Social Security Update: Recent Changes You Need to Know | September 2024

[@C.Hale-dz4vf]

You do a wonderful, spectacular job.

[@barbaramiller349]

I can attest that contacting my local congressman helped me get my disability quicker. I had a lawyer as well but after I contacted my congressman I had an answer in a couple of days. It doesn’t hurt to try.

[@bostongiraffes]

Is there a difference reaching out to a congressman as opposed to a senator?

[@sunshinecindy570]

Prayers for everyone applying for SSI. Back in 2011 I applied, had to fight to get it. Got an attorney, many doctor, etc. While waiting me & my children end up homeless. It was an awful time. Finally, have many doctor appointments with SS doctors and hearing I received SSI 2013. And they wouldn't give me back pay! You have to fight hard. Nicole, Thank you so much for all your updates it is so helpful. All is well now for me & family. Amen!

[@0annonymous]

SSI is a needs-based program, not tied to retirement or disability SSI stands for supplemental security income, it supplements income you lack

[@DebLindley-xg8gz]

​@@0annonymousit most certainly is tied to Disability, the criteria is exactly the same used for SSDI. SSI is given to those who worked but didn't have enough current work credits, or, who have never worked at all.

[@DebLindley-xg8gz]

SSI is also given to the aged, 65 and older who didn't work or don't make enough on SS alone and are eligible to supplement with SSI.

[@foofookachoo1136]

Did u ever get ANY of your back pay??

[@sunshinecindy570]

@@foofookachoo1136 no, my attorney appealed three times.

[@lisat9802]

Thank you for the updates Nicole! The government has been kicking the Social Security insolvency can down the road for decades. They really need to get their act together and solve the problem!

[@judiangel3727]

@@lisat9802 the problem is they don’t care about solving the problem with Social Security. They want to get rid of it. They use a lot of the money for other things.

[@taxiscratcher5935]

They need to put back the money they stole from Social Security years ago. The interest rate on that money could have kept things going a Lot longer than 2035.

[@MelissaThompson432]

How that works is, SS saves your money as government bonds. In the accounting, that means SS is listed as a debt as part of the national debt. Government bonds are "debt," but they are guaranteed; the money is there and it will always be there. For accounting purposes, the federal government "owes" it to us, but it's just like any other money certificate. If you have certificates in the amount of $5B, you own $5B even though, on paper, you are "owed" $5B.

[@lindahammond7759]

Bush and Congress stole money from SS and never paid back. Bush use it to finance the Iraq war which did not cause 9/11 just to makes him self $$$$$$$$. The hell with us.

[@lorriefinley3129]

Most people forgot about this or simply don't know. It is a shame that the elderly in this year range has such a small amount.

[@antsquirly7654]

Lifting the cap would fix a lot of issues.

[@lisamoorehouse7146]

You are the best Nicole!!

[@JeanneSwift-g6r]

I truly appreciate You and Your Channel…I can always count on You for the Truth and Not Sensationalism…Thanks Again!!!💖

[@rebeccajaeger4125]

I did it myself and I got it over 20 years ago

[@rebeccajaeger4125]

It can be done just to have documents and tell the truth. And have doctor proof

[@mariaemilianegron]

People most stop committing fraud.

[@msamackruth]

Thanks Nicole you are much appreciated ❤

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

I hate that so many people who need social security/ social security disability can't get it due to others faking the system to get it.

[@serenitypeaceandcomfort3669]

Did you personally pay into it?

[@sr2291]

You can't get it because you haven't proven to a judge that you can not work and earn Substantial Gainful activity.

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@@sr2291 I have to and waiting to hear back from my hearing.

[@debbiechadwick861]

I applied at 57 bec of breaking both arms. I am a sign language interpreter. After hiring a lawyer and re applying twice, it was determined that I was too old to retrain for new employment. I was told that you automatically get turned down and have to reapply. It took me two years to finally get it.

[@rebeccajaeger4125]

I did not fake anything I have quite a few conditions that qualify me and I have documents that prove it and so does SSI the check you know.

[@KCTeri]

You GO girl! Great information 👍

[@julivand2774]

I get survivors benefits from Social security. You never hear anything about stimulus checks for us. I've gotten one in the very beginning of all this mess,. I live from SS check to the next each month with only food stamps & nothing else. I can't even buy a new toaster or even clothes with the SS I get... How can this woman get help & some answers.

