What is Medicaid? Medicaid is a federal program that provides health coverage for certain low-income individuals, including individuals with disabilities and seniors. While a federal program, Medicaid is managed by the states and states contribute to the cost of providing Medicaid. Each state’s Medicaid program has different...
There are many reasons to continue or go back to work after you have retired: it can generate extra income, fulfill purpose, add structure to your day, create opportunities for socializing with coworkers, and sharpen valuable skills. Working can add to both your daily routine...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) offers “Survivor’s Benefits” for certain individuals, to help reduce the financial impact of a worker’s death on their family. If you are coping with the loss of a family member, or if you are planning for your family’s future, it is...
The Latest Information About Unemployment Insurance Benefits More than 40 million people have lost their jobs since March of this year, due to the economic havoc brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. If you find yourself in the position where you have lost your job, you...
This blog post includes the latest news on businesses forgiving late payments, housing protections, protections from creditors, and some state-specific updates. Businesses Forgiving Late Payments in Response to COVID-19 The following businesses have elected to forgive late payments or delay shutoffs in order to protect individuals financially...
Navigating Social Security benefits is difficult enough without wading through misinformation. In this blog post, we break-down five commonly-held myths about Social Security benefits. Myth #1: You have to Claim Your Social Security Retirement Benefits at Age 62 While you can claim your Social Security retirement benefits...
When making decisions about whether to continue working or take time off after a cancer diagnosis, it is important to understand your options so that you can make an educated decision. Disability insurance (e.g., SSDI) is a way to replace your wages if you need...