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| Subject | Date Asked |
| controlling my s.s.i. moneys | 1/29/2012 |
| Q: a few months ago i was awarded s.s.i. my mother although her intentions were good has become a ... A: If your mother was appointed your representative payee by Social Security, she is suppose to control ... | |
| Civil Service Retirement System (OPM) | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: Our dad retired from the Postal Service with 32 years of service in the Civil Service Retirement ... A: Molly, I really am not a specialist on Civil Service Retirement. I worked for Social Security and ... | |
| Paying Back Saved Social Security Benefits | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: I will be turning 18 next month and I have been receiving survivor benefits since my father passed ... A: If the benefits saved were returned to Social Security, they would repay the money directly to you ... | |
| Daily Food allowand | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: My mother-in-law recently moved in with us and my husband is Representative Payee for her Social ... A: I will assume that your mother-in-law receives retirement or survivor benefits and not anything from ... | |
| Death Benefits | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: My father-in-law, who recently died, was a civilian employee of Clark Air Force Base here in the ... A: This is not actually a Social Security question, it sounds like he was getting a pension from the ... | |
| SSD | 10/31/2011 |
| Q: First I would like to say thank you for donating your time to this site! Especially in this economy ... A: Social Security does not automatically deny everyone the first time they file for benefits. ... | |
| disabilty benefits with penion from eds | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: Darlene my wife has been receiving disabilty benefits and now we received from ssa a notice that ... A: Yes, if her check comes on the third Wednesday it is because her birthday falls between the 11th - ... | |
| disabilty benefits with penion from eds | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: Darlene my wife has been receiving disabilty benefits and now we received from ssa a notice that ... A: Mike, Thank you for that information. Social Security has two types of disability benefits. ... | |
| it's been 3 months since approved and no word | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: I have been in a long battle with Disability. The Magistrate judge over turned my denials and ... A: I am sorry you are having such difficulty with Social Security, but not surprised. It has been way ... | |
| SS/medicare/medicaid benefits | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: My parents came to North Carolina, US in Mar 2010. My father is 59 and mother is 56. My father got a ... A: If your father received his 40 quarters of coverage (10 years/ 4 quarters per year), he can receive ... | |
| disability benefit accounting | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: received a lump sum 15 month benefit and now a monthly benefit. when it comes to accounting for use ... A: I advise parents who receive money for children to use the Social Security benefits as they are ... | |
| disability benefit accounting | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: received a lump sum 15 month benefit and now a monthly benefit. when it comes to accounting for use ... A: Social Security will ask you to account for the benefits you receive on behalf of your wife. Here ... | |
| disability benefit accounting | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: received a lump sum 15 month benefit and now a monthly benefit. when it comes to accounting for use ... A: I would need to know if this disability payment is for you as the disabled person or are you ... | |
| SSD and marriage | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: Good Day! Our situation is as such: My fiance and I just got engaged three years ago. He has been ... A: Marriage does terminate benefits in most situations. However, there are always exceptions to every ... | |
| survivor benefit | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: If you receive a government pension as a result of a husband who has died and you remarry--is ... A: OK, it sounds like she receives an annuity from the Civil Service Retirement System (Paid by OPM). ... | |
| Social Security benefits for a child. | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: I am a US citizen who lives in the Philippines. I am 72 years of age and have been receiving ... A: It sounds as though they are withholding tax from the Social Security benefit because your child did ... | |
| ss of visitors | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I visited USA in 1994 on b1/b2 visas and acquired SS card(NOT VALID FOR EMPLOYMENT) (which i have ... A: You cannot cancel a Social Security number. If you return to the US, you must use the same number ... | |
| Windfall Elimination and CSRS/FERS | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I am a Postal Service employee who began my career with CSRS (1983) and changed to FERS in 1999. I ... A: Federal Pension Federal employees with non-covered service who become covered based on election of ... | |
| immigration | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know if this information is true and whether I can go ahead and pay the Us 819 as ... A: Diversity Visa Scammers Sending Fraudulent Emails and Letters The Department of State, Office of ... | |