[@JudyShrouds]

I buy used from yard sales, Salvation Army, ask your friends if they have one to give. Fbmp is a good place for clothes. Blessings

[@myoldvhstapes]

Can you do anything at all to make money? Babysit, sell plasma, do online surveys, sell stuff on ebay/facebook/etsy, etc? I supplement my SSDI with survey/microtask websites.

[@kathiv8071]

For anyone...we need to file taxes to have gotten those stimulus’s. However, I feel ya❣️

[@charlawebb4595]

I am NOT from Nicole's team. The only social security on youtube that I've found to be honest, helpful and easy to understand is ed weir. Search his name and you will find him.

[@fightingtosurvive6527]

I'm in the exact same boat as you too, am financially alone, absolutely no support around me, widowed and physically disabled and no transportation so even if you had money it's hard to find a way to get somewhere without paying an arm and a leg for Lyft or Uber.

[@lisamessiana1032]

Thank u so much!🙏💕

[@mariaemilianegron]

This young lady is going places ❤

[@joycewedel9084]

Most SSI so difficult without a lawyer.

[@wolfgirl13555]

Thanks so much! I appreciate what you and your team do! ❤

[@judiangel3727]

I think we should all be voicing our opinion about how they are running. Social Security in 10 years is not a lot of time because look at how we’re already living under the poverty line. We need to speak out now before it disappears.

[@brendarice5287]

Loved the video 😘👍🏻💕💕🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@jaypease9507]

Nothing going on with SS that’s the problem.

[@donnacocanour5062]

Thank you for speaking out with such a level head. You are like a breath of fresh air.

[@borabora3334]

This is a great channel! 💙🎊🙌 🎉

[@danielvallelunga1596]

Hey Nicole and Team ❤ 😊 Where is your Rabbit?

[@naeowens9119]

??? Will you guys be doing a video 📹 about a raise on Ebt benefits in October

[@joycewedel9084]

Ty as always!

[@fightingtosurvive6527]

10:39 - that's why I hate the media with a passion, as well as any other scumbag that uses a clickbait title like, " social security recipients will not be getting a check in September!"

[@dragonssynbyington1516]

Anything coming from our government it’s not gonna be simple, no matter what they say they live to make it complicated for us.

[@lorriefinley3129]

Can you do it better?

[@jenn9174]

I appreciate you!!!

[@B.L.Creations]

Everything is being done online ? With all the scammers out there , I really don’t want everything put out there .

[@Dana-zo4jk]

Hi Nicole. Do you have any information about the Credit One class action lawsuit?

[@rhondajkestin]

I got help from my U.S. Congressman to help me get the Social Security Administration check I was SUPPOSED to get on June 3rd! Thanks to Rep. Rob Wittman, I got my check sooner than I originally would've.

[@darlenericotta]

Thank you!

[@hangin-in-thereawesome4245]

The government should pay back with interest all the monies they have borrowed over the years!

[@ministerkevinbolds5225]

YOUR OUR HERO. U BRING US THE TRUTH

[@deronhanson5454]

Fully understand-took me 4 1/2 years to get on Disability

[@rbonthego]

Great job, hows the bunny?

[@path1400]

Thank you for the heads up on calling about the safety recall on my 2012 Toyota Prius. They have refuse to honor the 10 years recall so I have to find a way to borrow the $5000 to pay for the repair that only Toyota can do. Other mechanics tell me they do not own the special scanner and have the training to replace the Hydraulic Brake Booster on the Prius. My advice to everyone is do not buy anything from Toyota. They do not stand behind their vehicles, unless you car pay big bucks for repairs.

[@fightingtosurvive6527]

Social security needs to be equivalent to whatever the minimum wage is for the state one is residing in. That would cut way down on homelessness.

[@donnamcclenton7340]

No some states like mine minimum wage is $7.25 hr

[@DebLindley-xg8gz]

​@@donnamcclenton7340my State is still $7.25 also. Actually, I think about 25 States are.

[@debbyblack9437]

Good job❤❤

[@annawarner5483]

Not a good thing f ok r those who do not have access to computers, internet or who are blind.

