2025.04.02 – Social Security Benefits Overview (Recorded Webinar)

A Carolyn Rocchio Caregivers recorded webinar featuring Trisha Mentzer.

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Aired live on April 2, 2025.

In this caregiver webinar, Trisha Mentzer will discuss eligibility for Social Security benefits, how to file for benefits, disability and survivor benefits, Medicare, and the future of Social Security.

Session Objectives:

  • Explain the eligibility and entitlement factors for Social Security benefits, including the differences between Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
  • Describe the application process for Social Security benefits.
  • Discuss the online services available and the future of Social Security.

Note: this webinar is free and does not offer any CEU credits.

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Trisha Mentzer is a Social Insurance Specialist in the Office of Communications at the Social Security Administration (SSA). Prior to joining the SSA, Trisha was an Army Military Police Officer. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Grand View University in Iowa, and her master’s degree in business from Troy University in Alabama.