The 'Introduce a benefits payment card that can be used for essentials only' petition has been posted on the Petitions ...

A new online petition is calling on the UK Government to "ensure that welfare money is being spent on essentials to help ...

A new online petition is urging the UK Government to “ensure that welfare money is being spent on essentials to help those in ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, the last group will receive their December benefits this week. Afterwards, there will be only one more SSI check ...

Under a new executive order from President Trump, some federal offices will be closed on Christmas Eve and December 26, in addition to Christmas Day. Not all federal agencies will follow the same ...

To claim the maximum spousal benefit, you must apply at your FRA. You can claim as early as 62, but doing so will shrink your ...

Advocates say long waits, lost staff, and new online hurdles are shutting out older Americans who rely on in‑person support.

The table below shows the approximate average Social Security checks for retirees by age and gender in 2026. It is based on ...

The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social ...

Approximately 40% of Social Security beneficiaries continue to work after claiming their benefits, indicating that, in many cases, Social Security benefits are insufficient to cover the total cost of ...