Doug Walker, Deputy Commissioner, Communications
Fight Procrastination and Plan Your ‘Someday’ Now
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The check is in the mail … I am going to get better organized … I need to plan for retirement… I am going to open a personal my Social Security account … If these promises sound familiar, you aren’t alone. Most of us procrastinate from time to time, and more than 20 percent of us are […]
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Disability Benefits: The Numbers Tell the Story
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Social Security provides an economic lifeline to America’s workers through our benefit programs. We run the largest disability program in the nation. We want to make sure that everyone has a clear picture of the disability insurance program and of the people living with severe disabilities, who receive its benefits. Did you find this Information […]
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Video Hearings at Social Security Increase Efficiency
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If you received a denial on your application for Social Security benefits, and appealed to an administrative law judge, you may consider conducting your hearing through our remote video service delivery (VSD). VSD allows judges to hear cases from applicants in any geographic area using video and sound equipment. Although similar to Skype, our state-of-the-art […]
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Don’t Stand by … Speak Up!
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August is National Bystander Awareness Month. As a bystander, you can play an essential role in preventing violence, wrongdoings, and fraud. Have you ever witnessed something that you knew was wrong and wondered if you should report it? Did you want to say something, but didn’t because you were afraid of negative consequences? Don’t be afraid, because […]
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Why I Serve
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On the eve of Social Security’s 80th anniversary, we want to share a personal moment with you. Did you find this Information helpful? Yes No Thanks for your feedback!
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Simplify Your Life Week
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You’re a busy person! Today’s world is fast-paced and leaves you with a lot to juggle each day. This is Simplify Your Life Week, and we’re here to help save you time and energy so you can spend more time on the things you enjoy. What if we told you there’s a place that can […]
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Help Your Sister Retire Online — She’ll Thank You
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The bond between siblings is a special one. You may have fond memories of learning to ride bikes, blowing bubbles, and sharing your favorite toys with one another. For Sunday’s National Sisters Day, we want to help you celebrate your relationships with your sisters – whether they’re your sisters by blood or by choice. Did […]
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With Seven Days to Celebrate — Open Your my Social Security Account Today!
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We’re turning 80 this year, and boy, are we proud! We’re proud of our history, and we proudly remain committed to serving America, especially our most vulnerable people, including retirees, children, and individuals with disabilities. We’ll be celebrating this milestone by declaring July 19 through 25 as National my Social Security Week. Did you find […]
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White House Conference on Aging: What You Need to Know First About Enrolling in Medicare
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A healthy life is a good life. The Medicare benefits you’ve earned ensure that you can receive the care you need, when you need it. And, when it comes to Medicare benefits, the most important thing to remember is to apply for them at age 65. On your behalf, advocacy groups asked us to place […]
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Supreme Court Decision Regarding Same-Sex Marriage
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On June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court issued a decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, holding that same-sex couples have a constitutional right to marry in all states. As a result, more same-sex couples will be recognized as married for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits or eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments. […]
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