elplaguister/DTS_session_datasets huggingface dataset:
user: Hi, how you doing?. I was told the other day that you can go for a disability revision, is that true?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, yes. We can review your case often in order to determine if you still are disabled. In that recgard, your benefits will continue as long as you keep this condition.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you received a medical improvement in your case recently?[NEWLINE]user: No, i haven't.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How often you do that kind of revisions? Is that legit?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course, The law requires and enable us to review your case from time to time to verify that you are still disabled. Don't worry, we'll inform you when its time and about the results.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where i can find more information about it?[NEWLINE]agent: You can check the following publication: Working While disabled: How we can help.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Um, i supposed that if i get some improvement, i should notify it, isn't?[NEWLINE]agent: Certainly, you should. You are responsible to inform any improvement in your condition, or if you go back to work. In any case, you should check the booklet we send you with your application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Of course, of course. I suppose is not a good thing to try to live on social benefits, huh?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, no. If you are a responsible person, is most than probable that you would rather going back to work that only live from social benefits.[NEWLINE]user: But, lets say i need to keep those, is there any chance for that to happen?
user: Can I eventually go back to work if I'm receiving disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Most people do prefer to work instead of getting staying with a disability benefit. Is that your case?[NEWLINE]user: Not really, but I'm just curious about it.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: For how long can I continue to get the disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: In most cases, for as long as you are disabled.[NEWLINE]user: Are there any exceptions?[NEWLINE]agent: You could stop getting the benefits under certain circumstances, like if your health improves to the point that you are no longer considered disabled and can go back to work.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you recommend me publications to read more about disability beneftis?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes sure. You can read the publications Disability Beneftis, What you Need to Know When you Get Social Security and How we Decide if you Still Have a Qualifying Disability.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And about Social Security work incentives?
user: can you help me with knowing about if they can take my benefits away and when they review my case?[NEWLINE]agent: your benefits will continue as long as you are disabled.How often we review your cases depends on whether your condition is expected to improve How often we review your case depends on whether your condition is expected to improve..[NEWLINE]agent: Is your condition expected to improve?[NEWLINE]user: no, that is why i want to know[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: are you just reviewing my case because you heard something?[NEWLINE]agent: The law requires that we review your case from time to time to verify that you are still disabled.We tell you if it is time to review your case and we also keep you informed about your benefit status.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can I read up more about this so it doesn't take me by surprise?[NEWLINE]agent: We have some available publications: Disability Benefits,  What You Need To Know When You Get Social Security Disability Benefits and How We Decide if You Still Have a Qualifying Disability[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: how do I know if I'm improving without really working and If I work do I lose benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: A lot of people would rather work than live on disability benefits. There are special rules that help you keep your cash benefits and Medicare while you test your ability to work, so you don't have to worry about losing benefits.[NEWLINE]user: what kind of rules are they so I can read more on them?[NEWLINE]agent: There are special rules that help you keep your cash benefits and Medicare while you test your ability to work.We call these rules " work incentives "[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and what can cause my disability to get taken away if they review?
user: What could make my disability benefits stop?[NEWLINE]agent: We have two things that can cause benefits to stop- your monthly income or returning to a substantial job.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I return to work?[NEWLINE]agent: We would need to gather more information. Do you prefer to work over living off disability?[NEWLINE]user: I'm not sure.[NEWLINE]user: Can I learn about work incentives?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, we have two documents.[NEWLINE]user: What are the documents called?[NEWLINE]agent: Working While Disabled and How Can We Help[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I return to work part time?
user: I need help understanding my disability benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: You will continue to have benefits as long as you are disabled.[NEWLINE]agent: Has your health improved?[NEWLINE]user: No, not yet.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Am I allowed to work?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, but we do have limits on how much one can work and still receive benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How often do you review my case?[NEWLINE]agent: From time to time.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do you have any documents on disability?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, we have multiple documents that can help.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I return to work?
