Tag: Social Security

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
November 12, 2020

This webinar took place on Tuesday, November 17, 11:00 a.m. PT/2:00 p.m. ET. There was much at stake for older adults in the election, particularly older adults of color, older…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
April 24, 2020

This webcast took place on Friday, April 24, 11:00 a.m. PT/2:00 p.m. ET. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the government is distributing economic impact payments to individuals in the…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
December 19, 2018

Because of structural inequities that impact women more than men, a significant percentage of older women are struggling to stay out of poverty. There are 7.1 million older adults living…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
October 24, 2018

When: Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. PT/2:00 p.m. ET. When most people hear about “Social Security benefits,” the first thought that comes to mind is income for older…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
September 17, 2018

Advocates are preparing to respond to a new “public charge” rule from the Trump Administration that would put immigration status at risk if an immigrant seeks access to an array…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
August 7, 2018

Many people do not have enough work history to qualify for premium-free Medicare Part A benefits, however there is still an option for low-income individuals to get their Medicare Part…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
April 14, 2018

Older adults and their families strive each day to pay for health care and medicine, keep food on the table, have a roof over their heads, and have enough cash…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
January 25, 2018

When: Thursday, February 22 at 11:00 a.m. PT / 2:00 p.m. ET. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a critical safety net program administered by the Social Security Administration that provides…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
January 12, 2018

A representative payee is a third party who is authorized to receive and manage Social Security payments for a beneficiary who isn’t able to do so for themselves. Often, a…

Justice in Aging logo; "Fighting senior poverty through law."
December 4, 2017

Last night the Senate passed a tax bill that will take health care away from 13 million Americans including older adults and people with disabilities. Further, it will severely impact…

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