Women still receive smaller Social Security checks than men. New data shows why the gap persists—and what workers can do now to help boost future benefits.

Big changes are coming, and they'll be here sooner than we thought.

Social Security's trust fund that helps pay retirement benefits is projected to run out in late 2032. New research finds that may pose serious economic risks.

It's complicated; see how COLAs are calculated

It's a common blunder that could have a direct impact on seniors' buying power.

Your Social Security benefit depends on your earnings and when you claim. See the maximum benefit in 2026 and what it takes to qualify.

Social Security beneficiaries receive an annual cost-of-living adjustment to their payments, known as a COLA. The Senior Citizens League is projecting a 2027 COLA of 3.8%. Factors such as the job market, tax cuts and Congressional changes could impact the ...

Experts talk at length about the importance of physical health: we need to exercise and follow healthy diets, otherwise we risk running into chronic illnesses like cancer or heart disease. The concept of mental health has also been normalized, and with it ...

Social wellness is your ability to build supportive relationships, connect with others, and create a sense of belonging among peers or a community. Social connection offers various health benefits, including reduced stress, improved mental health, a sense ...

The latest findings expose a common misconception that Social Security benefits will end completely if the Trust Fund runs dry.