Navigation As the cost of living in the U.S. continues to rise, 71 million Social Security beneficiaries across the nation still need to make ends meet. That’s why there’s the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) at the end of every year to increase Social Security checks to combat inflation and ensure beneficiaries’ financial stability for the coming year. […]
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Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Announced for 2023
Every fall, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announces a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security payments for the following year. COLA is designed to ensure that beneficiaries don’t lose their financial security due to inflation and the rapidly rising cost of consumer goods and services in the United States. Recently, the SSA announced that the […]
What To Know About SSDI For Mental Health Awareness Week
At some point in time, you or a loved one have probably experienced a mental health struggle of some kind. Stress, grief, and trauma are all external factors that can challenge nearly anyone’s mental and emotional state. Hopefully, you have bounced back from the adversity and felt okay once it has passed over. For others, […]
Equal, Equitable, and Accessible: Celebrating National Disability Independence Day
In the era of ramps, elevators, lifts, and other accessible designs, it’s sometimes hard to remember that not too long ago inaccessibility was everywhere. But, then, 31 years ago, for the first time in history, the United States government officially defined the rights of people with disabilities. What is the Americans with Disabilities Act? National […]
COVID-19, Social Security Disability, and You: How Your Application May Be Affected
Applying for Social Security Disability benefits has always been a complicated process. Still, like everything else in our lives right now, the COVID-19 pandemic has made applying for benefits even more challenging. COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, has affected millions of people worldwide. Due to the pandemic, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has made […]