elplaguister/DTS_session_datasets huggingface dataset:
user: I need to know if my family members are eligible for increased benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Yes ] Our mission is to deliver Social Security services that meet the changing needs of the public[NEWLINE]user: I already receive SSI[NEWLINE]agent: Yes certain life changes may affect eligibility for an increase in your federal benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok thanks, I would also like to know if I apply for higher benefits, since I receive SSI, how do I know if I am eligible for these benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: It depends, there are certain life changes that may affect your eligibility for increased federal benefits. For example, if your spouse or ex-spouse dies, you may become eligible for a higher social security benefit.[NEWLINE]user: How would it be for those that are over 62 years old and unmarried?[NEWLINE]agent: You could be eligible based on an ex-spouse's work if that marriage lasted for at least 10 years.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a TTY number for deaf people?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, our TTY number is 1-800-325-0778[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And for those at full retirement age?
user: Does it matter if I work when applying for disability?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you still working and your earnings are over $1,220 a month?[NEWLINE]user: No, I am not working or making more than $1,220.[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is one of the conditions of getting disability that I can't do any other work?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, if you are unable to do any other type of work then you will be able to get disability.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok, I'm going to contact Social Security and meet all the requirements because I also want to apply for the SSI program, can I do it?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, that's correct.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I want to ask regarding the basis of SSI on how they decide if I am disabled?[NEWLINE]agent: If you cannot do other types of work then we will probably decide you are disabled.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and, even if the worker does not have the requisite number of credits, will compensation be paid to the worker's children and the surviving spouse who looks after the children?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, they can obtain benefits if the worker has credit for a year and a half of work 6 credits in the three years just before his death. Everyone's situation is different and you should talk to a Social Security claims representative about your options.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What are your basis in deciding if an adult child does have a disability and qualifies for the SSDI benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Is your child older than 18 years old?[NEWLINE]user: No my child is not over 18 years old yet.[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there other related information I would need to know?
user: how do I qualify for social security?[NEWLINE]agent:  If you are receiving Social Security disability benefits when you reach full retirement age, your disability benefits automatically convert to retirement benefits, but the amount remains the same.[NEWLINE]agent: did you have any other questions?[NEWLINE]user: yeah i understand[NEWLINE]agent: ok great![NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If I reported receiving benefits after death. When should the benefits be returned, say, if the individual died in July?[NEWLINE]agent: must return benefits paid in August[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I ask something else? Regarding the benefits paid in August, I understand that that means that if he dies in August, would the payment be in September? How much work do you need?[NEWLINE]agent:  When you 've earned $ 5,440,  you 've earned your four credits for the year.   The number of work credits you need to qualify for disability benefits depends on your age when you become disabled[NEWLINE]user: Something else I want to ask about the disability benefits, what if I'm hard of hearing? Do you have a number for that?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You can call our toll-free TTY number, 1-800-325-0778.[NEWLINE]user: Another concern I have is about the concept of disability. Is it important for me to meet a disability?[NEWLINE]agent: yes[NEWLINE]agent: do you more information?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: ok great![NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: when do benefits come?
user: You can help me with benefits for retirement at my age[NEWLINE]agent: Would you like to know about retirement benefits according to your age?[NEWLINE]user: yes, because I am not at the age when others say you should fully retire whatever that is[NEWLINE]agent: Full retirement age is the age at which a person may first become entitled to full or unreduced retirement benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Another concern about filing an application for retirement benefits. What if I'm past the age of retirement?[NEWLINE]agent: If you plan to continue working delaying benefitsalso increases the maximum monthly survivors benefit you may receive.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the percent of benefit aft full reitrement?[NEWLINE]agent: your benefitwill be 130.67 percent of your full retirement age benefit[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a special enrollment period?[NEWLINE]agent: f you are age 65 or older and your medical insurance coverage is under a group health plan based on your  current employment[NEWLINE]user: For my spouses employment also?[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the premium I pay on my health insurance coverage?
