaking today at a hearing of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, University of Illinois at Chicago professor Susan L. Hughes, DSW, FGSA, told lawmakers that “physical activity matters and is essential for healthy aging” and should be made a “top national priority for older adults.” She additionally called for the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act, citing its importance in “maintaining and accelerating advances in healthy aging.”
Marriage is a tradition that exists on every continent and in nearly every country. Having a partner not only means creating a family unit, it means sharing things like a home and other property. Understanding how your future retirement might affect your spouse is important. When you’re planning for your retirement, here are a few things to remember:
In the 21st century, more women work, pay Social Security taxes, and earn credit toward monthly retirement income than at any other time in our nation’s history. Yet, on average, women face greater economic challenges than men in retirement.
Picture it: A dog catching your eye at the shelter, jumping, doggie kissesand trying to press its entire body against your legs. Children giggling with delight. Ideas for names flying around. Your new dog jumping intoyour car for the first time and heading home.
Social Security is here with information, tools, and benefits to help you secure today and tomorrow. Our journey together begins when you’re born and get your Social Security card. It continues when you get your first job and follows you through your entire career, marriage, and retirement. Our commitment is to be with you throughout life’s journey.
The health team used the day’s event at the Porus Health Centre in Manchester on Thursday, September 26 to educate scores of persons, particularly the elderly on the importance of healthy ageing. The celebration focused on improving the quality of life of the ageing population, mainly through physical activity, healthy eating, mental and dental assessment and screening for non-communicable diseases. The participants received free blood tests and medical checks, in addition to samples of food.
Social Security means many different things to many different people. To a spouse who has lost their partner, it may mean a monthly check to help with childcare costs. For a wounded warrior, Social Security might mean a lifeline of income that improves their quality of life. And chances are, you’ll rely on us one day as well.
Having a job means different things to different people, but it can give you a sense of self, a community to rely on, and much-needed structure. Some people define themselves through their work. Others may enjoy the social aspect of their jobs. If you rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments or Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits and want to start working or return to work, Social Security can help.
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