SSDI is based on work history. It supports people who paid Social Security taxes but can no longer perform "substantial ...

Applying for SSI? Your application may also be treated as an application for Medicaid. Here's how to find out if you're automatically enrolled in the program. When you apply for Supplemental Security ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about the SSI program and what are the eligibility requirements for seniors? I’m trying to help my elderly aunt. — Searching Niece Dear Searching Niece: The ...

The timing of the first weekend in November requires the SSA to distribute two payments in October. The month's first ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

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A significant issue affecting many beneficiaries is the recent policy change regarding overpayments. Starting in July 2025, the SSA began withholding 50% of monthly benefits from individuals who have ...