Archives by: Brandon Smith
About the author
Brandon P. Smith is the author of Northeast Ohio Thrive’s Social Security & You blog. He is a Social Security public affairs specialist with the Social Security Administration, based in Cleveland. A Cleveland native, he joined the SSA in 2003. He is the primary contact for media relations, outreach, and presentations for the agency in Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain, and Geauga counties. In addition to other communications awards, Brandon received a Deputy Commissioner Citation from Social Security’s Office of Communication in 2015 for his outstanding public affairs support of the agency’s national communication initiatives.
Brandon Smith Posts
Parents and caretakers of children with disabilities can lose work hours and income because of their children’s care needs. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides monthly financial support to low-income families with children who have developmental and behavioral disabilities including ASD and physical impairments. For older people with ASD, SSI's Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program supports career development for people 18-64 who receive SSI and want to work. ...
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If you applied for Social Security benefits, or have a pending reconsideration or hearing request, you can check the status online using your free, personal "my Social Security" account. ...
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Did you know that the Social Security Administration has a new audio series, SSA Talks? You can learn more about our top priorities by listening at ssa.gov/news/audio-series.html. The first episode features Acting Commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi and Janet Walker, Associate Commissioner for Operational HR Services, discussing how SSA's current hiring initiative is central to improving customer service. ...
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This year, Social Security celebrates 33 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its importance to many beneficiaries. Matt’s story is an example of how the ADA and Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program can help beneficiaries achieve their career goals. ...
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Ever wonder how much you earned the year you worked your first job? Or any other year you
worked? You can find out by reviewing your Social Security earnings record. ...
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The Social Security Administration strives to deliver great customer service and helpful information to everyone. That includes improving access for underserved communities. We aim to reduce language barriers and increase access to Social Security programs, services and benefits. ...
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There are no vacations for fraudsters, so you need to stay informed of the latest Social Security-related scams. While you are out enjoying fun and sun this summer, they are working hard to find new ways to scam you. Seniors and younger people are particularly vulnerable to scammers who claim to represent Social Security. ...
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Every July, we take pride in celebrating our nation’s independence. For nearly 90 years, Social Security programs have helped provide financial independence to millions of hardworking people. ...
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