Coronavirus (COVID-19): Important Information about Social Security Services
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All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. This decision protects the population we serve—older Americans and people with underlying medical conditions—and our employees during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. However, we are still able to provide critical services.
Please read our press release to learn more, including how to get help from the Social Security Administration by phone and online. You can also visit our website to learn more and stay up to date.
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Cathy R.
My 59 year old brother is on disability. He does not file income taxes, because he has no other income other than his monthly disability check. Will he quailify for the stimulus check the government is giving folk?
Ken
do family’s with children on ssi get the $500 for that child or is that child not included if the family payment
clint
Whatever the relief is for Social Security recipients will be surely help the low cola (cost of living adjustment) cash units.
Joe
Will retirees and Social Security beneficiaries receive stimulus checks?
https://fortune.com/2020/03/25/stimulus-check-coronavirus-relief-bill-when-checks-sent-who-qualifies-how-much-retirees-taxable-direct-payment-faq/
Yes. The proposed bill includes language that allows Americans receiving Social Security—many of whom are retired and don’t file taxes—to obtain direct financial assistance through the coronavirus stimulus package. In such cases, the government would access their data through the Social Security Administration to determine their rebate.
That said, not all older people who are already reliant on government assistance are immediately eligible for a rebate. According to Steve Wamhoff of the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP) think tank, the current bill excludes recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a federal welfare program granted to elderly and disabled people who are often living in poverty and, in many cases, aren’t required to file tax returns.
Be S.
Thank you to Ann C. and Vonda, the actual employees and Public Affairs Specialists who are/have sifted through this truly sad and disappointing comments section and have responded in kind to individuals. This is a time of great fear for EVERYONE. The original question is certainly valid. As of this time, it is too soon to tell what exactly is being offered to “eligible” people and what that means exactly. There is a lot of conjecture, surmising, etc and the fact is we do not yet know what the full details are. Once it is in effect and completed, I am sure the Soc Sec correspondence will reflect that. Guessing or providing incorrect, partial, or missing information and without resources only confuses. Please continue to have, give, show, or pray for HOPE as the nation is hurting… and as so clearly the comments in this blog show.
TINA P.
This blog has been very entertaining to say the least but remember we are all frustrated and anxious right now so lets relax.Having said that here is what I know:.
From Krystle Callais Mar 25, 2020
Found this latest news on a reliable website:Congress is working on the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act which would provide direct financial help to Americans.
There are many questions surrounding the stimulus and while we don’t have answer for them all at this time, we will be providing the latest information below.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Individuals making up to $75,000 annually will be eligible for a $1,200 check.
Married couples who filed together and earn less than $150,000 in combined income will be eligible for a $2,400 check.
Those with children can get $500 for each child.
Individuals who make more than $75,000 will have their payments fall $5 for each $100 earned over $75,000. Those who make more than $99,000 will not receive any money.
Married couples earning more than $150,000 will also have their payments gradually decline depending on earnings. Those who make more than $198,000 will not receive any money.
WHEN WILL THE CHECKS BE SENT OUT?
No specific dates have been set but the Trump administration wants them sent out within two weeks of the act being signed into law.
I’M ON SOCIAL SECURITY OR DISABILITY. WILL I GET A CHECK?
Yes. People who have no income or receive their income from government programs like Supplemental Social Security Income benefits will be eligible for a check, CNBC reports.
HOW WILL THE GOVERNMENT SEND ME THE CHECK?
The IRS will send direct deposits to individuals who have already given the agency that information, CNN reports, and others will be sent by mail. For people who don’t usually file tax returns, the IRS may have to ask the Social Security Administration or Veterans Affairs for their deposit or mailing information.
READ:https://www.wpsdlocal6.com/news/coronavirus-stimulus-checks-what-you-need-to-know/article_78b23f2e-6ab6-11ea-b0a7-bb1bca531826.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter_WPSDLocal6
Tom
FROM NBC (several affiliates are reporting the same or similar info):
“People who have no income or receive their income from government programs like Supplemental Social Security Income benefits will be eligible for a check”
READ the bottom portion of this article for the details:
https://www.wpsdlocal6.com/news/coronavirus-stimulus-checks-what-you-need-to-know/article_78b23f2e-6ab6-11ea-b0a7-bb1bca531826.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter_WPSDLocal6
whatever
Thank you!
Tom
You’re welcome!
There are a LOT of trolls and bots around on social media trying to mislead people. There are also blogs and tabloids on the web which are lying to people saying those on SSI aren’t get a check.
Ignore them ALL.
The Senate has spoken and their word, literally, is law. Once it passes the House – which is likely – on Friday, it’s a done deal. You’ll get a letter 15 days before the check arrives with any special instructions – if needed.
Concerned C.
From all indications those receiving SSI and SSDI will still get their checks. I think since they are saying “All Americans” then all americans should get assistance. Everyone has to live and pay bills. People are worried about how they are going to survive and they are legitimate questions. So we all need answers. Those that work and those that can’t. We all have to live. We need to pray that everyone is making the right decisions. There is no need for anyone to be rude.
yodude
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Tina p.
Where did you get this information Please?
Wayne E.
How come people on SS aren’t getting an increase.
We had to have others shop for us as the prices and availability is so difficult.
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It seem everyone is getting financial assistance but us.
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I’d like an answer