In most cases, the funeral home reports the death to the SSA, but you should confirm that it has been done. You can also call ...

Social Security does get funding from the government but isn't impacted the same way as other federal services during a shutdown.

If approved, children of a deceased SSDI recipient can receive up to 75% of their parent's basic Social Security benefit.

If you’re disabled and haven’t paid into Social Security yourself, you may still qualify for survivor benefits based on your spouse's work history. Visit SSA.gov or speak with an SSA representative to ...

Janice’s husband died suddenly last year after having a stroke. The couple were a few years away from retirement. Janice, 62, ...

More than seven million people across the U.S. are set to receive a benefits check from the Social Security Administration this week.

Whether you are a few years out from full retirement age or you are just beginning your career, there is no better time to ...

Despite IICSA’s 2022 call for a national redress scheme, the Government has abandoned the proposal, leaving survivors reliant ...

Many people, including veterans, believe that the benefits provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are for life. However, this isn't entirely true; some benefits have a ...

Between March 2024 and February 2025, over 5,000 domestic violence incidents were reported in South Tyneside, with children ...

With Social Security facing long-term funding challenges, politicians keep floating the idea of raising the full retirement ...

Social Security's 2026 cost-of-living adjustment should make history, but it may not be enough. Here's what Georgians need to know.