Happy Thanksgiving

November 27, 2019 • By Mike Korbey, Deputy Commissioner for Communications

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Beware of Social Security Scams

November 19, 2019 • By Mike Korbey, Deputy Commissioner for Communications

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Social Security phone scams are the #1 type of fraud reported to the Federal Trade Commission and Social Security. Over the past year, these scams—misleading victims into making cash or gift card payments to avoid arrest for Social Security number problems—have skyrocketed. Social Security encourages you to use the new online form to report Social […]

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New Resource for Individuals Who Provide Care

November 14, 2019 • By Mike Korbey, Deputy Commissioner for Communications

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During National Caregivers Month, we recognize and celebrate caregivers who provide comfort and care for people of all ages living with disabilities and illnesses. Did you find this Information helpful? Yes No Thanks for your feedback!

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Why I Serve

November 11, 2019 • By Dennis Stehlar, Social Security Administration

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On Veterans Day, we remember the men and women who bravely fought for our country, while also reflecting on our active duty heroes who are still risking their lives. I joined the military at age 17 —not because I was feeling patriotic, but because I was missing something in my life. I wanted a place […]

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A Veterans Day Message From Social Security’s Commissioner

November 8, 2019 • By Andrew Saul, Commissioner, Social Security Administration

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We live in the greatest Nation in the world. We have many generations of veterans to thank for that. I have the great fortune to have David Black—a 30 year Army veteran—as my Deputy Commissioner. Working with David reminds me that selfless sacrifice and excellent leadership are often characteristics of veterans. Thus, I am pleased […]

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Sign Up for Medicare and Estimate Medicare Costs

November 7, 2019 • By Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner

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Affordable medical coverage is something everyone wants, especially as people age. Luckily, our nation has safeguards for workers as they get older. Millions of people rely on Medicare, and it can be part of your health insurance plan when you retire. Medicare is available for people age 65 or older, as well as younger people […]

What You Should Know About Applying For Retirement

October 31, 2019 • By Mike Korbey, Deputy Commissioner for Communications

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Approaching and preparing for retirement can be a daunting task, but we are here to make it as easy as possible. Social Security has eliminated the forms, signatures, wait time, and appointments. We made it easy, convenient and secure. You can complete our online retirement application in as little as 15 minutes from your preferred […]

Medicare, A Simple Explanation

October 24, 2019 • By Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner

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Social Security and Medicare are both programs that are household names, but do you know the true difference? Both programs help safeguard millions of Americans as well as improve the quality of life for their family and friends. While Social Security offers retirement, disability, and survivors benefits, Medicare provides health insurance. Did you find this […]

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Plan for Your Future with a my Social Security Account Today!

October 17, 2019 • By Mike Korbey, Deputy Commissioner for Communications

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With the addition of the new Retirement Calculator feature to my Social Security, there’s never been a better time to open or access your my Social Security account! The new my Social Security Retirement Calculator gives you confidence in your retirement decisions: Did you find this Information helpful? Yes No Thanks for your feedback!

Social Security Benefits Increase in 2020

October 10, 2019 • By Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner

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When we announce the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), there’s usually an increase in the Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefit amount. Federal benefit rates increase when the cost of living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index (CPI-W). The CPI-W rises when inflation increases, it makes your cost of […]