Social Security Q&A: Support From Friend Could Affect SSI Eligibility, Amount
Q: Next month I’ll turn 65 and, because of my financial situation, I thought I’d be eligible for Supplemental Security Income. But my neighbor told me I’d be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me. Is this true? A: If your friend helps support you, it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive. Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and resources (the things you...
People in Business: Jan. 17, 2016
Hillary Halleck, of Newport, director of human resources at Red River Computer Co., in Claremont, was recently honored as 2015 HR Practitioner of the Year by the River Valley Human Resources Association. The award was recently presented at the association’s annual meeting, held in Quechee. “Hillary is a consummate HR professional who encourages collaboration, diversity and candor,” said the award nomination by her colleague Dan McGee....
At the Hospitals: Nov. 1, 2015
Addiction Talk, Naloxone Training Scheduled in Lebanon Lebanon — A free presentation about addiction is set for Nov. 10, from 6-8 p.m., at Headrest, 14 Church St. The two-part session will begin with a presentation by Sarah Poisson, clinical coordinator at Headrest, and will include information, encouragement and support for the families and loved ones of people addicted to drugs or alcohol. The nonprofit offers addiction and crisis...
At the Hospitals: Sept. 13, 2015
Open House Set At New Rehab Center Windsor — Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center will host an open house at its newly opened rehabilitation center on Sept. 24, from 2-4 p.m. Kevin Donovan, the hospital and health center’s CEO, said the free event will be “very special” for the hospital and community. “Not only have we opened a brand new, state-of-the-art facility, we’re also celebrating our 23rd rehabilitation reunion, when...
People in Business: Aug. 16, 2015
Robert Therrien, of Quechee, owner of The Carriage Shed in White River Junction, was recently presented with the U.S. Department of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award for the support Therrien had given to Ben Miller of Lebanon, now a former employee, who serves as a specialist with the 131st Engineer Company of the Vermont Army National Guard. David Wheel, representing Vermont Employer Support of the Guard...
