Social Security Helps You Care for Seniors

By Kirk Larson

Social Security Washington State Public Affairs Specialist

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15. This is an opportunity for everyone, all over the world, to voice their opposition to abuses inflicted on some of the most vulnerable members of our society. For more than 80 years, Social Security has provided for the elderly as part of our everyday mission.

Sometimes a family member is incapable of representing themselves due to health reasons. Generally, we look for family or friends to serve as representative payees. Social Security's Representative Payment Program helps our beneficiaries who are incapable of managing their Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments. You can read more about the program at www.socialsecurity.gov/payee.

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What if a solid start in school was as easy as using a special library card?

Oregon is piloting an inventive plan to boost school readiness that harnesses the power of the public library. The program’s driving force is the Ready to Learn library card. The card has an extra gear to help parents get their children into school with skills they need to excel. By the time they graduate, the children will have amassed a modest college savings account.

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