Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Oct 1, 2014 | Articles, October - November 2014, Programs & Services
November 11, Veterans Day, is a time to honor the men and women who risk their lives to protect our freedom. Join us in saluting the men and women of the armed forces. Be sure to say “thank you” to all veterans on this important day. At Social Security’s Wounded...
Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Aug 1, 2014 | Articles, August - September 2014, Programs & Services
Take your family for ice cream and you’ll find a variety of flavors. Same with Social Security, most people think of retirement, but that’s like limiting yourself to vanilla. Social Security has a variety of benefits. Know them all online at www.socialsecurity.gov....
Hawaii SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) | Jun 1, 2014 | Articles, June - July 2014, Programs & Services
Are you going to stop working when you are 65 years old? If you are like some people in Hawaii — you love your job and you aren’t ready to stop working just because you are eligible for Medicare. What happens then? Do you have to sign up for Medicare? Will you be...
Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Jun 1, 2013 | Articles, June - July 2013, Programs & Services
In June we celebrate National Family Month, which is a great time to reflect on your family and how to make it stronger. As the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reminds us, strong families share many valuable qualities: trust, commitment, communication,...
Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Apr 1, 2013 | April - May 2013, Articles, Programs & Services
Many people save time by going online to take care of everyday tasks. For example, they shop online to avoid going to crowded malls or stores. They pay bills and check their account balances online to save a trip to the bank. It’s true of Social Security business,...
Pamela Cunningham, Hawai‘i SHIP Coordinator | Apr 1, 2012 | Articles, Programs & Services
Seeing Coach Murakami on the cover made me think about how much Medicare and baseball have in common. Practice and being prepared for the big game is one way to hit a home run. It’s the same idea with Medicare. Innings (In Medicare they are called Enrollment Periods)...
Michael W. K. Yee, Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner | Aug 1, 2011 | Articles, August - September 2011, Wisdoms
Are you dreaming of a leisurely retirement enjoying a second cup of morning coffee, or is a sunrise round of golf more your speed? Either way, know the facts so you can guide your retirement dreams to reality. Historically the road to retirement hasn’t been smooth for...
Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Jun 1, 2011 | Articles, June - July 2011, Programs & Services
Now that the Baby Boomers have begun reaching retirement age, one key decision is looming for them—when to claim Social Security benefits. And that choice is as complicated and varied as the individuals making it. Social Security? Yes, if you’re a member of the Boomer...
