Only one day left to get your taxes done for free. April 15 is almost here. CEP — with partners and 800-member volunteer corps — will provide free tax help to Illinois families looking to meet the filing deadline. Please help us spread the word to eligible clients. Find a site near you. Or download our flyers.
A message from State Senator Jacqueline Y. Collins, 16th District, your voice in Springfield. April 13, 2015 update.
March Madness
On March 6, Americans recognize Middle Name Pride Day. At the Social Security Administration, our middle name is “Security,” and every day, we do everything we can to live up to that name. As part of protecting our vital services, we safeguard against all forms of Social Security fraud.
February 2015, “Chicago Public Library branches will begin lending Wi-Fi hotspots and devices through Internet to Go in the Brighton Park, Greater Grand Crossing and Douglass branches, officials said. Once tested, the program will expand to at least three more communities. Each pilot location will circulate about 100 hotspot devices and staff in-library experts to teach digital skills.”
In 2015, nearly 64 million Americans who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase to their monthly benefit payments of 1.7 percent.
If you handle the finances of someone who receives benefits from Social Security,or you know someone who may need help managing his or her benefits, you may want to consider applying to be a representative payee.
POTUS On Net Neutrality: His plan is simple: No blocking websites, no slowing down content, no “fast lane” deals, and more transparency.
Tell us what are the most important assets in Auburn Gresham. There’s a new ten-minute, citywide survey that’s letting Chicagoans give information about the neighborhoods where they live and work. We want to be heard. Take the a few minutes to take the survey. We thank you in advannce!
Illinois is showing dedication to a culture of coverage and continuous improvement of the healthcare environment.?? The recent good news for Medicaid: Adult dental under Medicaid is restored! Take care of those chompers.
