Congress is in the process of finalizing an economic relief bill that is expected to provide another round of $600 stimulus checks to those in need. How much can you expect to receive? Although higher amounts were discussed, it looks like the second stimulus check base amount will be $600. That’s half the amount of...Read More

Since 2001, prices on prescription drugs have grown at an average annual rate of about 6 percent as measured by the producer price index for pharmaceuticals — a much higher rate than general inflation. Higher prices allow drug companies to make bigger rebate payments, which go to insurance companies, pharmacy benefit managers, and employers, rather than to patients. Prescription Assistance Programs (PAPs) were established to...Read More

Everything you need to know about qualifying and applying for expedited benefits. When you, or someone you love is diagnosed with a debilitating illness receiving benefits as soon as possible can mean the difference between a comfortable healing process or a stressful one. The Compassionate Allowances Initiative was established to assist in expediting claims for...Read More

The approval process for Social Security Disability Benefits is not for the faint of heart. The waiting process can feel like a never-ending circle of paperwork and formalities, not to mention the financial strain it puts on families who are counting on these benefits to make ends meet. Before you let the air of defeat...Read More

The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) focuses on energy efficiency and helps low-income households take advantage of reduced energy costs by making their home more energy efficient. The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, and is often administered by the same agency that offers the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The...Read More

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is already a lengthy and daunting process. Add a global pandemic in the mix and you could be looking at an approval process of years instead of months. If you are disabled and seeking financial support during this unprecedented time, don’t let the process deter you from claiming...Read More

The status of a new economic stimulus package, and the approval of a second stimulus check, is still a big question for US citizens.  We can expect that final decisions won’t be made until after the Nov. 3 election, but every stimulus bill that has been proposed includes a second stimulus payment for individuals and...Read More