If you receive Social Security benefits and get a letter from the Social Security Administration (SSA) telling you that you have gotten an overpayment, it can feel confusing and intimidating. In response to recent criticisms, SSA is changing how they handle overpayments. Keep reading to find...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced appointments can now be made by video call. In an effort to streamline appointments and accessibility, individuals can connect with the Social Security Administration from the comfort of their homes. Why Meet with the Social Security Administration? The SSA oversees...
If you receive Social Security benefits and get a letter from the Social Security Administration (SSA) telling you that you have gotten an overpayment, it can feel confusing and intimidating. But it is important to understand what the notice means, and the next steps that...
Navigating Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Social Security Income (SSI) applications and appeals during a pandemic is challenging. Here are five tips to help you get your benefits during this unprecedented time. 1. Access Social Security Administration (SSA) Online Services SSA is the federal agency that...
Social Security Statements have gone virtual, and it’s a reminder to check for changes that could impact your benefits! Gone are the days of the Social Security Administration sending statements to our homes. However, in the age of email and MyChart, it's likely no surprise...
Breaking News: Thanks to a new decision by the U.S. Department of Education, many people with disabilities will receive automatic student loan forgiveness through the Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Discharge program! What is a Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Discharge? If you have a disability and...
We want to let you know that during the pandemic, the Social Security Administration (SSA), continues to provide help to you and others in the cancer community. While SSA offices are not providing service to walk-in visitors due to COVID-19, they remain committed to providing ongoing...
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...
The biggest challenge for those who are trying to access Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, to help replace their wages because of their inability to work based on their medical condition, is that there is a huge backlog of applications and appeals. A recent...
Social Security Column By Essie L. Landry Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Sierra West Area What kind of questions do you and your friends ask about Social Security? When do my benefits arrive? What are Social Security work credits, and do they have anything to do...