Thinking about one’s own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that planning their own service offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With preplanning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. If you choose, there are several ways to prepay for your funeral that can offer you financial benefits. However, prepaying is not required, but an option that many individuals find helpful. If you feel prepaying is wise for you, then be sure to go over all available options with us. Remember, like with any contract, ask any and all questions you may have regarding your preneed plan before you sign an agreement and should know your rights as a consumer.

Any individual who reaches 65 years o f age, who has worked some portion o f his or her life and has made sufficient Social Security payments as required by law is entitled to Social Security Benefits. You may receive Social Security Benefits sooner, starting at age 62, if you retire then, but the monthly payments will be smaller. There are also disability provisions for individuals who are disabled before age 62. You may call the Social Security Office at 1-866-964-7593 or 1-800-772- 1213.

Accepts and processes claims for retirement survivor, and disability benefits, Medicare claims, and Supplemental Security Income benefits. Call Toll free number to set up appointments. Walk-in or call ahead for information and appointment. Handicapped parking

The Social Security Retirement benefit is a monthly check that replaces part of your income when you reduce your hours or stop working all together. It may not replace all your income so it's best to identify other ways to pay for your monthly expenses as you age.

Eligibility is always based on work. Most jobs take Social Security taxes out of your paycheck so you can get a monthly benefit in retirement. To see eligibility requirements, see our website.

You can also estimate your benefit amount, determine when to apply, and explore other factors that may effect your retirement planning on our website.

Veterans of Foreign War Site

Description: Monthly Social Security benefits go to workers and their dependents when the worker retires, becomes disabled or dies. A worker must earn credits for 40 quarters or 10 years for full retirement benefits.

The Delaware County Veterans Service Agency can assist you applying for and accessing the benefits that you may be eligible for; including but not limited to VA disability pension, VA healthcare, Educational benefits, review of your discharge, burial and headstone benefits and employment employment rights.

If you have questions or issues about your retirement Social Security benefits, or you need to schedule an appointment, then call the Mineola Social Security Office listed below. The New York SSA handles several federal programs such as retirement, SSI, Medicare and disability benefits

SSI pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources.

Even if your annual income is higher, you still may be able to get some help. Contact Social Security for details on income and resource limits. Helps pay for the costs of monthly premiums, annual deductibles and prescription co-payments related to your Medicare prescription drug plan. If you already receive Extra Help, you will not need to reapply in 2010. SS will see if you are entitled to any additional Extra Help because they no longer count your life insurance or help with household expenses. SS will send information to your state notifying them you may eligible for a Medicare Savings Program which may help with Parts A and B.