Elder Law of Michigan’s office will be closed starting Friday, December 22, 2023 through Monday, January 1, 2024, for our staff to spend time with their families and friends duirng the holiday season. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Happy Holidays! Continue reading 2024 Holiday Closing Announcement

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Questions and Answers Question: How can I get a copy of my Social Security Statement? Answer: You can get your personal Social Security Statement online by using your personal  my Social Security  account. If you don’t yet have an account, you can easily create one. Your online Statement gives you secure and convenient access to your earnings … Continue reading Social Security Q&A Part 44

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States.  Scammers use targeted, sophisticated tactics to deceive you into providing sensitive information or money. If you receive a suspicious letter, text, email, or call, do not respond.  We want you to know how to identify a scammer and avoid becoming a victim.  We will NEVER: … Continue reading Social Security and Scam Awareness

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist The holiday season often brings us feelings of warmth and joy.  At Social Security, we want you to know we share the same joy when it comes to serving you, whether it be online, by telephone, or in person.  Our online services are available to help you do business with us in an easy, convenient, and secure … Continue reading Happy Holidays from Social Security

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist SSA.gov is your best resource to learn about Social Security programs and do business with us.  Our website is designed to make it easy for you to find what you need. Here are our top 10 webpages: Remember, if you need information or want to do business with us, the first place to go to is our … Continue reading Social Security’s Top 10 Webpages for 2024

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist More than 71 million Americans will see a 3.2% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2024.  On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month starting in January. Federal benefit rates increase when the cost-of-living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price … Continue reading Social Security Benefits Increase in 2024

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Questions and Answers Question: I usually get my benefit payment on the third of the month. But what if the third falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday? Will my payment be late? Answer: Just the opposite. Your payment should arrive early. For example, if you usually get your payment on the third of a month, but … Continue reading Social Security Q&A Part 43

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the blessings we have in our lives and to share memories with our loved ones. We are thankful because we can provide you and your family with services, benefits, tools, and information to help you throughout life’s journey. Social Security is more than just a retirement program.  We provide services … Continue reading Social Security is thankful to serve you

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Most business owners are hyper-focused on growing their business and legacy.  But at some point, they must consider a plan for retirement.  That’s why it’s important for business owners to begin thinking about how Social Security fits into their retirement planning.  Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker – including … Continue reading How business owners can make Social Security part of their retirement planning

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist This year, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.  This law prohibits disability-related discrimination in programs that are run by federal agencies or receive federal funding.  It also protects federal employees and contractors from discrimination.  Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act requires that federal contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to recruit, hire, … Continue reading Celebrating 50 years of the Rehabilitation Act