Dear Savvy Senior: What do I need to do to get disability benefits from Social Security? I’m 60 years old and have a medical condition that doesn’t allow me to work anymore. But I’ve read that getting ...

Q: Can you summarize who is eligible for disability benefits? A: Social Security Disability Insurance, often referred to by ...

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The Social Security Administration has added 13 new diseases and conditions to its list of disabilities, which earn those suffering serious medical issues a faster benefits application process. Those ...

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Social Security is an important source of income for millions of retirees. However the program has a lot of ins and outs, and even longtime beneficiaries may not know them all. Here’s a look at some ...

The over 71 million Americans who receive Social Security payments will do so on schedule. However, these payments may be significantly smaller beginning later in July. Here's what to know about this ...

I am 66 and have been on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for decades after breaking my back. I read that even though the Social Security Retirement fund may go belly up in my lifetime, the ...