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[1] | Federal Citizen Information Center (FCIC) |
The FCIC is a source for answers to questions about consumer problems and government services. | |
Consumers can get information by calling toll-free 1-800-FED-INFO, through printed publications, or through information posted on the | |
FCIC?s family of web sites. Posted information is free. Printed publications can be ordered either for free or at a small charge. | |
[2] | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) |
The IRS has a series of informational pamphlets that explain IRAs, 401(k) and Roth plans, and pensions in general. | |
The IRS requires that you update your address if you move. You can also call 1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676). | |
[3] | Social Security Administration |
The Social Security Administration offers over 200 electronic publications, a retirement planner, and other helpful resources to help you find more information | |
about your Social Security retirement benefits and how they will affect your retirement plans. Contact the SSA to: | |
- Apply for Social Security Retirement, Spouse's or Disability benefits online | |
- Apply for a new Social Security Card due to a name change | |
- Apply for a Social Security Card for your new child | |
- Change your address if you have moved and you are receiving Social Security benefits | |
- Visit the SSA online for information and most transactions or, if you prefer, call toll-free, 1-800-772-1213. | |
From a Social Security benefits standpoint, you can retire at any time between age 62 and full retirement age (70). | |
However, if you start benefits early, your benefits are reduced a fraction of a percent for each month before your full retirement age. | |
Click HERE to see what your benefits are based on your birth year vs retirement year. | |
[4] | U.S. Department of Labor – Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) |
This act requires employers to provide eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave during a 12-month period for certain family and medical reasons. | |
[5] | U.S. Election Assistance Commission |
Register to vote in your new location. | |
[6] | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
The Department of Veterans Affairs administers a variety of benefits and services for veterans and their dependents and survivors. | |
[7] | USA.gov |
Find health resources from the government ... Child Care, Health Insurance, Vaccinations, Doctors and Medical facilities, Medications, etc. | |
[8] | AssistedLiving.com/Laws_By_State |
Assisted Living Laws by State: Know Your Rights. | |
[9] | StopFraud.gov |
Elder Fraud and Financial Exploitation. Elder fraud is an act targeting older adults in which attempts are made to deceive with promises of goods, services, or financial benefits that do not exist, were never intended to be provided, or were misrepresented. Financial exploitation is the illegal or improper use of an older adult's funds or property. Also, how to report suspected Elder Fraud and Financial Exploitation. | |
[10] | NCEA.AOA.gov |
National Center on Elder Abuse. Elder Abuse is a violation of Human Rights and a significant cause of illness, injury, loss of productivity, isolation and despair ... World Health Organization (WHO). Get help from this website if you suspect Elder Abuse. | |
[11] | Medicare.gov |
The Official U.S. Government Site for Medicare. | |
[12] | Medicare Information - Investopedia |
Medicare Information: How it work, Part A/B/C/D and Medicare vs. Medicaid. | |
[13] | www.BoomerBenefits.com |
Information on using a Insurance Broker for your Medicare Benefits/Plan options. | |
[14] | Medical Insurance Comparison |
Medicare Insurance Comparison - Not sure which Medicare plan works for you? Use our easy tool to shop, compare, and enroll in plans from popular carriers. |