The U.S. Department of Education announced today a new process to proactively identify and assist federal student loan borrowers with disabilities who may be eligible for Total and Permanent … [Read more...]
Best ways to do business with Social Security
By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI Many people save time by going online to take care of everyday tasks. For example, they shop online to avoid going to … [Read more...]
The Congressional Black Caucus reluctantly supports Senate Amendment HR 8
WASHINGTON, DC - CBC Chairman Emanuel Cleaver, II released the following statement this week on the CBC’s reluctant support of the Senate Amendment to HR 8: We, the members of the Congressional … [Read more...]
Early applications taken for Energy Assistance
The regular season for Energy Assistance Program begins October 1. But some Milwaukee County households are being offered the chance to apply for the help before that date. Early applications for … [Read more...]
Medicare Part B deadline approaching
By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI If you didn’t sign up for Medicare Part B medical insurance when you first became eligible for Medicare, you now have … [Read more...]
Governor’s changes to Homestead Credit will shrink money back to low-income seniors
Thousands of seniors soon will pay higher property taxes according to a report released this week by the Wisconsin Budget Project. The Homestead Credit, which puts money back into the pockets of … [Read more...]
A New Year resolution for consumers: Say ‘No’ to high-cost lending
By Charlene Crowell NNPA Columnist The New Year’s tradition of making resolutions is sometimes an opportunity to turn dreams into specific goals and efforts - like losing pounds gained during … [Read more...]
If it’s not .GOV, it’s not Social Security
By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI When you go on a road trip, you need to follow the signs to arrive at the right place. Going online can be very much … [Read more...]
Social Security.GOV delivers
Would you like to stay informed when there are changes to the Social Security website? More than one million people currently receive updates when we make changes to the pages they’re most interested … [Read more...]
Socialsecurity.gov delivers
By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI Would you like to stay informed when there are changes to the Social Security website? More than one million people … [Read more...]