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ljm2002

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135. Yes that's a good idea...

Sat Apr 6, 2013, 12:31 PM

Apr 2013

...although there is the one-time investment of $69 or so for the device, it pays off big time. Also they need to be aware that whatever it's hooked up to must be on at all times. I'd recommend getting the device that can be hooked up to your router, that way if you want to turn off your computer you can, and still have your phone service.

Also be aware that it's powered by your regular electricity, not its own, so if you have a power outage you have no phone and no internet. And your Internet service becomes even more essential to retain.

On the plus side: $25 or so for a full year of service. You have unlimited calling anywhere, anytime in the US. You can keep your existing phone # for a one-time fee of about $10 IIRC. What's not to love?

I realize the original question was in part rhetorical. But Magic Jack is a great alternative to regular phone service, it's way cheaper even than any offer you'll get to bundle phone service with your Internet provider.

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"I live on $710.00 a month, what exactly am I supposed to cut?" [View all] kpete Apr 2013 OP

The way I understand it is that people that solely rely on SS won't see any changes... Comrade_McKenzie Apr 2013 #1

You're not wrong. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #138

It's amazing Andy823 Apr 2013 #163

The truth doth hurt. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #174

How true Andy823 Apr 2013 #177

Very true. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #204

Nice to meet you too Andy823 Apr 2013 #211

Maybe you two love birds should take this to PMs Blecht Apr 2013 #241

Or maybe you should ignore this thread and move on? BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #258

I like Obama's proposal to create universal pre-school for all JDPriestly Apr 2013 #228

It has zero possiblity of passing due to poverty protections. joshcryer Apr 2013 #291

Raising the cap is the best way to save Social Security BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #327

What nonsense TomClash Apr 2013 #180

Lots of conjecture and suppositions in your post. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #194

+3 Splinter Cell Apr 2013 #203

You do realize that for one person poverty is only dsc Apr 2013 #215

And? eom BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #216

Almost one half of Social Security recipients receive less than JDPriestly Apr 2013 #231

I've already addressed this in my other post to you. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #255

Sounds like a deceptive proposal to me. It just smells rotten. JDPriestly Apr 2013 #230

+1000 jaysunb Apr 2013 #244

+1 ellisonz Apr 2013 #270

This message was self-deleted by its author ellisonz Apr 2013 #271

One by one TomClash Apr 2013 #295

Closing the loopholes increases revenue and reduces the deficit. joshcryer Apr 2013 #299

What are you going to do next? BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #322

You don't have to believe me TomClash Apr 2013 #339

CATO and Heritage LOVE destroying Social Security, so they're hap-happ-happy to keep the status quo BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #354

+1 HiPointDem Apr 2013 #195

+2 AnotherMcIntosh Apr 2013 #199

Let them spin the facts amongst themselves, NorthCarolina Apr 2013 #229

Here are the facts: BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #261

no, thta has been proved wrong - and even if it was right, why not just raise the cap a little hollysmom Apr 2013 #265

Curious as to why nobody in DC suggests raising the cap? AAO Apr 2013 #268

Absolutely correct. Perhaps it was because of the same reason they did not want a public option for still_one Apr 2013 #307

If you look close enough, you will always see dollar signs. They've all sold us down the river. AAO Apr 2013 #320

The 2012 SSA Trustee's report has been proven wrong? BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #329

They haven't endorsed it, they have accepted it as a possiblity. joshcryer Apr 2013 #290

Everyone prefers raising the cap. As do I. But how many Republicans in Congress will play ball BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #324

Raise the cap. nt NorthCarolina Apr 2013 #317

I'm 100% for that. How many Republicans in the House will vote for it? BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #323