user: Good afternoon. I've been on disability status for a while, but it's probable that i get clear to go back to my normal activities. I would like to know if there is some special info about this regard?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you concerned about your disability incomes?[NEWLINE]user: No, nothing like that, but i would like to know, well, if there is those considerations.[NEWLINE]user: Look, i'm not trying to get some advantage, just heard that there was something called work incentives. Anyway, where can i get more information about this topic?[NEWLINE]agent: No problem, If you're interested into getting more information about this, you can read the following document: Working while disabled: How we can help you.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: O.k i'll look for it. Anything else like this?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure thing. You can also check the following publications for more inside info: Disability Benefits; What you need to know when you get Social Security Disability Benefits; and How we decide if you still have a qualifying disability.[NEWLINE]user: Quite a list, huh?. So, this publications will help me out to solve my doubts?[NEWLINE]agent: They should suffice most of your doubts, yeah.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: O.k, o.k, then i'll definitely look for them. Now, a last question, I heard about a substantial level or something like that, related to stop the benefits, could you tell me more?
user: I need to review my benefits for disablity[NEWLINE]agent: Has there been a change in your health condition?[NEWLINE]user: Does my benefit change with improvement?[NEWLINE]agent: We will review your case of your current condition within 6 - 18 months after your benefit started[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do you decide if I still qualify[NEWLINE]agent: read How We Decide if You Still Have a Qualifying Disability[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I go back to work?[NEWLINE]agent: If you're like most people The booklet we send you when your application is approved explains what you need to report to us.[NEWLINE]user: ok[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What other publications should I read?[NEWLINE]agent: read  Disability Benefitss,  What You Need To Know When You Get Social Security Disability Benefitss  and  How We Decide if You Still Have a Qualifying Disability[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: When do you review my case?
user: Hi, i've been on disability for some time, and I was wondering what could happen to my benefits if I go back to work?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you willing to go back to work?[NEWLINE]user: Yeah, of course. If  i get the approval, i'll go.[NEWLINE]agent: That's good, because if you're like most of people, you'll definitely will rather go to work before try to live on disability benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there any documents or publication i can refer to?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, you have quite a selection on that regard. For example, you have the following: Disability Benefits; What you need to know when you get social security disability benefits and lastly, How we decide if you still have a qualifying disability.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: O.k, got it written down. Say, can you tell me about average earnings for those visually disabled?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, in the most recent year, 2019, average earnings were of $1220 or more per month and $2,040 or more per month if you're blind.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there any kind of chance that i can keep my disability benefits even i go back to work?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, there are special rules that can help you to keep your cash benefits and Medicare while you test your ability to work. They are called "work incentives"[NEWLINE]user: Oh, that sounds nice. Where can i get more information about those?
user: Would I get any Social Security payment as a survivor from the death of my wife?[NEWLINE]agent: You'll get a one-time payment of 255$ if you were living with the deceased, or if you were living apart from her, you'll receive the payment if you were already receiving certain Social Security benefits on the deceased's record.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know who would receive the benefits in case there's no surviving spouse?[NEWLINE]user: Not needed, thanks.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I want to know now about surviving parents.[NEWLINE]agent: In the case of a dependent parent, who's at least 62 years old, of a worker who dies, the parent may be eligible to receive Social Security survivors benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What should I do if the deceased was receiving monthly benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: If the deceased person was receiving monthly social security benefits, the payments received the month the person died, and any month after should be returned.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Who else, apart from the surviving spouse and children, can receive the benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Under certain circumstances, some other family members may be eligible. A stepchild, grandchild, step-grandchild, or adopted child could be eligible for the benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How can I return the monthly benefits received after the death of a family member?
user: What should I do if a deceased family member received monthly benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Were the deceased receiving monthly Social Security benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, he was.[NEWLINE]agent: then all the payments received the month of his death and after must be returned to Social Security.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Who can receive the survivor benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Family members that can receive the benefits include a widow or widower at least age 60 (50 if disabled), a surviving divorced spouse, etc.[NEWLINE]user: Who else can receive the benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: A widow or widower at any age could also receive the benefits if they are caring for the deceased's child that is under 16 years old or disabled.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What are some other situations in which somebody would receive survivor benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: One would be if the person is already receiving benefits as a spouse. Want to know about it?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, please.
