The Social Security Administration is launching a yearslong effort to simplify and move online the application for Supplemental Security Income, a means-tested program for people with disabilities and ...

The Social Security Administration has made a major update to its Supplemental Security Income (SSI) application, hoping that Americans will be able to apply for benefits more easily. SSI provides ...

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The SSA’s final October payments went out this week, and some beneficiaries will see two deposits in October — including an ...

If you think you might be eligible to receive Supplemental Security Income benefits, here's how to find out for sure. The Social Security Administration has two disability programs: Social Security ...

This month's first round of disability payments will be dispersed this week. Here's how your date of birth determines when you get your check.

A. There’s a lot to understand here, including the differences in qualifying criteria for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). First, SSI. Children ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. Roughly 10,000 to 15,000 people become eligible each day to ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced it's changing the way recipients sign official documents. More than 30 forms will no longer require a physical signature and another 13 will have ...

The initial rollout will be available to adults who have never married and are applying for Supplemental Security Income for the first time. The Social Security Administration is launching a yearslong ...

You can apply for SSI benefits in person at a Social Security office, or over the phone. Photo: Ken Mayer The Social Security Administration has two disability programs: Social Security Disability ...