By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Questions and Answers Question: I usually get my benefit payment on the third of the month. But what if the third falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday? Will my payment be late? Answer: Just the opposite. Your payment should arrive early. For example, if you usually get your payment on the third of a month, but … Continue reading Social Security Q&A Part 43

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the blessings we have in our lives and to share memories with our loved ones. We are thankful because we can provide you and your family with services, benefits, tools, and information to help you throughout life’s journey. Social Security is more than just a retirement program.  We provide services … Continue reading Social Security is thankful to serve you

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Most business owners are hyper-focused on growing their business and legacy.  But at some point, they must consider a plan for retirement.  That’s why it’s important for business owners to begin thinking about how Social Security fits into their retirement planning.  Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker – including … Continue reading How business owners can make Social Security part of their retirement planning

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist This year, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.  This law prohibits disability-related discrimination in programs that are run by federal agencies or receive federal funding.  It also protects federal employees and contractors from discrimination.  Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act requires that federal contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to recruit, hire, … Continue reading Celebrating 50 years of the Rehabilitation Act

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Our Mobile Check-In Express feature makes it easier to check in if you must visit a Social Security office.  To use Mobile Check-In Express, scan the QR code located at your local Social Security office.    This will allow you to check in for: For Mobile Check-In Express to work, you must be at the Social Security office … Continue reading Save your place in line with Mobile Check-In Express

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist When you retire, if you become disabled, or if someone you depend on dies— we are there when you need us.  With your personal and secure my Social Security account, you can access your information, benefits, and important services from just about anywhere.  Having a personal my Social Security account allows you to: If you already receive … Continue reading At home or on the go: Social Security is online

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Financial crime against older Americans is a growing problem. People living with dementia are at an especially high risk of becoming victims. That’s why we’re committed to combatting fraud. As their memory and other thinking skills decline, people with dementia may struggle to make financial decisions. They may not remember or report the abuse – or understand … Continue reading Minimizing the risk of financial abuse for people living with dementia

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist We’re excited to announce the addition of two helpful screening tools on SSA.gov! These tools are the Benefits Screener and the Card Replacement Screener. The Benefit Screener helps you determine your eligibility for benefits and the Card Replacement Screener helps you request a replacement Social Security card. Let’s go over how you can use these tools.  Benefits … Continue reading How SSA.gov helps you

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Questions and Answers Question: I usually get my benefit payment on the third of the month. But what if the third falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday? Will my payment be late? Answer: Just the opposite. Your payment should arrive early. For example, if you usually get your payment on the third of a month, but … Continue reading Social Security Q&A Part 41

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker.  If you’re among the many people covered under Social Security, you should know what your future benefit may be.  Monthly benefit payments will likely be an important part of your retirement income. We base your benefit payment on how much you earned during … Continue reading Four questions about Social Security that can help you plan your future