| Medicare Signup | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: I just turned 65 on 8/7. I am still full time employed and my wife and I are both covered under the ... A: There are a few things that you need to know. Medicare is optional if you have an Employer Group ... | |
| WEP and SS | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: In using the Retirement Estimator WEP version on the SS website, my husband's estimate came up with ... A: If his yearly statement from Social Security shows 40 credits, he is insured. That would be accurate ... | |
| Beneficiary Of A Deceased U.S. Citzien | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: Good Day! I am from the Philippines and a beneficiary of my late father who is a U.S. citizen. He ... A: If your father was a U.S. citizen, then even if you were born outside the country would you not be a ... | |
| disability | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a daughter 28 now getting SSI and SSDI for Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Basically she's ... A: When a person lives in another person's household, Social Security deducts an amount for room and ... | |
| disability | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a daughter 28 now getting SSI and SSDI for Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Basically she's ... A: Social Security has work incentives. Employment is not grounds for a medical review or finding that ... | |
| SSDI | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a sister who is 58 and has been collecting SSI since she was about 22 or 23 years old. She ... A: She is allowed to work and earn $1000 or less per month at the present time. If earning more than ... | |
| SSI | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a sister who is 58 and has been collecting SSI since she was about 22 or 23 years old. She ... A: It sounds like they are receiving Social Security Survivor benefits. This is because children ... | |
| notch babies | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: My mom heard about notch babies and some kind of social security benefit they were to receive. She ... A: I wish I had better news for you. For information about the notch go to Social Security at ... | |
| forgetfull | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I am receiving benefits ss/ssi. It was recently brought to my attention that I was to report a ... A: I think you may be in a panic for no reason. I do not think her moving in or out of your household ... | |
| benefits | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I am a 53 yr old disabled single woman who is receiving both social security and ssi benefits. I ... A: If you sell your house, the income received from the sale of the house will count as income for the ... | |
| SOCIAL SECURITY ELIGIBILITY | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: I have been married to my wife since 1994. We have three minor children (15, 10, & 8) all attending ... A: I am very sorry to hear of your situation. I was not sure if your wife was actually receiving SSI ... | |
| collect SSI and SSA both | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: I am 61. I filed for disability in 2009 and got SSI. They told me my next review will be when I ... A: It actually sounds like your are receiving Social Security disability benefits. If that is the ... | |
| disabilty and marriage | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I collect SSI -674. My B/F collects 1694. If we marry I do know I will lose my 674. as we would be ... A: Yes, you are right if you marry, you would lose the SSI benefit as his income of $1,694 is more than ... | |
| More questions about early SS at 62. | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: I am 60 yrs old. My last job was a year ago. At that time my statement from SS said that I had 40 ... A: Yes, you can receive a reduced benefit at age 62 (about 75% of your full age amount.) Your Social ... | |
| SSI and spouse's Social security benefits | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I am going to separate with my husband. I am 70 years old, live in NY and never worked. In case of ... A: You must always take any regular Social Security you can receive before you receive SSI. How old is ... | |
| A non-US citizen spouse claiming the pension of the dead US citizen husband | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: My Mother who is not a U.S. Citizen and does not have a U.S. Visa married a U.S. Citizen last May of ... A: See the following information from Social Security Policy Manual: RS 02610.025 5 Year Residency ... | |
| Representative Payee of SSI permanently disabled adult relative | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: An adult permanently disabled (mentally retarded/autistic) relative moved in with me and my family ... A: There is really no way to stop someone from going to the Social Security office and filing to be ... | |
| social security | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I was married for 16 years before my divorce. I am collecting on my social security. I was told that ... A: If you file for benefits before reaching your full retirement age, you must file for your own ... | |
| please help | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I'm disabled,a quadripaligic from the age of 19.receiving s.s.d.i.under my soc.no.Both parent's are ... A: That is quite the situation you are in. Since you became disabled before the age of 22, you would ... | |
