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Good news for Social Security beneficiaries—your payments are increasing in 2025! Thanks to a 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), monthly benefits have gone up across the board. ...

Every fall, students using VA Chapter 35 Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) benefits ask the same question: When will my October payment show up? With school costs, rent, and living expenses p...

While the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is well-known, several other food assistance programs are specifically designed for seniors. These programs can provide additional support, ensuring se...

For retirees who depend on Social Security, October 15, 2025, is the date to watch. That’s when the Social Security Administration (SSA) will announce the official Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)...

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a valuable benefit for low to moderate-income individuals and families in the United States. It provides a refundable tax credit, meaning it can reduce your tax liability and r...

More than 70 million Americans rely on Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to pay for essentials like rent, groceries, and medical care. With inflation still driving up everyday ex...

If you're navigating retirement, disability, or limited income, here's something that might surprise you: You may be eligible to receive Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SS...

This August, many Social Security recipients will find a surprise in their bank accounts: an extra payment. This unexpected financial boost is a result of the Social Security Administration's (S...

Social Security beneficiaries could see a 2.7% Cost-Of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2026, according to the latest forecast from The Senior Citizens League (TSCL). That’s a...