Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Increase for 2015

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the COLA for seniors, placing the increase at 1.7% for 2015. There’s not going to be any change in the Part B premium of $104.90 (for those unmarried seniors with incomes below $85,000). The SSI monthly benefit is $733. The Presumed Maximum Value is $264.33. The 2015 Florida Medicaid Income Cap is $2199. Attorney Babette B. Bach is a Board Certified Florida Elder Law attorney and an expert in public benefits. Call Bach & Jacobs, PA to schedule an appointment with Babette to review your eligibility for Medicaid and other public benefits.