user: we had someone pass away and I want to know about what to do[NEWLINE]agent: was the deceased receiving Social Security benefits and are you the surviving spouse?[NEWLINE]user: no I'm not but they were getting benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I wanted to ask about survivor benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: These are two examples of what a survivor would receive; Widow or widower, full retirement age or older 100 percent of the deceased worker 's benefit amount. and Widow or widower age 60 full retirement age 71 to 99 percent of the deceased worker 's basic amount[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok and what if they were actually receiving benefits and someone got them after the person dies?[NEWLINE]agent: They will have to return the benefit received for the month of death and any later months. For example, if the person died in July then you must return the benefits paid in August. How the benefits are returned depends on how the deceased received benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and if the survivor is not the spouse can the kids get a lump payout or will it be different?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case a lump - sum can be paid to the worker's child or children if,during the month the worker died the child was already receiving benefits on the worker's record or became eligible for benefits upon the worker's death.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: okay and I read about the deceased not having enough credits or something and paid benefits, so can you tell me more?[NEWLINE]agent: Benefits can still be paid to the worker 's children and the surviving spouse who is caring for the children even if the worker didn't have the required number of credits.They can get benefits if the worker has credit for one and one - half years of work in the three years just before their death.Each person s situation is different and you need to talk to a Social Security claims representative about your choices[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can other people and not just the biological kids be eligible for benefits?
user: Hi. I am trying to learn about social security payments after a spouse's death.[NEWLINE]agent: Sure. If you were receiving benefits on the deceased's records, you can receive $225.[NEWLINE]agent: Is there a surviving spouse?[NEWLINE]user: There is no surviving spouse.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you help me learn about a child's benefit?[NEWLINE]agent: A child may be eligible for social security survivor benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So which family members are eligible?[NEWLINE]agent: Depending on the circumstances, a stepchild, grandchild, step grandchild or adopted child may be eligible.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How many credits are needed?[NEWLINE]agent: It depends on how old the worker was when he or she passed. At the most, 40 credits are needed.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if we were living a part when he died?
user: Can you tell me how many Social Security credits my wife can earn every year?[NEWLINE]agent: A worker can earn up to four credits each year  For instance, In 2019 your wife can earn one credit for each $ 1,360 of wages or self - employment income.[NEWLINE]user: So she needs to make over $5000 to get her 4 credits?[NEWLINE]agent: When your wife has earned $ 5,440 she will have earned her four credits for the year[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can parents get benefits if a child they live with dies?[NEWLINE]agent: Are these dependent parents?[NEWLINE]user: yes they are[NEWLINE]agent: Okay, so If you are the dependent parent who is at least age 62 of a worker who dies you may be eligible to receive Social Security survivors benefits.[NEWLINE]user: So that's all they need and they qualify?[NEWLINE]agent: They may qualify.  If they are at least 62 then we would need more information to see if they qualify[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: okay and what about any children other than her own?
user: How would my wife earn social security survivor's benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: She can earn up to 4 credits per year. That means that your wife can earn one credit for each 1360$ of wages (as in 2019) or self-employment income.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know more about the credits per year?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, please.[NEWLINE]agent: So, as I said, is 1 credit for every 1360$ she earns so she'd get her fourth credit when she has earned 5440$ and that would complete her 4 credits per year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: how would it be for parents?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you the dependent parent?[NEWLINE]user: No, I was just curious.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How many credits are needed to provide benefits for survivors?[NEWLINE]agent: That depends on the age of the workers the moment they die. But, no one needs more than 40 credits in 10 years of work to be eligible for any Social Security benefit.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Have any of your family members died recently?
user: if a spouse passes, how do they earn benefits?[NEWLINE]agent:  A worker can earn up to four credits each year[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a passed spouse?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: My condolences.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I have a minor child, do they receive anything?[NEWLINE]agent: If you are the unmarried child under 18 up to age 19 if attending elementary or secondary school full time of a worker who dies[NEWLINE]user: oh ok[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What are the limits a survivor can earn[NEWLINE]agent: you will continue to qualify for benefits on your deceased spouse 's Social Security record[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are other family members eligible?
