SSI Archives

Woman searches for financial assistance through grants or crowdfunding that may affect her Medicaid or SSI

09 Jul How Financial Assistance Can Impact Your Government Benefits

Posted at 08:00h in Disability Insurance by Triage Cancer

Cancer is expensive. And, it is common for people to need financial help to pay for the cost of care and daily living expenses, and to help offset the loss of wages when taking time off work. But, if you are getting financial help, like through...

Hands holding hundred dollar bills due to SSA overpyament by the SSA with social security benefits

02 Jul Is the Social Security Administration Claiming You Have Been Overpaid?

Posted at 08:00h in Disability Insurance by Triage Cancer

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...

A pill bottle, filled with white pills, is spilling over onto a pile of money with a stethoscope on top of it.

31 Jan Getting Help Paying for Medicare with Extra Help

Posted at 08:00h in Medicaid, Medicare by Triage Cancer

Extra Help is a program that helps people with limited income and resources pay for their Medicare prescription drugs. It is also known as the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS). It is available regardless of whether you have original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage plan. Who qualifies for...

25 Jan News You Need: Help with Insurance, Social Security, & Student Loans

Posted at 16:31h in Federal/State News and Updates by Triage Cancer

Here is the latest news you need about laws and programs that may impact the cancer community, including health insurance options, changes to social security benefits, and student loan repayment. Federal Updates Are You Unhappy with Your Medicare Advantage Plan? The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period runs from...

A social security card is sitting upright with quarters surrounding it, representing navigating ssdi and ssi during the pandemic.

11 Jan 5 Tips for Navigating SSDI and SSI During the Pandemic

Posted at 09:00h in Advocacy, COVID-19, Disability Insurance by Triage Cancer

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...

To check for changes to your Social Security Statement, visit ssa.gov.

30 Nov Checking for Changes to Your Social Security Statement

Posted at 09:00h in Disability Insurance, Employment, Finances by Triage Cancer

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...

A woman going through chemo is wearing a mask and holding a wallet in her hand, representing how COVID-19 policy helps the cancer community.

26 Oct How COVID-19 Policy Helps the Cancer Community

Posted at 09:00h in Advocacy, Cancer-Related Legal Issues, COVID-19, Employment, Finances, Health Insurance, Medical Care by Triage Cancer

Nearly two years into the pandemic, COVID-19 policy is helping the cancer community in often unapparent ways. This new legislation is giving relief to people who have lost their jobs, had their hours reduced, lost their insurance, can’t pay their rent, and so much more....

An umbrella with a person under it that says health care plans. Open enrollment deadlines.

05 Oct News You Need: Open Enrollment Deadlines, Cancelling Student Loans, Help with Food & More

Posted at 09:00h in Federal/State News and Updates by Triage Cancer

Here is the latest news you need about laws and programs that may impact the cancer community, including changes to open enrollment deadlines, and a new special enrollment period. And, you'll also learn about automatically cancelling student loans, more help with food benefits, help for...

08 Jun New Details on Insurance, Unemployment, Internet Access, & Paid Medical Leave

Posted at 08:00h in Federal/State News and Updates by Triage Cancer

Through our blog, Triage Cancer remains committed to bringing you the news that might impact the cancer community. Here is the latest information about new laws and programs at both the federal and state levels that may be relevant to you. National News Some states are...

08 May 5 Social Security Facts You Might Not Know About

Posted at 08:43h in Employment by Triage Cancer

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...