Meet the Team, Staff Spotlight: Nicholas Goodman
By Kim Hill, Economic Security Client Services Nicholas Goodman, has been working with Elder Law of Michigan for almost five years. During his time with Elder Law of Michigan, he has been a member of the Intake and Referral team for the Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors, as well as working for the National Council on Aging Call Center for Reverse Mortgage counseling. Currently, Nick serves as … Continue reading Meet the Team, Staff Spotlight: Nicholas Goodman
Medicare Explained
By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security and Medicare have a few things in common. Both programs help safeguard millions of Americans as well as improve the quality of life for our family and friends. Although both programs are household names, many people may not be familiar with the details of Medicare. Medicare is our country’s health insurance program for people age … Continue reading Medicare Explained
Social Security Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security touches the lives of every American. Hispanics make up our nation’s largest ethnic minority group with a population of 57.5 million, according to 2016 statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau. In fact, Hispanic Americans form 17.8 percent of the nation’s total population. Social Security provides retirement, disability, and other benefits to over 63 million American … Continue reading Social Security Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Meet the Team, Staff Spotlight: Keith Morris
By Jay Tomic Bobas, J.D., Managing Hotline Attorney, and Ashley Jayne, Legal Hotline Intern Keith Morris is the President and CEO of Elder Law of Michigan, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization. He started as a volunteer with the Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors in 2000 and has been with the organization ever since. Keith works on many projects within the organization and leads the Elder Law of Michigan team with passion … Continue reading Meet the Team, Staff Spotlight: Keith Morris
How Social Security Defines Disability
By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Disability affects millions of Americans, in one form or another. Social Security is here to help you and your family, but there are strict criteria for meeting the definition of disability. The definition of disability under Social Security is also different than it is for other programs. We do not pay benefits for partial or short-term disability. … Continue reading How Social Security Defines Disability
You’ll Feel Like You’re on Vacation With How Easy This Is
By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist August might be the last of the months that people think of when we say “summer vacation,” but it’s by no means the least. People are still taking trips and hosting family while enjoying America’s beaches and national parks. Social Security might not be on the top of your to-do list when you’re on vacation, but we’ve … Continue reading You’ll Feel Like You’re on Vacation With How Easy This Is
(Mid-America Pension Rights Project): Retirement Planning Mistakes You Probably Don’t Realize You’re Making
Via CNN Money By Maurie Backman Though retirement can be a fulfilling time in people’s lives, it can also be a stressful one. This especially holds true if you fall victim to the following mistakes, so be sure to avoid them at all costs. 1. Relying too heavily on Social Security Millions of seniors collect Social Security in retirement, and those monthly payments play a … Continue reading (Mid-America Pension Rights Project): Retirement Planning Mistakes You Probably Don’t Realize You’re Making
(Mid-America Pension Rights Project): Miners Urge Congressional Action On Pensions, Black Lung Fund
Via Ohio Valley Resource By Becca Shimmel Retired coal miners and coal community activists are on Capitol Hill this week urging action on two important issues for miners: pensions and black lung benefits. Advocates say funds supporting both pensions for retired miners and the federal benefits for those sickened by black lung disease are at risk if Congress does not act. Read the full article. Continue reading (Mid-America Pension Rights Project): Miners Urge Congressional Action On Pensions, Black Lung Fund
(Mid-America Pension Rights Project:) Delaying Social Security Benefits? Here’s How Long It Will Take for It to Pay Off
Via The Motley Fool By Christy Bieber You can claim Social Security benefits at the age of 62 — but should you? Many people — including experts from Stanford — argue for delaying as long as possible because benefits go up the longer you wait. And there are indeed plenty of good reasons to delay. Social Security provides a guaranteed source of income for life, so waiting … Continue reading (Mid-America Pension Rights Project:) Delaying Social Security Benefits? Here’s How Long It Will Take for It to Pay Off
Meet the Team, Staff Spotlight: Rachael Savoie
By Lyndsy Gamet, Stakeholder and Network Partners Manager, MiCAFE Rachael Savoie is the Human Resources Specialist for Elder Law of Michigan, Inc. She is always punctual and precise, Rachael clearly takes pride in making sure that her colleagues have their needs met. She has unlimited patience and understanding with those to whom she speaks. Rachael always ensures that clients who call Elder Law of Michigan connect with the correct department. Rachael has a radiating and positive spirit, and we are lucky to have her in our office. How did you … Continue reading Meet the Team, Staff Spotlight: Rachael Savoie