Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement (SSA-1099 / SSA-1042S)
By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Tax season is approaching, and replacing your annual Benefit Statement has never been easier. The Benefit Statement, also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S, is a tax form we mail each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits. It shows the total amount of benefits you received from us in the previous … Continue reading Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement (SSA-1099 / SSA-1042S)
Workers in Your Home And Social Security
By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Do you plan to pay a cleaning person, cook, gardener, babysitter, or other household worker at least $2,300 in 2021? This amount includes any cash you pay for your household employee’s transportation, meals, and housing. If you will pay at least $2,300 to one person, you have some additional financial responsibilities. When you pay at least … Continue reading Workers in Your Home And Social Security
Mid-America Pension Rights Project: What happens to my pension if my pension plan terminates and how can I protect it? (Part 2)
By Christine Steinmetz, Pension Attorney at the Mid-America Pension Rights Project at Elder Law of Michigan A Working-Class Program that Works to Solve Your Pension Problems 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. In … Continue reading Mid-America Pension Rights Project: What happens to my pension if my pension plan terminates and how can I protect it? (Part 2)
Four Questions About Social Security That Can Help You Plan Your Retirement
By Vonda Van Til, 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. These monthly payments may be a vital 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 Retirement
Rice Pudding
By Ron Tatro, Director, Michigan Elder Justice Coordinating Council at Elder Law of Michigan The pandemic has brought many changes to our lives. For the employees of Elder Law of Michigan, those changes have included working remotely from our homes. My home office overlooks a large lawn area filled with trees, animals, and a clear view of the scenery. As nature change for seasons, what … Continue reading Rice Pudding
Three Ways to Fight Scammers Who Target Your Social Security Benefits
By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Scammers are always finding new ways to steal your money and personal information by exploiting your fears. The most effective way to defeat scammers is to know how to identify scams and to ignore suspicious calls and emails. One common tactic scammers use is posing as federal agents and other law enforcement. They may claim … Continue reading Three Ways to Fight Scammers Who Target Your Social Security Benefits
Mid-America Pension Rights Project: What happens to my pension if my pension plan terminates and how can I protect it? (Part 1)
By Christine Steinmetz, Pension Attorney at the Mid-America Pension Rights Project at Elder Law of Michigan A Working-Class Program that Works to Solve Your Pension Problems 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. You … Continue reading Mid-America Pension Rights Project: What happens to my pension if my pension plan terminates and how can I protect it? (Part 1)
Your Newborn and Their Social Security Number
By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Getting your newborn a Social Security number is important for their future. If your child is born in a hospital, the easiest way to apply for a Social Security number is right at the hospital. When you give information for your child’s birth certificate at the hospital, you’ll be asked whether you want to apply … Continue reading Your Newborn and Their Social Security Number
Seniors Who Face Loneliness During COVID-19
By Pam Canty, Screening and Intake Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan During the early part of March 2020, COVID-19 was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued guidelines to help protect people until a medical vaccine or effective treatment is found. The most important guidelines are wearing a facial mask, social distancing, and washing hands. However, … Continue reading Seniors Who Face Loneliness During COVID-19
Reflections
Ron Tatro, Director, Michigan Elder Justice Coordinating Council at Elder Law of Michigan We have recently moved through a holiday season like no other in recent memory. As with many families, we met our loved ones over Zoom. While we missed seeing everyone in person, there was an upside to this. We got to see and speak with relatives from around the country that we … Continue reading Reflections