user: what if you retire early?[NEWLINE]agent: You can retire at any time between age 62 and full retirement age[NEWLINE]agent: what if i start benefits early?[NEWLINE]user: if you start benefits early your benefits are reduced a fraction of[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is the benefits by year of birth?[NEWLINE]agent: Full retirement age is the age at which a person may first become entitled to full or unreduced retirement benefits.No matter what your full retirement age also called " normal retirement age "[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what if I delay benefits until full retirement[NEWLINE]agent: if you delay your benefits until after full retirement age you may be eligible for delayed retirement credits that would increase your monthly benefit[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Another query concerning how do i apply? What if my spouse is already receiving benefits when I file my application?[NEWLINE]agent: We would also check your spouses eligibility for benefits as a spouse and if qualify the application would automatically be a request for spousal benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What limits would be put on the amount family members would get?
user: Can I request a reconsideration online?[NEWLINE]agent: Was  your disability claim was recently denied for medical reasons?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: yes you can request an appeal online[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What documents will I need to provide?[NEWLINE]agent: First you will need to provide your birth certificate. Do you have one?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. I do.[NEWLINE]agent: Excellent. Were you born in the United States?[NEWLINE]user: No, but I have proof of U.S. citizenship.[NEWLINE]agent: Okay. Since you already have proof of U.S. citizenship, you won't need any further proofs of identity.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What's next after I apply?[NEWLINE]agent: Will you be completing the online application?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. I think that will be the most convenient method.
user: I would like to know what happens if the deceased receives monthly benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Is your deceased receiving Social Security benefits?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: in this case you must return the benefit received for the month of death and any subsequent month.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Btw, do you know about disability benefits. Could you tell me which members could be eligible, please?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure. These benefits could be paid to your spouse, divorced spouse or children, regardless their condition.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: That's great, thanks. Say, what could happen if my spouse is about to receive a pension for work not covered by social security?[NEWLINE]agent: If that scenario appears, i'm afraid her benefit on your record may be affected.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Something to think about, huh?. Please, another question. what can you tell me about my children's benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You said you already qualified for disability benefits, isn't?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, that's what i said.[NEWLINE]agent: Good. Then your children may also get a qualification to receive benefits on your record. It can go for your biological, adopted or step child. Even a grandchild could qualify.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Oh, that's good to know it. A last question please. I heard that if my spouse gets eligible for benefits on her own,  she could receive a higher amount? Something to do with a mix or something?
user: Are other family members eligible for survivor benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need to know what family members are eligible?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I would like to know if they are eligible.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a stepchild, grandchild, step grandchild, or adopted child?[NEWLINE]user: No, I do not.[NEWLINE]agent: Then you do not have family members that are eligible.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there any special situations I should know about survivor benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Have you all ready received benefits as a spouse?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I receive benefits as a spouse.[NEWLINE]agent: Then it will be easy and your benefits will automatically switch over to survivors benefits once we receive the report of death.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I'm still hoping to learn more about Survivors Benefits. What happens to those who survive me if I am financially reliant on Social Security?
user: How do I qualify for Disability?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know how to qualify for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I would like to learn about disability benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: You must first have worked in jobs covered by Social Security and then you must have a medical condition that meets our definition of disability.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I'd like to ask you another question about Disability and Supplemental Security Income. Oh, I see what you're doing. And what are the advantages of the first program?[NEWLINE]agent: The social security disability insurance program pays benefits too you and your qualified family members, in case you have worked enough time and paid your social security taxes. You have also the option to get a qualification for a disabled child if he/she is an adult and got disabled before age 22.[NEWLINE]user: Um, i see it has many options available. Look, and what kind of information you request from me?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, we may ask you about your medical condition, work and education history to help us decide if your disability runs under our rules.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Ok, that makes sense. say, i heard about some disability planner? How can be that of use for me?[NEWLINE]agent: That planner will help you to find out how you can qualify and apply for benefits and what happens in case you application gets approved.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. Is there any information available for advocates or attorneys on these themes?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you a law practitioner?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, i'm a attorney in law.
user: What happens if a person goes back to work?[NEWLINE]agent: Did you go back to work?[NEWLINE]user: not yet.[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there any publications on this?[NEWLINE]agent: Please refer to What You Need To Know When You Get Social Security Disability Benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I get more information about work incentives?[NEWLINE]agent: For more information about Social Security work incentives,  read Working While Disabled[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what causes benefits to stop[NEWLINE]agent: Two things can cause us to decide that you are no longer disabled and to stop your benefits :      if you work at a level we consider " substantial. "     [In 2019[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will my disability change?
