New York State Developmental Disibilities Planning Council

George E. Fertal Sr. ,Chairperson

Governor David A. Paterson

Sheila M. Carey, Executive Director

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The Benefits of Social Security for Children

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A new fact sheet from generations united gives information on how Social Security benefits children. More benefits are paid to children through Social Security than any other federal program providing six and a half million children part of their family income.

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