Social Security benefits increase in 2022
By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Approximately 70 million Americans will see a 5.9% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2022. Federal benefit rates increase when the cost-of-living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index (CPI-W). The CPI-W rises when inflation increases, leading to a higher cost-of-living. This change means prices … Continue reading Social Security benefits increase in 2022
Elder Law of Michigan -Thanksgiving Holiday Closing
Elder Law of Michigan’s offices are closing at 3:00 pm today, Wednesday, November 24, 2021 for our staff to spend time with their families and friends during the holiday season. Offices are closed, Thursday, November 25, 2021 – Friday, November 26, 2021. Continue reading Elder Law of Michigan -Thanksgiving Holiday Closing
Social Security Q&A Part 26
By Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Question: I’m 65, not ready to retire, but I want to apply for my Medicare coverage. How can I do that? Answer: The easiest and most convenient way is to apply online. Use our online application to sign up for Medicare. It takes less than 10 minutes. In most cases, once your application is submitted electronically, you’re … Continue reading Social Security Q&A Part 26
Addressing Arthritis
By Abigail Haller, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan Most people know the term arthritis and the general definition of painful inflammation and stiffness of joints. But what does it truly mean to have arthritis? There are three common types: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis. The most common type, affecting 27 million Americans according to Harvard Medical School, is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a form … Continue reading Addressing Arthritis
Senior Safety Tips for the Fall
By Pam Canty, Intake and Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan Fall is here! Get your leaves raked to help maintain your home as fallen leaves can make your porch, stairs, and walkway very slippery and dangerous. Remember daylight savings time ended Sunday, November 7, 2021, so move your clocks one hour back. If you are still driving be mindful that it gets darker earlier, … Continue reading Senior Safety Tips for the Fall
Social Security survivors benefits explained
By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist We are here for surviving family members when a worker dies. In the event of your death, certain members of your family may be eligible for survivors benefits. These include widows and widowers, divorced widows and widowers, children, and dependent parents. The amount of benefits your survivors receive depends on your lifetime earnings. The higher … Continue reading Social Security survivors benefits explained
(Mid-America Pension Rights Project): I want to begin receiving my pension benefit, where do I start? (Part 4)
By Sandra Wisnewski, Director of the Mid-America Pension Rights Project at Elder Law of Michigan I want to begin receiving my pension benefit, where do I start? (Part 4) The Mid-America Pension Rights Project (MAPRP) assists clients with pension and 401(k) issues. There are no age or income restrictions and there is never a charge for the services. The Pension Project works to find answers and solutions to your pension-related problem. When … Continue reading (Mid-America Pension Rights Project): I want to begin receiving my pension benefit, where do I start? (Part 4)
Social Security can help you start or return to work
By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist If you rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and want to start or return to work, we can help. Ticket to Work (Ticket) is a program that supports career development for SSDI beneficiaries and SSI recipients who want to work and progress toward financial independence. The Ticket … Continue reading Social Security can help you start or return to work
Veterans and active duty military members: Social Security has your back
By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Every year on Veterans Day, we honor the people who risk their lives to protect our country. Our disability program is part of our obligation to wounded warriors and their families. Social Security is an important resource for military members who return home with injuries. If you know a wounded veteran, please let them know … Continue reading Veterans and active duty military members: Social Security has your back
At home or on the go: Social Security is online
By Vonda Van Til, 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. You can access your information, benefits, and important services from just about anywhere with your personal and secure my Social Security account. With your my Social Security account, you can: Compare future benefit estimates … Continue reading At home or on the go: Social Security is online