Questioning Social Security myth about back payments after 65
A Salt Lake City reader questions the belief that working past 65 grants a year of back pension payments. The missive notes SSI rules vary by state, cites California and Arizona examples, and urges timely application at a Social Security office.
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Retirement age debate sparks talk of early benefits
A reader asks if after 1975 a woman could retire at 62 and collect full Social Security benefits like today at 65. A respondent voices surprise and suggests men would protest, predicting retirement age may drop toward 60 with full benefits, but not by 1975.
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Social Security questions and pension contrasts discussed
A correspondent explains past overpayments and retroactive limits, noting a neighbor’s $800 extra came from goodwill and not eligibility. The piece contrasts old back pensions with new SSI and social security scales, urging readers to verify details with offices and avoid false assurances.
Reagan OKs more mental health funds
SACRAMENTO, UPI Gov Reagan signed a law adding 18 million to the state budget to keep local mental health facilities operating at their present level. He had cut 82.3 million earlier, with a compromise restoring 10 million direct support and 5.25 million for after care, plus 2.75 million for treatment of mentally disabled persons.
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