user: you can tell me who can get survivors benefits when someone dies[NEWLINE]agent: So you want to know which family members may be eligible?[NEWLINE]user: yes I know about wives but what about the kids or grandkids?[NEWLINE]agent: Is the person a stepchild, grandchild, step grandchild, or adopted child?[NEWLINE]user: no I don't think so[NEWLINE]agent: They are not eligible for survivors benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can someone get retirement and survivors benefits at the same time?[NEWLINE]agent: They can apply for retirement or survivors benefits now and switch to the other higher benefit at a later date[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: additionally i would like to know more about survivor benefits, what would happen to my benefits at the time of death?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use our Survivors Planner to learn how your family members will be protected if you die.[NEWLINE]user: Do all workers with children have survivors' benefits?
user: hello there. I would like to know if there are the chance that others family members besides my spouse get benefited too.[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, of course. Do you have other relatives?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. I got other family members.[NEWLINE]agent: Great! Do you have any stepchild, grandchild, step grandchild or adopted child?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have.[NEWLINE]agent: Good. And what about parents? of age of 62 or older?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, lucky me. I still have my parents around.[NEWLINE]agent: Great then. That's good to know. Then you have the family members that also can benefit of your application ten.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you give me any resources regarding the Social Security benefits that I can get as I plan for leaving the workforce?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use our planners to help you to better understand your Social Security protection as you plan for your financial future.  Then you can choose a benefit calculator to get estimates of benefits you and your family may be eligible for.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens to those who survive me if I am dependent on Social Security as my income?
user: How To Apply Online For Just Medicare[NEWLINE]agent: do you have access to a computer?[NEWLINE]user: not right now[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Did you know new medicare cards were sent out?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: Did you receive it?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: To help protect your identity, Medicare has sent you a new Medicare card.s   [25] Your new card will have a new Medicare Number that s unique to you, instead of your Social Security Number[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there anything else to say about Disability Benefits? I understand are there any other forms I can use?[NEWLINE]agent: you can apply various methods over the phone or in person[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok and what documents should i provide?[NEWLINE]agent: We may ask you to provide documents to prove that you are eligible for the field indicated on your application.[NEWLINE]user: and what are those fields?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want a birth certificate or other proof of birth?[NEWLINE]user: not
user: Hi, i'm need of going through a change of address, could you help me?[NEWLINE]agent: Do i understand you want information about changing your address or telephone number?[NEWLINE]user: No, not exactly both.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: I see. So, do you want to know how to change your address only?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, only that.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you receiving retirement, survivor or disability benefits from social security?[NEWLINE]user: No, I'm not receiving any of those right now.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What can i do if i still have some questions?[NEWLINE]agent: Du yo have any questions about changing address process? Need more help?[NEWLINE]user: Yeah, i think i still need a little help.[NEWLINE]agent: Don't worry, you can make use of our toll free number for further questions unanswered here. Oh,, and you can go visit a social security office.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: O.k, at least i have an option. Going back to the address thing, What can you tell me if i'm receiving SSI?
user: Where can I apply for it at?[NEWLINE]agent: Hello You can reply online.[NEWLINE]agent: do you have a birth certificate?[NEWLINE]user: No I do not at this time[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know how to get it?[NEWLINE]user: no thanks I know how[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What site can I go to for retirement planning?[NEWLINE]agent: go to  Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool BEST to help identify other Social Security programs for which you may be eligible[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Very well. Now for my Social Security program registration, why does it do that thing when I enter my birthday? It doesn't seem right.[NEWLINE]agent: If your birthday falls on January 1st  we will figure your benefits as if your birthday was in the previous year.[NEWLINE]user: someone helped me before and we got different numbers, is that normal or were we using some other calculator?
