By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist We named our blog Social Security Matters for a few reasons. Yes, we matter to millions of people. And the matters we write about—from policy changes to new programs—from online my Social Security features to popular baby names—are topics that affect you in one way or another. Our blogs provide a lot of information about our programs … Continue reading We Know What Matters – It’s You
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By Shirley Brown, Economic Security Team Member Before working at Elder Law of Michigan, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had? I picked beans on my uncle’s farm which was hard work, even for a young person. I also assembled cameras on the assembly line at Kodak. My most interesting job was a reporter for the Detroit Free Press. What do you find … Continue reading Meet the Team, Staff Spotlight: Ellen Mason
By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist All kinds of people make up this great nation. Seniors, soldiers, individuals with disabilities, and newlyweds — they are the workers, civic leaders, social workers, and artistic creators of countless things and ideas that help us have better lives every day. All of our collective talents and passions create one of the most unique societies in the … Continue reading Social Security is Here for People Like You
By Jadranko Tomic Bobas, J.D., Managing Hotline Attorney, and Angela Quinn, Legal Hotline Intern Many people have a family pet that they cherished growing up. While many families own a pet for various reasons, such as teaching a child responsibility, pets can also serve a valuable role in the life of a senior. Pets provide social interaction and physical activity for older adult owners. Pets reduce depression and … Continue reading Seniors and Pets: Part 1
By Sheila Robison, Economic Security Team Member One of the hardest issues I have dealt with in life thus far is regarding dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia is a syndrome which affects a person’s mental cognitive tasks and reasoning in their everyday life. Dementia is an umbrella term which includes Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia may come on slowly or proceed rapidly after onset. Clinical diagnoses should come from a neuropsychiatric evaluation with … Continue reading Dealing with Alzheimer’s Disease
Via Investors Business Daily By Paul Katzeff Are you saving enough for an affordable retirement? Knowing how much to save for retirement is a key question in planning. Yet many people don’t know how to figure out the right amount of retirement savings and don’t even try, even though knowing is important to their financial health. Read the full article. Continue reading (Mid-America Pension Rights Project:) You Need This Much Retirement Savings At Your Age And Income
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
Via Federal Trade Commission By Carol Kando-Pineda You get a text, call, or email from someone who says they’re with the government. They may claim to be a U.S. Marshal, saying you must pay a fine for missing jury duty. Or the IRS, saying that you owe thousands in back taxes. Some might threaten legal action, deportation, or arrest if you don’t pay up or … Continue reading Government Imposter Scams
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!
