what do 31 year old women do with there time?when the have no family,kids,transportation,and lives on ssi.?
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take up reading, doing crafts is a good time passer\n\nget a computer, you can learn, play, chat or a million other things on-line.\n\nI know it is hard.  I have a friend who is in a similar situation, for that matter I have been there myself.  I know it can be hard when most of your old friends are married with kids etc and you feel so isolated.  When I was alone and basically broke I tried to just stay busy with something.  Get a pet, they are good company too.\n\nOh yeah....\n\nDon't pay any attention to some of the people who are answering with mean stuff.... they just don't have any understanding of your question, some people can't help but be a@#holes.  \n\nI don't think they understand what you mean when you say you are on SSI.  Some of us do.  I realize that you can't go out and get a job.  There are still many things you can do as hobbies etc.
944682
Depends on what's going on in their life.  You have no idea what their daily life consists of.  I have chronic depression and anxiety attacks.  I'm on disability, so I can't work.  I get $900/mo. to live on, I'm a single parent of an 8 year old that tries to act like she's 16 half the time, I don't have friends, I stay at home all the time, I'm bored, so I'm a crab ass alot because I get mad that I feel so crappy so much.  I have nothing to look forward to, oh, I can do dishes, laundry, yay.  I don't have money to go shopping, and where I live, all there is to do is go shopping or out to eat.  It's too cold now to sit outside, and I hate being inside.  So, yeah, I'm pretty unhappy most of the time.  But if you lived my life, you would be too.  Everyone is full of 'ideas' for me, but they don't do the crap they expect me to do.\nWalk a mile in someone's shoes before judging them.
263939
Go find a family or a senior who can use some help. Paint a house, food shopping, mow a lawn. Maybe just your company, kind word.  So many rewarding options. Give it a try.
120424
Try the following: 1)Get the actual amounts you are eligible for at ages 62, 65 and 70 from the SSA.  2) Assume your remaining life span. Since you do not appear to need the money to live, base your decision on the maximum SS $ you will receive based on your assumed age at death.  For example if you are entitled to $1,000/month at age 62, or $1,200 at age 65 or $1,700 at age 70 and you assume you will live until 85 then the math would suggest if you began to draw at 62 and lived until 85 you would draw a total of $276,000; $288,000 if beginning at age 65 and $306,000 if you waited until you were 70. Ofcourse these calculations do not include the added cash you would accrue if part or all of the money were invested as you aged.  Remember the RULE OF 72. What percent do I need to double my money???  Divide 72 by the number of years and the answer is the percent needed.  For example to double your money in 12 years you would need 6% compounded.  (12 times 6 = 72).  It also works in reverse - if I can invest at 9% APR and compound the interest it would take 8 years to double my money. (9 times 8 = 72).  Teach this rule to your children and grandchildren and they will easily see the value in saving....and they have the best advantage of all.....TIME
175729
If you are already tired and can't work, you can retire.\n\nBut if you are still strong, determined and maybe no supporting relatives when you retire, you must still go on working.
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Social Security Administration\nIf she is or never will be able to work ,she is eligble for SSI
1020458
need more info. Do you have children or are you still living at home,etc.
799723
Do you get SSDI or SSI?  Since you state that you worked all your life, I'm assuming you get SSDI.  Both are for disabilities, but SSDI is based on your income when you were working.  SSI is a type of welfare since it is for those who are disabled who did not work long enough to earn enough credits to qualify for SSDI.\n\nIf you are on SSDI, if you die, you daughter will be eligible for a monthly benefit check until the month when she turns 18 years old, even if she has not graduated from HS yet.  Your wife may be eligible for a check if she is caring for your daughter and does not have an income that exceeds a certain amount, which I believe is less than $1000 a month.  If your wife gets remarried, I believe her benefit check would stop, although the check for your daughter would continue as long as she is not adopted by a stepfather.\n\nYour daughter should be getting a monthly benefit check already since you are disabled and receiving SSDI.  If you are not receiving benefits for her, go to your local Social Security Office with her birth certificate and her Social Security Number, and apply for benefits for her.
721868
a few things - I live alone - had a partner for close to 27 years - he passed away.\n\nMy job - I know I will go home to sleep in order to go to work the next day - my job is ok - but I have 14 more years to go and I am anxious to retire - but I try to think how each day brings me one day closer - sometimes it works, but other times it doesn't.\n\nI simply have to be patient.
