Does Disability Have a Face?
Does the word ‘disability’ conjure up an image in your mind? For me, it’s the image of John. His disability benefits have been a lifeline to John and his family. John is a beneficiary I met while...
View ArticleLook Who’s Turning 80!
Not me. Not yet! I hope you have taken a moment to enjoy what Social Security Matters has to offer in the short time since its launch. Having another way to communicate with the American public is...
View ArticleKnowledge is Power, and so are our Publications!
You can’t open a book without learning something new, just like you can’t read one of our publications without learning new information about our programs. We encourage you to explore the pleasure of...
View ArticleThere For You During Life’s Uncertainties
One has only to look at the recent devastating earthquake in Nepal or recall the Boston Marathon bombing to realize that uncertainty is a certainty of life. Disability can happen to anyone at anytime —...
View ArticleSocial Security Takes Fraud Seriously
One out of five Americans receives benefits from Social Security, including elderly retirees, people with severe illnesses, and widows and children of deceased wage earners. With so many of our...
View ArticleJoin the 19 Million People who have my Social Security Accounts
At some point in his or her life, almost every American will need, or will at least be eligible for, Social Security benefits. Our website has quickly become our newest hub for many of our customers to...
View ArticleSocial Security Proudly Serves Our Hispanic Customers
This week, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is celebrating their annual convention in Salt Lake City, Utah. LULAC is an organization dedicated to the economic, educational, civic,...
View ArticleWith Seven Days to Celebrate — Open Your my Social Security Account Today!
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,...
View ArticleTrust Fund Reserve Gains One Year for Projected Depletion Date
By now, you’ve probably heard that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the signing of the Social Security Act. In case you didn’t know, this year is also the 75th anniversary of the payment of the...
View ArticleSupporting the Americans with Disabilities Act
Social Security is committed to the principles and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to improve the lives of our beneficiaries and our employees who have one or more disabilities. You...
View ArticleSimplify Your Life Week
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...
View ArticleFaith-Based Leaders Support Social Security
In the depths of the Great Depression, President Roosevelt and Congress established Social Security, a program that has lifted millions of people out of poverty. Three years prior to its adoption, the...
View ArticleThey Comfort and Assist. Let’s Celebrate Them
The word “friend” conjures images of laughter and warmth. Friends stand by each other through good and bad times. They’re supportive, encouraging, and they come in all shapes and sizes — and sometimes...
View ArticleYour Friend, my Social Security
Everyone knows the value of a good friend. They give you advice and console you when you’re in need. On August 3, Friendship Day reminded us to acknowledge the people who are closest to us by thanking,...
View ArticleTen Years Since Hurricane Katrina
Ten years have passed since Hurricane Katrina, a Category 3 storm more than 400 miles across and with sustained winds of 100-140 miles an hour, made landfall. The storm devastated the coastal regions...
View ArticleVideo Hearings at Social Security Increase Efficiency
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...
View ArticleProtecting the Legacy of Social Security for Future Generations
Social Security reached a major milestone on August 14 — its 80th birthday. This moment gave all of us the opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the great history and importance of the program to...
View ArticleCelebrating Social Security and Building on Its Proven Success
Social Security has transformed the nation. Before its enactment, growing old was something to be feared. People worked as long as they could, but when they grew old or became disabled, they...
View ArticleDisability Benefits: The Numbers Tell the Story
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...
View ArticleHow Social Security Serves Those Who Served
On September 18, we observed POW/MIA Recognition Day. Social Security remembers those missing in action while defending our country. We want to take the opportunity to highlight our special benefits...
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