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July 2005 Essma
Social Security & Medicare Questions
Q: My mother received a letter and long application from the Social Security Administration stating that she might be eligible for help paying for prescription drugs. She already receives her drugs through a local social services program where we live. Does she have to do anything? Mom has Alzheimer's and can't cope with this long form. Ask the Advisor: Do Members of Congress Pay Into Social Security?
I would like to know if Members of Congress pay into Social Security, and do they get five thousand dollars a month pensions when they retire? — RF New Medicare Drug Plans Will Be Available Soon: Premiums and Coverage Vary
Seniors are likely to be besieged with a confusing welter of information this fall about the new Medicare prescription drug plans. Important Information About Changes to Your Medicare Benefits
Over the years The Social Security & Medicare Advisor newsletter has gained a reputation for explaining Social Security and Medicare in simple terms that anyone can understand. TSCL Member Benefits: Help For Those With Visual and Hearing Problems — HITEC
TSCL is pleased to provide a place where you can order the latest assistive products for those of us who are having difficulties with sight and hearing. TSCL Concerns Confirmed by GAO: Social Security Vulnerable Under Totalization Agreements
A pending Social Security Totalization agreement with Mexico could leave the program “potentially” vulnerable to improper payments according to a new report by the General Accountability Office (GAO). Notch Bulletin: Notch Reform Benefits Would Assist Survivors of Notch Babies
My Notch Baby husband passed away August 2, 2004. I would appreciate knowing what is happening now with Notch legislation. Would I be eligible for Notch benefits as his widow and Social Security beneficiary if the legislation is passed? TSCL Believes Transition to New Medicare Drug Coverage May be "Chaos"
Medicare is scheduled to start covering prescription drugs January 1 next year. Congress Moving on Social Security Reform - TSCL Fighting Greenspan COLA and Benefit Cuts
Congressional leadership is moving forward on legislation to reform Social Security — including benefit cuts favored by Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan.
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