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Social and Supplemental Security
Frequently Asked Tax Questions About Social Security Income
(Separate Website)
This web page answers common tax questions about Social Security income.
By: Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury
How Social Security Can Make Payments to Someone Who is Managing Your Money For You
(Separate Website)
Social Security's Representative Payment Program provides fiduciary assistance for our beneficiaries who are incapable of managing or directing someone else to manage their Social Security or SSI payments.
By: Social Security Administration
Social Security
(Separate Website)
Lawline FAQ: If you are 62 years or older and have worked under the Social Security system long enough to be insured, you may be entitled to social security retirement insurance benefits. If you have not reached retirement age and are insured and cannot work because of a disabling medical condition, you and your dependents may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits.
By: South Carolina Bar Association
Social Security and SSI Facts Brochure
(Separate Website)
PDF document (may load slowly).
By: South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center
Social Security and SSI Overview (Nov. 2002)
(Separate Website)
PDF document (may load slowly).
By: South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center
Understanding Social Security (Social Security Online)
(Separate Website)
Social Security Online contains a large number of resources that will help you understand the current Social Security program benefits.
By: Social Security Administration
When Your Social Security Benefits Are Taken to Pay Back Money to the Federal Government
(Separate Website)
Social Security income is a lifeline for most seniors. Because it is considered so essential for survival, it has traditionally been protected from attachment by creditors. A 1996 law takes away some of this protection. Although the law was passed in 1996, the government is just now starting to implement it.
This is an important change, but it is not a reason for panic. It will not apply to everyone and not all benefits can be taken. This information sheet answers some frequently asked questions about this new program.
By: National Consumer Law Center
Your Social Security Number and Card
(Separate Website)
A Social Security number is important because you need it to get a job, collect Social Security benefits and receive some other government benefits. Many other companies you do business with, such as banks and credit companies, also ask for your number.
By: Social Security Administration
Other Resources
Are You Eligible for Any Government Benefits?
(Separate Website)
Enter information into this website and it will give you a report on benefits you may be eligible to receive.
By: GovBenefits, A Partnership of Federal Agencies and Organizations
Benefits and Services - Employment
(Separate Website)
PDF document (may load slowly).
By: Lieutenant Governor's Office on Aging
Benefits and Services - General Aging Benefits
(Separate Website)
PDF document (may load slowly).
By: Lieutenant Governor's Office on Aging
Benefits Check Up
(Separate Website)
This web site provides information about what benefits seniors may be eligible for. You will be required to fill out a form on the Internet.
By: National Council on the Aging
Elder Law
(Separate Website)
Senior citizens must deal with many legal issues. In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the need to address these issues, and there is now an area of practice known as elder law. Elder law is specifically designed to address the particular concerns of older citizens. By looking at the whole picture, before a crisis occurs, a plan can be developed to carry out your wishes to the greatest extent possible. PDF document (may load slowly).
By: South Carolina Bar Association
Elder Law - Online Research Resources
(Separate Website)
PDF document (may load slowly).
By: South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center
Elder Resource Guide
(Separate Website)
Guide to finding resources for senior citizens in areas such as state government programs, financial assistance, housing, health care, long-term care, legal assistance, consumer law/crime prevention, and disability. PDF document (may load slowly).
GovBenefits.gov - Your Benefits Connection
(Separate Website)
Are there government benefit programs available to help you? GovBenefits.gov will help you answer that question. Our online screening tool is free, easy-to-use, and completely confidential. We do not require your name, phone number, Social Security number, or any other information that could be used to identify you. You answer a series of questions about yourself, and then GovBenefits.gov returns a list of government benefit programs you may be eligible to receive along with information about how you can apply. Whether it's a direct payment, a loan, insurance, training, or other services - there may be government benefit programs available to help you.
By: GovBenefits.gov
Impact of Criminal Conviction on Public Benefits
(Separate Website)
Slide presentation. PDF document (may load slowly).
By: South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center
Information and Resources
(Separate Website)
Information and links to resources provided by organizations benefiting seniors
By: Lieutenant Governor's Office on Aging
South Carolina Property Tax for Senior Citizens
(Separate Website)
Lawline FAQ: The state of South Carolina has special provisions on property taxes for home owners who are 65 years of age or older and who have resided in the state for at least one year.
By: South Carolina Bar Association
TANF and Family Independence Act Overview
(Separate Website)
PDF document (may load slowly).
By: South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center
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