A SSDI Raise for 2009

Well at least we get a (annual) raise of more then a token amount for 2009; in fact it will be 5.8%

I was very surprised to find that my benefit is more then that is for most recipients. I wonder if being an SSDI (received benefits early due to disability) accounts for any change in the averages.

Alas now my saving and 401K are gone. I would not be in very bad shape if it was not for the MediCare Medi-Gap; which is a time period where there is no Prescription drug coverage! {I'll write on that in detail later, working on it.}

This MSNBC/AP article was a wonderful surprise to wake up to. :)