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10 Powerful Ways to Use Social Security Online

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Chances are good that you use the internet or a cell phone app every day. Social Security has you covered. We’ve created online tools to make the lives of millions of people easier. We’ve put together a top ten list of easy-to-use resources for you. Want access to our latest news, retirement planning tips, and helpful information? … Continue reading 10 Powerful Ways to Use Social Security Online

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Social Security…Live!

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security engages with the public in a number of ways. From news articles to blog posts, and printed publications to tweets, we try to speak to as many people, in as many ways as we can. Our Facebook Live events give you concise information in an easy-to-follow conversation. Here are the topics from recent Facebook Live … Continue reading Social Security…Live!

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Michigan Residents Can Replace Their Social Security Card Online

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Need to replace your lost or misplaced Social Security card? If you live in Michigan, our online application makes getting a replacement card easier than ever. There’s no need to sit in traffic or visit a local office. As long as you’re only requesting a replacement card, and no other changes, you can use our free online … Continue reading Michigan Residents Can Replace Their Social Security Card Online

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Celebratory Day, FYI, seniors, Social Security, Technology, Tips

Sharing Security with Mom On Mother’s Day

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Spring is upon us, and it marks two very popular annual events: Mother’s Day and the release of Social Security’s baby name list! There’s no better time to share some security with the people you love. While spending time with your mom on Sunday, May 13, you can help her quickly and easily sign up for a … Continue reading Sharing Security with Mom On Mother’s Day

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Elder Law of Michigan at the 2018 Equal Justice Conference #EJC18

#EJC18 2018 Pre-Conference Session: Running a Hotline is more than answering the phone: A Collaborative Workshop. Team members of the Center for Elder Rights Advocacy (CERA) are participating in the 2018 Equal Justice Conference being held in San Diego, California. CERA is participating as presenter and organizer of the pre-conference session scheduled for today, Wednesday, May 9, 2018. The pre-conference is on Running a Hotline is … Continue reading Elder Law of Michigan at the 2018 Equal Justice Conference #EJC18

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Receive Social Security Benefits? Keep Your Address Up-To-Date With My Social Security

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Keeping your address up to date with a my Social Security account helps us mail your important documents to the correct place. If you receive benefits, you can use my Social Security to update your address. If you’ve moved recently, updating your information sooner rather than later will help us deliver important documents to you, including: Your … Continue reading Receive Social Security Benefits? Keep Your Address Up-To-Date With My Social Security

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Celebratory Month, FYI, Money and Finances, Planning for the Future, Retirement, seniors, Social Security, Technology, Tips

It’s National Social Security Month!

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist National Social Security Month is celebrated in April and is dedicated to educating you about Social Security programs and services.  From programs that help support you through life’s journey, to services that help put you in control, to systems that help protect what’s important to you, Social Security is committed to helping secure today and tomorrow for … Continue reading It’s National Social Security Month!

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Connecting With Social Security

By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Every day thousands use it to do business with Social Security. We strive to offer the kind of services that meet people’s needs. You can call us toll free at 1-800-772-1213. Social Security offers some automated services that allow people to receive service without waiting to speak to a representative. The automated services are available 24 hours … Continue reading Connecting With Social Security

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Satellite Dish Rights

By Eric Villanueva, 2017 Summer Legal Intern One thing that most people don’t know is that property owners, and tenants, have a federally protected right to install, maintain, or use an antenna to receive video programming. In 1996, Congress directed the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in Section 207 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 to adopt the Over-the-Air Reception Devices rule, which limits restrictions that … Continue reading Satellite Dish Rights

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Elder Law of Michigan Releases Mi-SOAP 3.0!

Released in August 2016, the new Michigan’s Support for Older Adults Portal (Mi-SOAP) has been rebuilt from the ground up to provide a better user interface, implement new features, and address user feedback to provide a quality user experience. Additionally, Mi-SOAP now has a public site, allowing seniors and other members of the community to better connect with the resources seniors need most. Mi-SOAP now includes … Continue reading Elder Law of Michigan Releases Mi-SOAP 3.0!

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