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SSI/Medicare
and Prepaying a Funeral
Learn
the important facts you need to know before you or someone you know
applies for financial assistance under Social Security/Medicaid.
In
1982, an amendment to the Social Security Act implemented a program
that enables SSI/Medicare eligible persons to set aside funds for
their funeral and burial expenses before financial resources are
exhausted and necessitate filing for Supplemental Security Income
(SSI) program.
To
obtain this publication, please contact HELLMAN MEMORIAL CHAPELS
at 845-356-8600, out of state, 800-937-0093, or visit our contact
area.
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