Some Fear How The 8.7% Hike To Social Security Checks Will Affect Them

The video discusses the largest Social Security benefit increase in 40 years, affecting 70 million Americans, including many grandparents raising grandchildren. The increase aims to provide financial relief amid inflation, with an average of $140 extra per month. While some grandparents welcome the increase, others express concerns about rising costs and potential loss of other benefits like food stamps. The video highlights the challenges faced by grandparents on fixed incomes and the mixed reactions to the benefit changes. The Social Security Administration will notify recipients of their new benefits in December.

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