[@BronxBombers_726]

I can't understand how $174.90 for Part B is taking away from my SS? Really? Also, you will be fined if you don't sign up for the drug plan?.

[@sr2291]

Apply for QMB at your local HSD office The Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program provides Medicaid coverage of Medicare Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance for low-income Medicare beneficiaries. It is an eligibility category under the Medicare Savings Programs. QMB pays Medicare Part B premiums, deductibles, and Part A and Part B copayments, and can also pay Part A premiums. All Medicare providers and suppliers, even those that do not accept Medicaid, must refrain from billing QMB enrollees for Medicare cost-sharing for covered Parts A and B services. QMB beneficiaries cannot elect to pay Medicare deductibles, coinsurance, and copays, but may have a small Medicaid copay.

[@sr2291]

Apply for QMB at your local HSD office. Yes you have to sign up for part D.

[@sr2291]

The Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program provides Medicaid coverage of Medicare Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance for low-income Medicare beneficiaries. It is an eligibility category under the Medicare Savings Programs. QMB pays Medicare Part B premiums, deductibles, and Part A and Part B copayments, and can also pay Part A premiums. All Medicare providers and suppliers, even those that do not accept Medicaid, must refrain from billing QMB enrollees for Medicare cost-sharing for covered Parts A and B services. QMB beneficiaries cannot elect to pay Medicare deductibles, coinsurance, and copays, but may have a small Medicaid copay.

[@marypennington6519]

Some times state pay part D an Medicare premiums check with your DHS

[@jazzyjayhellum7273]

Like to ask you what can one do with medicate dropping you at 65 Who comes up with these rule. I told them I'm on disability for a reason. Thee cuts hurt rather then help the person. Out of pocket cost U haven't had

[@rain7096]

👍

[@dianemartinis2801]

You get back pay from when you applied.

[@sandi-midnight-mueller6550]

Usually, but not always.

[@irmav.2360]

Can I apply for SSI if I’m on Dissability??

[@charoalvarezorrbon1337]

Depends on what kind of disability? SS administration will not immediately approve people with disabilities until they get information from people incomes and doctors documents. It is just SS administration is strict due to people faked their applications. I have seen people with disabilities are struggling and waiting for SSI approvals.

[@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS]

Give it a shot. This is how one know the system. Test it out.

[@davidwalls0571]

It took me 15 years from the time I applied, thus only getting ssi instead of ssdi.,work credits expired... and I have a genetic disease!!

[@tessramos8828]

Hi Nicole 🌻 Could you please tell me the web address for class action settlements ?

[@fightingtosurvive6527]

How is it that social security they say can run out, but welfare can go on forever ?

[@twylitegotbannedtwice3411]

I won’t comply with any Ai!!!

[@catherinebrown334]

Sad I think

[@karma4872]

And after our ss have been compromised

[@frankiek7749]

Judge qualified me totally disabled but SSI denied me benefits due to insufficient work credits and because my spouse receives SS. Any advice?

[@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS]

You need 40 working credits (SSDI) to even be look at. Regardless if you’re disabled or not. If under then you’re disqualify despite of. Otherwise, this should qualify you for regular SSI.

[@yvettevitacaponigro]

👍🏻✌🏼😊

[@mariehod4767]

why we need universal needs!

[@billiepembor7707]

I hate the way they think everyone haves computer and internet

[@tracygardner3746]

Anybody apply for SSI or SSDI more likely you’re gonna get turned down the first try because everybody is gonna get turned down almost everybody because you’ll have to get your lawyer. So don’t think you can go apply and you’re gonna get it. You’re gonna get turned down the first no matter what your situation is cause I had a friend his wife was onkidney lives for kidney transplant and she was doing dialysis five days a week and she got turned down so you don’t just get to apply for it and get it you gonna get turned down and then that’s when you go get a lawyer and then your lawyer will help you apply for you can apply for yourself. You gonna get turned down because 90% of people get turned into the first time you gotta get a lawyer to help you.

[@jodyphillips4284]

Why did they cut my money by 250 dollara

[@gregmijjares3725]

They will probably have another update next week and the next week after that this never ends ! It's like a shell game ! 😮😮😡😡😎

[@SJ-zu6wh]

What about all these posts on you tube saying we are getting a large. Raise and we never get them?

[@MarlaKenobbie]

All they do is talk and no actioñ