| Quick Question | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I am on SSI and thinking about trying to return to work. From the info I have gathersed so far, I ... A: Skyler, There are two different Social Security Disability programs. One is SSI and one is SSD. ... | |
| retire single or married | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: Me and my wife are 62. She has more than 10 years of $100,000 income. I have more than 10 years of ... A: There are many different collection strategies. If you and your wife are both eligible for Social ... | |
| $255 Death Benefit | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: A family member, who lost his wife, was told by the Social Security office that he does not qualify ... A: Yes, call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 and request an appointment to file by telephone. They ... | |
| $255 Death Benefit | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: A family member, who lost his wife, was told by the Social Security office that he does not qualify ... A: Yes, that is true, a person must have enough work credit to receive the Social Security Lump Sum ... | |
| marriage | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I am collecting SSI , I am female 51 yrs of age, my B/F is 62 and collects Disability. If we ... A: Yes, with zero income/resources and separated within 12 months, your checks would begin again. There ... | |
| marriage | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I am collecting SSI , I am female 51 yrs of age, my B/F is 62 and collects Disability. If we ... A: The reason I say "could" is because after 12 months of no SSI benefits, you need to file a new ... | |
| marriage | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I am collecting SSI , I am female 51 yrs of age, my B/F is 62 and collects Disability. If we ... A: Yes, you are correct. A couple's rate is $1,011. Since your potential husband receives more than ... | |
| social security | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I'm a 30 year FERS postal carrier (paid social security the entire time), 56 years old. I am now ... A: Unfortunately, you cannot collect your Social Security retirement until you are age 62. At age 62, ... | |
| Social Security | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: .. I had a question about social security when a father passes 15 years ago but 2 of his children ... A: How do you know if you were not listed on the application? When the mother of the other children ... | |
| Social Security Benefits Eligibility | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: I am going to receive my normal Social Security retirement benefits shortly. I am married and we ... A: No, that is not correct information. Regardles of her status, she should file an application. ... | |
| Social Security | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: .. I had a question about social security when a father passes 15 years ago but 2 of his children ... A: This question does not have a simple answer. Normally, Social Security will only pay back payments ... | |
| Pension for my mom | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: My mom and dad were married for over 20 years. They are both retired now and my mom is a Canadian ... A: She could be entitled to a spouse benefit if she is at least age 62 or older. She must be lawfully ... | |
| Off set statement and windfall provision | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: I wrote you 8-25-10 and your reply which I noted was accurate correct and very helpful. I now have ... A: That does not surprise me. They have so many new employees and the program is so complex that ... | |
| medecare part d donnut hole information | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: My mother in law received a 250.00 check from the government saying something about the donnut ... A: The $250 is a rebate check from the government for people who have prescription drug coverage (Part ... | |
| SSI and FL medicaid | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I am 58 and have ssi and fl medicaid. Will I be forced to take ssa at 62 and if so, will I lose my ... A: Yes, when you are receiving SSI benefits, you must apply for all other benefits due. If you will be ... | |
| Grandchild SS Eligibility | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I have custody of my 15 yo Granddaughter and will be collection my SS in 2011. Will my guardianship ... A: Below are the requirements for a grandchild's entitlement. Please let me know if you have ... | |
| Effect of representative payee report on child's benefits | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: My daughter has been receiving social security benefits on account of my retirement qualifications, ... A: I do not think you have anything to worry about. Social Security usually writes "NDRED" on the top ... | |
| wrong information, questions | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Darlene, I need your expertise on an issue I am dealing with regarding Social Security. I am on ... A: It is my understanding that you also did not have an address established in CA. To get the CA ... | |
| Social Security benefits for alien dependent | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: My mom, who has lived all her life in Nicaragua and who is a Nicaraguan citizen got married 3 years ... A: Here is information on the non-payment alien provision and all the exceptions that could apply. Let ... | |
