Struggling Seniors May Be Eligible for More Than Just Social Security Retirement Benefits

The average Social Security retirement benefit is less than $2,000 per month. That explains why millions of older Americans who rely on Social Security alone struggle financially. But an article by the Maryville Forum says help may be available!

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a needs-based program that provides benefit payments to people aged 65 and older with little or no income and few resources. (People under the age of 65 with a disability may also qualify for SSI.) Around 1.4 million seniors currently receive both SSI and Social Security.

The Seniors Trust is committed to improving the financial well-being of older Americans through the passage of the Social Security Expansion Act. It will give retirees an immediate benefits increase of about $200 a month, a fair annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), increased minimum benefits, and ensure the long-term solvency of the Social Security program.