Social Security Publications
Summary: Social Security now offers many of their publications in audio format.
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- Artist: Social Security Administration
- Copyright: Social Security 2010
Podcasts:
An overview of the Extra Help available to cover the costs of a Medicare prescription drug plan and a list of factors you should consider when comparing plans.
Learn about incentives for working while still receiving disability benefits, such as the trial work period, continuation of Medicare and credit for impairment-related work expenses.
Find out how working after beginning to receive retirement benefits can lead to increases or decreases in benefits.
Learn how you can prevent identity theft and what you can do if you’re a victim.
Learn how special payments for work done before retirement, such as bonuses, vacation pay and commissions, do not count toward the Social Security earnings limit.
Learn about special services available from Social Security for people who are blind or have low vision.
Find out how your Social Security benefits could be affected if you’re eligible for a pension from work not covered by Social Security.
SSA Publication No. 05-10121
SSA Publication No. 05-10008
A Social Security number is important because you need it to get a job, collect Social Security benefits and receive some other government services. Many other businesses, such as banks and credit companies, also ask for your number.
SSA Publication No. 05-10028. If you are moving and you receive Social Security benefits, you do not need to call or visit us—just go to www.socialsecurity.gov/changeofaddress and change your address online.
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