| Social Security Benefits for Children 18 Abroad | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: What if you live abroad, collect SS for your child who is going to be 18 and who is still in high ... A: If you are a U.S. citizen you can receive payments while in Jordan. The only restricted countries ... | |
| wrong information, questions | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: Darlene, I need your expertise on an issue I am dealing with regarding Social Security. I am on ... A: Leah, If you can prove that you were in the State of CA during months they say you were not, you ... | |
| Benefits | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I have heard that when a person is ready to retire, that Social Security goes back only 3 years and ... A: The information you have is a myth. Social Security bases your payment on your highest 35 years of ... | |
| Can not prove identity | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I was married 40 years ago and had last name changed next day. Was changed on id and ss card.my ... A: Sandra, Years ago when you went in to change your name, they simply typed you a new card at your ... | |
| Can not prove identity | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I was married 40 years ago and had last name changed next day. Was changed on id and ss card.my ... A: Why are you trying to change your name back to your maiden name? Could you be considered married by ... | |
| Social Security benefits for alien dependent | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: My mom, who has lived all her life in Nicaragua and who is a Nicaraguan citizen got married 3 years ... A: The lawful presence/citizenship requirements are factors affecting payment of benefits, but they are ... | |
| How does the Sale of my home effect my SSI | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: I am on SSI and Medicaid. Does Medicaid turn into Medicare when I turn 65 years old? I am also ... A: I would think the sale of your home will only affect your current Medicaid eligibility. You should ... | |
| 1099misc total different than IRS | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: Oldendick, I hope you are well and will be kind enough to answer a few questions for me. I am ... A: When you complete your Schedule SE which is the form used to determine the amount of Social Security ... | |
| student loan payback and withhold soc sec | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: .If a person has a student loan and turns 62 and wants to collect social security but has to pay ... A: A student loan is considered a Federal debt and your Social Security retirement benefit can be ... | |
| Possible Disability Fraud | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to know if it is considered social security/disability fraud if: A person claims on their ... A: If you feel as though she is not really disabled, you can report that to OIG and they will ... | |
| Possible Disability Fraud | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to know if it is considered social security/disability fraud if: A person claims on their ... A: It is not fraud to list the child on your application. You are suppose to list all children ... | |
| Social Security Retirement Benefits | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: I am currently 75 years old and ever since I've been 65 years old and collecting benefits, I would ... A: It sounds to me like they have increased the cost of your Medicare premium due to Income Related ... | |
| Social security offset statement and windfall provision | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: When I applied and started rec'ing my SS payments they deducted $400 a month because of the windfall ... A: If you continue to work and earn years of substantial coverage YOC), the offset should be ... | |
| SSI question | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I wonder if you can help me, the rules of social security have me a little confused. My mother has ... A: Social Security disability is different from SSI as the benefit amount is based on your earnings ... | |
| Earning SS eligibility after age 62 | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: If an individual does not have 40 credits for SS at age 62, can he/she earn credits after age 62 to ... A: Yes, you can continue to earn credits after you reach age 62. In 2010, you will earn a credit for ... | |
| Social Security benefits for alien dependents | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: I am going to apply for full Social Security retirement benefits this year. I am a US citizen ... A: William, They would need to establish residency in the U.S., but as I explained even if they were ... | |
| Social Security benefits for alien dependents | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I am going to apply for full Social Security retirement benefits this year. I am a US citizen ... A: William, Contact your U.S. Congressman. The family maximum is automatically paid depending on ... | |
| Social Security benefits for alien dependents | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I am going to apply for full Social Security retirement benefits this year. I am a US citizen ... A: The alien nonpayment provision is a payment factor made on a month-by-month basis. It is not an ... | |
| Social Security judgement in 2003 | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: We have judgement against Social Security for a disability back payment for the amount of $22,000. ... A: I think it sounds like you need some one on one assistance. You can contact me through my website ... | |
