However, the average $1,907 Social Security check often isn't enough for many boomers to afford basic necessities.
But, according to the Social Security Administration, their benefits will be lower than if they waited until their official retirement age — which varies by birth year.
But, while some extra money would help supplement her paycheck, she's confident in her choice to wait for Social Security.
"If I can fight it out until full retirement age at 67, I can fight it out until I'm 70.
Are you an older adult waiting to collect Social Security?
Persons:
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Organizations:
Service, Business, Social Security, Social, Social Security Administration, SNAP
Locations:
North Babylon, Long