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Qualifying for Supplemental Security Income with Social Security

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Post published:06/30/2020
Post category:Elder Law of Michigan Social Security SSI

By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist We pay monthly Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to people with disabilities who have low income and few resources, and people who…

Social Security Covers Disabled Children

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Post published:10/30/2019
Post category:Elder Law of Michigan Planning for the Future Social Security SSI

By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Children are our future — we share our knowledge and talent with them — we pass on our values to them…

Social Security Q&A Part 21

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Post published:07/23/2019
Post category:Disability FYI Health medical Medicare/Medicaid Money and Finances Planning for the Future Retirement senior independence seniors Social Security SSI veterans

By Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Question: What is substantial gainful activity (SGA)? Answer: We use the term “substantial gainful activity,” or “SGA,” to describe a level of…

Celebrating Independence Day

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Post published:07/03/2019
Post category:Celebratory Day FYI Money and Finances Planning for the Future Retirement seniors Social Security SSI

By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist July 4th brings family and friends together, as well as neighbors, to celebrate that we’re all part of a community. Everyone pitches…

Social Security Q&A Part 20

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Post published:06/22/2019
Post category:Disability FYI Health medical Medicare/Medicaid Money and Finances Planning for the Future Retirement senior independence seniors Social Security SSI veterans

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Question: Is it true I can save about $4,900 per year if I qualify for Social Security’s Extra Help with the Medicare…

Social Security Q&A Part 19

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Post published:04/22/2019
Post category:Disability FYI Health medical Medicare/Medicaid Money and Finances Planning for the Future Retirement senior independence seniors Social Security SSI veterans

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Question: Can I delay my retirement benefits and receive benefits as a spouse only? How does that work? Answer: It depends on…

Social Security Q&A Part 18

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Post published:01/22/2019
Post category:Disability FYI Health medical Medicare/Medicaid Money and Finances Planning for the Future Retirement senior independence seniors Social Security SSI veterans

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Question: I am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work. Do I have to pay Social Security…

Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits

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Post published:01/07/2019
Post category:Disability seniors Social Security SSI

By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Disability is something most people don’t like to think about, but the chances that you’ll become disabled probably are greater than you…

Caring for Children

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Post published:12/21/2018
Post category:Money and Finances Planning for the Future seniors SSI

By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist During the holiday season, most of us, regardless of our beliefs, focus on the children we love. Children are our future —…

Social Security Q&A Part 17

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Post published:12/06/2018
Post category:Disability FYI Health medical Medicare/Medicaid Money and Finances Planning for the Future Retirement senior independence seniors Social Security SSI veterans

By: Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Question: I have diabetes and I have to take insulin. Is my insulin covered by Medicare? Answer: Medicare Part B does not…