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Provides a simple explanation of social security, looking at the history of the program, the traditional age requirement, disability and survivor benefits, and the future of the system.
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This accessible guide for general readers gives detailed guidance on applying for and making decisions surrounding Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Medicare and Medicaid are also covered. Special attention is paid to the benefits and drawbacks of collecting benefits at various ages. Of special interest is information on appealing disability decisions, including finding lawyers and other representatives for the appeal, as well as detailed guidance on taxes and Social Security and the impact of returning to the workforce when collecting different types of benefits. The book offers reader-friendly features such as summary charts, bullet lists, practical tips and cautions, margin definitions, and an open layout with room for notes, along with a detailed glossary and an extensive list of books and web sites. Annotation ©2016 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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