| Social Security Benefits drawn from Husband | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a friend from the Philippines, she is married to a US citizen but is not a Citizen herself. ... A: As long as she resides in the US, she will be eligible for a widow's benefit. If she leaves the ... | |
| Renouncing US Citizenship | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: If I renounce my US Citizenship and live abroad, will I lose my Social Security benefits? A: Below is a link to the requirements for renouncing US Citizenship: ... | |
| Social Security for Children | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: The former husband of my wife retired two years ago at age 62. My wife has full custody of her two ... A: Children are eligible for benefits until age 18. At age 18, the benefits can be converted to student ... | |
| who pays SS taxes? | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I was looking on the Wikipedia page "social security debate" and it said in the beginning of the ... A: This is true. Only the first $106,800 earned is taxed as Social Security wages. All wages are ... | |
| Social Security/Medicare | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: Darlene, I know very little about the workings of Medicare, but for health reasons have recently had ... A: Medicare does not cover prescription drugs unless you have Part D. If she has a prescription drug ... | |
| SS Offset | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I was married to my ex-husband for 28 years. I did not work outside the home for many of those ... A: Any pension based on work not covered by Social Security will cause a 2/3rd reduction in a spouse or ... | |
| Wife's benefits | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: My wife is three years older than I am. If she turns 62 which will make me 59, I still will be ... A: You must be receiving benefits or have filed and taken a voluntary suspension in order for your wife ... | |
| Social Security notch 1917-26 | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: My mother, born in Kansas in 1918, recently received a letter from someone claiming to be working on ... A: I think this article should answer your question. ... | |
| what is fraud | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I know a guy in my area that is on disability and he hunts and rides atv's like nothing wrong. I ... A: Keep in mind that the disability could be a mental one and not a physical one. You can report ... | |
| Military retirement and social security | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: If you are currently receiving a military retirement, will it be reduced when you begin receiving ... A: I am not an expert on Military pensions. I can tell you that your Military pension (if based on ... | |
| Representative Payee | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: Question # 1 My wife and I have a joint bank account and she was stuck with a Terminal Brain Tumor. ... A: Here is the policy from Social Security Program Operational Manual GN 02402.055 Direct Deposit for ... | |
| postage paid envelopes | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I get lots of postage paid envelopes in the mail from companies sending credit card offers, etc... ... A: Marcia, I did work at the post office for about three years and this is where the knowledge about ... | |
| Representative Payee | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: Question # 1 My wife and I have a joint bank account and she was stuck with a Terminal Brain ... A: You can have her Social Security check deposited into a joint checking account owned by the two of ... | |
| When my friend went to file a claim for Social Security from divorced husband | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: My friend went to the courthouse to file a claim against her former husband (deceased) for Social ... A: I am not a legal expert regarding marriage and divorce. As a past Social Security representative, ... | |
| Social Security | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I am 17 years old and live in Indiana. I have a 18 month old son who was elegable to be put on s.s.i ... A: I would like to have some more information about your situation before giving you advice. Do you and ... | |
| notch babies | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: does this only apply to veterans who were born between 1917 and 1921 or does it apply to everyone. ... A: What is the “notch” and what caused it? The term “notch” refers to Social Security benefits paid to ... | |
| Notch Baby | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: Is anything being done to rectify the cheating of Notch Babies out of monies due us? I spent 3 ... A: I think this article should answer your question. ... | |
| Refund for Notch Babies | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: My mom lives in Illinois, she's 86 and just told me that she received mailings from Gutteiriz (sp?) ... A: I believe this to be a scam. You may want to report it to the Office of Inspector General How Do ... | |
| benefits | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I began drawing Railroad Retirement spousal benefits at age 62 (my s.s. benefit was about $100 ... A: If you file for Social Security benefits before your FRA, you must file for both your own Social ... | |
| Form SSA-623-F6 | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: If a minor child (beneficiary)is living with her custodial parent (representative payee), in a ... A: I was unable to locate any Social Security rulings on your particular situation. I personally would ... | |
