Mike Ross

Montana, MT – For the more than 258,000 Montanans who rely on Social Security benefits, getting the necessary support when issues arise has become increasingly difficult. With a significant decline in staffing at local Social Security offices, the state's residents face mounting challenges in accessing timely assistance. As Social Security injects over $5 billion annually into Montana's economy, the dwindling availability of help could have widespread effects, especially for vulnerable populations who often depend on in-person services. Rising Demand Meets Shrinking Workforce The Social Security Administration (SSA) offices nationwide are grappling with staff shortages in 46 out of 50 states,…

Millions of Americans, particularly seniors, rely heavily on Social Security benefits for their daily survival. Unfortunately, this dependence has made them prime targets for an alarming new scam that exploits the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) to steal personal information and money. The scam involves fraudsters impersonating officials from the Social Security Administration (SSA) to pressure seniors into revealing sensitive information under the guise of verifying details for COLA benefits. Understanding the nature of this scam and how to avoid it is crucial for protecting vulnerable seniors and their hard-earned benefits. How the New Social Security Scam Works Scammers are making contact…