Here's what the estimated 2027 Social Security COLA could do to average retirement, spousal, survivor, and disability benefits

An above-average boost is likely on the way.

Social Security disability benefits under pressure: Why 7,100 SSA layoffs could reshape disability claims in 2026

More than 7,100 Social Security Administration jobs have disappeared, marking the largest workforce reduction in agency ...

What Medical Conditions Qualify for Disability Benefits Under the SSA Blue Book

Pekas Smith Clarifies Which Medical Conditions Qualify for Disability Benefits Under the SSA Blue Book. PHOENIX, AZ. A common misconception among applicants is that certain diagno ...

Balancing Gig Work And Disability Benefits: What’s Allowed, What Makes Sense

Program is administered by the SSA and helps SSDI beneficiaries explore and return to work while maintaining access to benefits during the transition. This program connects individuals with Employment ...
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Social Security Disability faces pressure as policymakers weigh major changes

Many Americans expect to work well into older age, yet a large share end up leaving the workforce earlier than planned, often because of unexpected health problems. For those who can no longer work, ...

When will June Social Security and SSI checks arrive? See 2026 schedule

Here's when SSI, retirement and disability beneficiaries can expect June 2026 Social Security payments.

Getting disability benefits got harder after the Social Security Administration’s staff was slashed and program rules were changed by Trump

A rapid series of administrative, staffing and policy changes the Social Security Administration underwent early on in the ...

The best disability insurance companies of 2026

Disability insurance costs between 1% and 3% of your income per year, but could cover about 60% of your income if you can't ...