| Form SSA-623-F6 | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: If a minor child (beneficiary)is living with her custodial parent (representative payee), in a ... A: GN 00602.001 Use of Benefits Citations: 20 CFR 404.2035 - 404.2045, 20 CFR 416.635 - 416.645 A. ... | |
| eligibility | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: i am retired. i took a lump sum retirement.i have no regular income set up, but i can get money when ... A: I would like to have more information about your age and where your lumpsum retirement is from. If ... | |
| Spousal Benefits | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I was reading the question from Carl about his wife's right to draw some of his ss under the spousal ... A: If your husband retired after you at age 65, SS should have looked to see if you as his spouse could ... | |
| Spousal Benefits | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: Darlene- Thanks for being an expert. AARP had an article last month about "spousal" benefits that ... A: No a spouse's benefit does not affect the your retirement benefit. It is paid in addition. If ... | |
| Spousal Benefits | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: Darlene- Thanks for being an expert. AARP had an article last month about "spousal" benefits that ... A: Your wife will be eligible for an additional benefit as your wife after you file for benefits. Here ... | |
| social security and medicare B | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I am 66 years old and have been trying to delay my social security benefits for as long as possible, ... A: Time frames are difficult to predict when dealing with SS. It is a simple systems input to reinstate ... | |
| social security and medicare B | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I am 66 years old and have been trying to delay my social security benefits for as long as possible, ... A: They would figure your benefit amount with the "Windfall Elimination Provision" offset immediately. ... | |
| social security and medicare B | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I am 66 years old and have been trying to delay my social security benefits for as long as possible, ... A: I would suggest you apply right away. You can request a "Voluntary Suspension" of your benefits if ... | |
| Social Security lost | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: i lost my social security and i wanted to know how could i find out if no one has been using it ? A: You can go to the Social Security office and ask them to review your earnings record with you. It ... | |
| Social Security offset? | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: I served for 25 yrs on active duty (1975-2000) with the Air Force and participated in social ... A: Your Social Security could be subject to offset if you do not have 30 years of substantial coverage ... | |
| Fraud | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: How do I report a fraud situation if I do not have the person's SS#? I have a neighbor renting ... A: Individuals have a variety of ways to report fraud to us. Individuals can contact Social Security ... | |
| notch babies | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: Is the government still trying to help the Notch Babies get their fair social security share? ... A: What is the “notch” and what caused it? The term “notch” refers to Social Security benefits paid to ... | |
| government fraud? | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: she is a chiro on disability who got a large inheritance years ago .my question is she has a 19 yr ... A: Welfare is a county run, state funded program. I am not familiar with all of their rules. It would ... | |
| house of reps. | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: how many terms is a member of the house of representatives limited to A: They serve two year terms and can be voted in an unlimited number of times. House Membership ... | |
| I think someone is using my address to receive a check. | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: Good day, Recently I lost my job due to company going under. I filed for unemployment benefits. I ... A: You should report this fraud to the OIG Hotline. Use the link below to get the information needed ... | |
| Feeling better after being diagnosed | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. I was also put on a aggressive treatment plan taking 5 ... A: Mariseta, It is good to hear you are feeling better. What you should do really depends on how long ... | |
| Felon Jobs | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a Bachelor's Degree and a felony. I would like to know if there is any chance of me ever ... A: A felony does not prevent you from being considered by the government for employment. It would ... | |
| population | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: What is the population of the United States? and what is that population proportionate too? (i.e. ... A: Census Bureau Projects U.S. Population of 305.5 Million on New Year's Day As our nation ... | |
Darlene Oldendick
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
All questions about Social Security eligibility and entitlement.
Experience
Worked for the Social Security Administration for 33 years
Publications
http://www.socialsecurityadviceonline.com
Education/Credentials
N/A
Awards and Honors
Many outstanding performance awards while employed at the Social Security Administration
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