Almost a year ago, I wrote a CounterPunch article on how the social security cost of living increase was eroded by higher charges for Medicare coverage.

Americans who receive Social Security benefits will receive two payments in December and are set to see a cost of living ...

Social Security payments will be normal in December, but SSI recipients should be aware of a holiday adjustment.

Learn the four key Social Security changes coming in January 2026, including COLA increases, Medicare costs, and tax shifts ...

Some of the changes happening to Social Security in 2026 are more positive than others. But even the ones that aren't so ...

I got a letter recently from the Social Security Administration. It told me that my monthly Social Security benefit was going ...

Social Security benefits are increasing in 2026. That’s good news for retirees. However, it’s important for seniors to ...

Social Security payments for the month of December follow a normal schedule. A 2.8% cost-of-living increase (COLA) starting January 2026.

The SSA puts the average monthly Social Security retirement benefit before next year's 2.8% COLA at $2,015 per month. Once ...

I used to travel a lot in the army and really miss it. The extra money would help in my adventures to new places, as well as take care of my father the way he deserves. Would it be wise to wait until ...

Engel was receiving disability benefits at the time of some $940 a month from Social Security. Her health had deteriorated ...

Getting a raise is always a nice thing, whether you’re working or you’re a retiree who collects Social Security. And the more ...