177354
Sorry that you are having a hard time. Basically tell em to take a long walk off a short pier. \n I also get funny looks because I receive Medicaid and you know why I get it? Because I am disabled and spent all my life not working but raising a family, so I did not have enough work hours to qualify for NORMAL disability. \n I am glad that you are trying to do so much to better your life and those of your children. Just forget them. Or even better ask if they will take care of your childrens health expenses? Take care and good luck
141803
Not knowing if Social Security will be available for when younger generations are elderly; it's a good idea any to save your money today for when you get older.  You could still work if you want to when you're older, but wouldn't be nice knowing that you don't have to if you don't want to.
51425
I am a 31 year old, who doesn't feel like she is in her 30's, yet.\nI think there is a lot of truth to Sully's answer.\nI know that you can feel like you have no life, and are tied down when you have small children.  I have 4 myself, 11-4, so I know how it is.  \nYou only feel that way, however, if you allow yourself to feel that way.  Try not to let things stress you out.  Make sure that you take time for yourself everyday, even if it is just a quiet minute with a cup of coffee, or a bubble bath after the kids are in bed.  You would be surprised how a little quiet time really make a huge difference.  Also, I think it might make you feel better if you were able to get out more.  You and your husband go out once a week without the children, get together more with friends, and exercise regularly.\n\nEnjoy your 20's, they are a great time.  =)
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I saw this woman on a talk show who could not afford a vacation. So she kept working and every night, she did somehting different with her time. She lit candles, she meditated, she read book's she always wanted to read, she took a bath and ate whatever she wanted. \n\nYou can make new friends, you can resolve to quit fighting wtih old ones. You can get a hobby, you can change the route you take to work. You could eat something different at lunch, you could go on a day trip to something historic nearby. I like botanic gardens and parks. \n\nThink back to the things you liked to do when you were  young and do some of them. You could join an adult sports team or take a dance class. You could also take a martial art. \n\nBeauty is everywhere, start looking for it. Start expecting and asking for it. \n\nToday, I saw a painted piece of wood in a chinese restaurant. I tasted beauty in the bbq chicken my mate made for me. I had a lovely conversation with my neighbor. Get your senses working for you.
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SSI is for social security income. You can not have them stop taking it out of your check, everyone that works has to pay for it. When you get older or if you become disabled then you may need to use this as well. It is put into a fund and people who need it uses it, this generation is helping to pay for last generations and they paid for the generations before them and the next generations pay for your generation. That is just how it is. It is just like the taxes being taken out of your check, you can not stop it from happening. Hope this helps explain things.
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1) retire and live off pension or social security;\n2) live in a barter-based community;\n3) be a non-working spouse or child;\n4) collect disability or unemployment insurance;\n5) win the lotto;\n6) join a nunery or monastery;\n7) become a public charge\n\nThis isn't my area of expertise, but I'm sure there are plenty more ways in which people survive without jobs. Is that what you want to do?\n\n_______________________
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You are a good son,don't ever think you are a terrible person.I am a disabled mom,my son lives with me and helps me also.Is your mom able to do anything for herself?If so,perhaps you have a senior apartment complex in your area she could go to.Disabled people are also eligible for this even if they aren't yet a senior.They pay 1/3 of their income for rent and utilities,not a bad deal.We have a senior complex in my area of Pa,that is where I will be living once my son wants to move out.You get your own apartment,can have a car,just like living anywhere else.Or,if she needs some help,a assisted care facility might be the answer or even a nursing home if she needs alot of help.Although I'm sure you don't want to think of these options for your mom,you have to think about yourself too.I am still able to get around,and my son helps me a great deal,especially financially.But,as a mother,I would never want to be  burden to him,after all,he does have his own life.I hope your mom isn't making you feel guilty and making you think it is your responsibility,because it really isn't.There are options out there.My best advice would be to talk to the agency in your area that deals with aging.They should be listed in the blue pages or government pages in the phone book.Good luck to you.
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There's a trade-off for everything. I moved a lot for career purposes and in my experience, you make new friends whenever you go somewhere. It really expands your mind because you get to know so many different kinds of people.  My family was a 6 hr flight away. The second move was a 12 hour flight. That was hard, but nowadays there are webcams with free voice, etc. Re the love of your life. If she really is the love of your life, marry her and take her along.  I also have a flat in my hometown that I have rented out. Today, I'm 45 and don't have to work anymore, whereas most people have to work until they're at least 65. That is the trade-off.  Whatever decision you make, consider this: Imagine you're 60 years old and looking in the mirror and asking yourself what your life was like. You don't want to be in a position where you'll say: oh, I wish I had done this and that, because then it'll be too late.