user: How does a spouse earn survivors benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: A worker can earn up to four credits each year[NEWLINE]agent: Are you a widow/widower?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if a person already gets survivors benefits?[NEWLINE]agent:  If you already receive benefits as a spouse, your benefit will automatically convert to survivors benefits after we receive the report of death.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if they have a disabled child?[NEWLINE]agent:  If you are the unmarried child under 18 up to age 19 if attending elementary or secondary school full time of a worker who dies, [100] you can be eligible to receive Social Security survivors benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I get a lump sum?[NEWLINE]agent:  A surviving spouse or child may receive a special lump - sum death payment of $ 255 if they meet certain requirements.[NEWLINE]user: How does the spouse earn the benefits?[NEWLINE]agent:  A surviving spouse or child may receive a special lump - sum death payment of $ 255 if they meet certain requirements.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Who receives benefits?
user: I was wondering if social security also pays death benefits? Does it?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, it does. A one-time payment of $255 can be paid to the surviving spouse if he or she was living with the deceased; or, if living apart, was receiving certain Social Security benefits on the deceased's record.[NEWLINE]agent: Is there a surviving spouse?[NEWLINE]user: No, I wasn't talking about an actual case. I've just been curious about that.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So, who can receive benefits then?[NEWLINE]agent: Certain family members may be eligible to receive monthly benefits, for example a widow or widower age 60 or older, age 50 or older if disabled. Or a surviving divorced spouse.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Could I get benefits if I was a surviving spouse?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, but you can not receive benefits as a surviving spouse while you are married.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And what if, for example, I applied for disability benefits as a survivor: is there any way to speed up the process? I'm asking for a friend.[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, there is. You can speed up the disability application process if you complete an Adult Disability Report and have it available at the time of your appointment. We use the same definition of disability for widows and widowers as we do for workers.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Thank you for explaining. Back to my initial question. What if I was a surviving widow, who is already receiving retirement benefits?
user: hi can you tell me how I get started?[NEWLINE]agent: are you the survivor?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent:  If the deceased was receiving Social Security benefits, you must return the benefit received for the month of death and any later months[NEWLINE]user: wil lI have to return the money?[NEWLINE]agent: you must return the benefits paid in August[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what if you remarry before you reach age 60 ang 50 if disabled?[NEWLINE]agent: If you remarry before you reach age 60 age 50 if disabled, you can not receive benefits as a surviving spouse while you are married[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do they pay in a lump sum[NEWLINE]agent: A surviving spouse or child may receive a special lump - sum death payment of $ 255 if they meet certain requirements[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what if I get widow benefits?[NEWLINE]agent:  you can switch to your own retirement benefit as early as age 62[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are other family members eligible?
user: I had a question about who in the family can get survivor benefits from the Social Security Administration[NEWLINE]agent: Would you like to know which family members may be eligible for survivors benefits?[NEWLINE]user: I would really like to know if I am one of those eligible if I lived with someone that died but I'm not their child[NEWLINE]agent: Are you a stepchild, grandchild, step grandchild, or adopted child?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: You are not eligible for survivors benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: where do we go to help a widow get the benefits application going?[NEWLINE]agent: You can speed up the disability application process if you complete an Adult Disability Report and have it ready at your appointment[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: so who else can get the benefits too?[NEWLINE]agent: There are certain family members that may be eligible to receive monthly benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: how soon can the widow apply for the lump sum payment?
user: I would like to know if Social Security pays death benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes A one-time payment of $ 255 can be paid to the surviving spouse if he or she lived with the deceased; or, if you lived separately, you were receiving certain Social Security benefits on the deceased's record.[NEWLINE]user: and if there is no surviving spouse?[NEWLINE]agent: in this case payment is made to a child who is eligible for benefits in the registry of the deceased in the month of death[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok I understand and can I choose other family members?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to choose a stepchild, grandchild, grandchild, or foster child?[NEWLINE]user: yes to a grandson[NEWLINE]agent: Is your father 62 or older?[NEWLINE]user: not[NEWLINE]agent: his parents could not be chosen[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do you return benefits if the deceased received benefits by check?
user: Can other family members be eligible? for Survivors benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to choose another family member?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to choose a stepchild, grandchild, grandchild, or foster child?[NEWLINE]user: yes adoptive son[NEWLINE]agent: ok and your father is over 62 years old?[NEWLINE]user: not[NEWLINE]agent: his parents cannot be chosen[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and in the case of those who already receive retirement benefits. how do they do[NEWLINE]agent: You can only apply for benefits as a widower or widower if the retirement benefit you receive is less than the benefits you would receive as a survivor.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What benefit applies to the worker's family?