Social Security Benefits Increase in 2023

Social Security Benefits Increase in 2023

Reading Time: 2 minutesApproximately 70 million Americans will see a 8.7% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2023. On average, Social Security benefits will increase by more than $140 per month starting in...
Who can I talk to about Medicare Open Enrollment?

Who can I talk to about Medicare Open Enrollment?

Reading Time: < 1 minuteMedicare’s annual open enrollment period marks the time of year you can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Health Plan. Learn more about open enrollment periods on the Medicare.gov website: Joining a health or drug plan There are...
Medicare Benefits Counseling in Dallas County

Medicare Benefits Counseling in Dallas County

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAttention Dallas County residents: The Dallas Area Agency on Aging provides services to seniors and caregivers, including FREE Medicare Benefits Counseling.  Medicare Benefits Counseling is available by phone or in person (by appointment),...
Survivors Benefits for Same-Sex Partners

Survivors Benefits for Same-Sex Partners

Reading Time: < 1 minuteWere you in a same-sex relationship with a partner who passed away? If so, you may qualify for Social Security survivors’ benefits based on your partner’s earnings record. You may qualify for survivors’ benefits if you meet any...