user: Where should I begin?[NEWLINE]agent: You Can Apply online For Retirement Benefits Or Medicare[NEWLINE]user: that does not apply to me[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: ok thanks for the response. Would you like to apply online?[NEWLINE]user: no thanks[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: would you like to know other websites?[NEWLINE]user: no thanks[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what do I need when I apply?[NEWLINE]agent:  When You Apply  Please be ready to supply the information we need to approve your application for these benefits :[NEWLINE]user: what if I am divorced?
user: Can I apply for benefits on line?[NEWLINE]agent: You are asking to apply online, correct?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Do you have medicare?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent:  Please be ready to supply the information we need to approve your application for these benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I also have a concern about receiving benefits while working. Will it boost my pay when I'm working?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, it will increase your future benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Will your earnings be higher than one of the previous years?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, they will be higher than the previous years earnings.[NEWLINE]agent: We will recalculate your benefit amount and pay the increase retroactive to January the year after you earned the money.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much can I earn and still get benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: If you are younger than full retirement age and make more than the yearly earning limit your benefits may reduce.
user: I need help with Retirement benefits planner.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to apply for Retirement Benefits or Medicare?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I would like to apply for Retirement Benefits and Medicare.[NEWLINE]agent: You can apply online for those benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you deaf or hard of hearing?[NEWLINE]user: No I am not deaf or hard of hearing.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens when I apply?[NEWLINE]agent: Please be ready to supply the information we need to approve your application for these benefits such on form SSA-1[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Another query about retirement benefits. When will you be able to start receiving these benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You can start your retirement benefit at any point from age 62 up until age 70[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I apply for medicare only?
user: Can I apply for retirement benefits or medicare?[NEWLINE]agent: you are asking if you can apply for retirement or medicare benefits correct?[NEWLINE]user: that is correct.[NEWLINE]agent: ok thank you. Apply Online[NEWLINE]user: I am hard of hearing what do I do?[NEWLINE]agent: That is not a problem you can call us at TTY 1-800-325-0778.[NEWLINE]user: I'm also interested in learning more about how much can I earn.  What if I'm under the age of complete retirement?[NEWLINE]agent:  If you are younger than full retirement age and make more than the yearly earnings limit[NEWLINE]user:  If you are younger than full retirement age and make more than the yearly earnings limit,[NEWLINE]agent: your earnings may reduce your benefit amount[NEWLINE]user: do you deduct if we are under the full retirement age?
user: what do I need to do?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you asking how to apply for medicare benefits?[NEWLINE]user: yes I am[NEWLINE]agent: Feel free to Apply Online[NEWLINE]user: I am deaf how can you help?[NEWLINE]agent: If you are deaf or hard of hearing,  you can call us at TTYs1-800-325-0778.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: May I ask also regarding benefits under GPO. Could I get a copy of my spouse's benefit estimates?[NEWLINE]agent: Did you find the amount of the retirement benefit your spouse would be eligible to receive at full retirement age?[NEWLINE]user: No, I did not find that amount yet.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you know that you need to divide the amount your spouse gets in half and round down to the nearest dollar?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I am aware of the calculations I have to do.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Then you should be able to find the amount of estimated monthly Social Security benefit you would receive as a spouse.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are any individuals exempt from the offset?
user: Hey, can you tell me something about my retirement benefits planner?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. Did you apply for retirement benefits or Medicare?[NEWLINE]user: No, I haven't applied yet.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know about the application process?[NEWLINE]user: No, sorry. That's not what I wanted to know.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Would you like to learn about other retirement planning websites then?[NEWLINE]user: No, I don't want to.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Let ME ask the questions, please. I think this way it's going to be easier. I recently came across the employee benefit research institute, is that a website you'd recommend?[NEWLINE]agent: Absolutely. The Employee Benefit Research Institute is an officially listed resource.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So it's reliable, I see. One more question regarding the application. Do the benefits start right when I apply or how does it work?
user: I need to plann for retirement[NEWLINE]agent: Are you applying for medicare also[NEWLINE]user: No I am not[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: What is your age?[NEWLINE]user: I'm not ready to apply[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Please read  Other Retirement Planning Websites[NEWLINE]user: This is not applicable to me[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I find out more information at my local SS office?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes you can Visit your local Social Security office Please call first to make an appointment.[NEWLINE]user: Whats the easiest way to apply?