Who gives a s%$t. NorthCarolina Apr 2013 #331

I got an idea...raise the cap nadinbrzezinski Apr 2013 #325

I prefer raising the cap, too. It's the BEST solution to keep Social Security solvent. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #330

fact if the mattdr is my calendar nadinbrzezinski Apr 2013 #333

My widow mom would get a $300 increase. joshcryer Apr 2013 #289

How does she get an increase under chained CPI? TomClash Apr 2013 #294

The poverty clause would bring her out of poverty. joshcryer Apr 2013 #298

I live amongst the poor TomClash Apr 2013 #310

I suppose you'd ship them off to Tripoli too. joshcryer Apr 2013 #350

No Joshua TomClash Apr 2013 #352

April 7 marks the day of mass student hangings in Libya. joshcryer Apr 2013 #353

You are not fit to malign anyone's character nt TomClash Apr 2013 #355

People can make their own judgment. joshcryer Apr 2013 #356

That is a dangerous precipice to cross because it turns Social Secutiry into a Welfare program NorthCarolina Apr 2013 #348

A living wage is not "welfare." joshcryer Apr 2013 #349

Social Security, paid for. RILib Apr 2013 #300

Exactly, and for Democrats to fail and recognize this basic fact is a betrayal to honesty. still_one Apr 2013 #309

I do by far prefer Bernie Sanders to Obama. JDPriestly Apr 2013 #227

and you were a smoove johny devotee. let's not be hypocrits here. dionysus Apr 2013 #274

Yes. And you know why? JDPriestly Apr 2013 #282

Even reagan said that social security was not the cause of the deficit. Raise the cap. Problem still_one Apr 2013 #311

awesome post dionysus Apr 2013 #273

I thank you too. So nice to hear this instead of all the Obama bashing. Auntie Bush Apr 2013 #247

I think calling disagreeing with Obama plans being called bashing is an over statement hollysmom Apr 2013 #266

I agree that we should be able to criticize Obama. Auntie Bush Apr 2013 #332

I guess I don't know names yet - but hollysmom Apr 2013 #337

Social security IS NOT THE CAUSE OF THE DEFICIT. I will trust Bernie Sanders before I trust anyone still_one Apr 2013 #306

Will the baseline rise with inflation? Or will it remain static? Thanks!nt Mojorabbit Apr 2013 #171

Chained CPI is considered "at inflation." joshcryer Apr 2013 #292

k&r thanks for sharing this. n/t. airplaneman Apr 2013 #222

So how would the benefit change for a person whose income per JDPriestly Apr 2013 #224

The Chained CPI will only affect the RATE OF GROWTH BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #252

I have been alluding timdog44 Apr 2013 #225

What you are saying is that Obama's plan will hurt everybody JDPriestly Apr 2013 #235

So the person would get $957 a month. joshcryer Apr 2013 #288

Thank you for your post dennis4868 Apr 2013 #357

You're not wrong.. you're right. But, that will not stop the gusher of Cha Apr 2013 #185

Would Obama's proposal penalize or pay less to seniors who JDPriestly Apr 2013 #232

How fucking stupid does anyone actually have to be to think that the calculated "poverty level" eridani Apr 2013 #278

ditch the internet and use the library. JayhawkSD Apr 2013 #2

mobility is not easy for some people. hobbit709 Apr 2013 #4

They don't care Glitterati Apr 2013 #12

My opinion of people with those attitudes is lower than whale shit. hobbit709 Apr 2013 #21

Walking BAREFOOT is even better, and sleeping outside will insure access to fresh air! idwiyo Apr 2013 #26

actually barefoot is better. shit. i gave up shoes a decade ago. also no need to buy socks. pansypoo53219 Apr 2013 #170

this Blue Palasky Apr 2013 #76

Not "this". SammyWinstonJack Apr 2013 #192

I'm thinking someone should ditch the internet CreekDog Apr 2013 #24

Bite yer tongue, it's probably one pleasure gotten out of life. shraby Apr 2013 #151

Face Palm! - NT Newest Reality Apr 2013 #42

And he should also eat his pet Janecita Apr 2013 #44

Free, extremely restricted use with questionable security and no privacy? No thanks. (nt) Posteritatis Apr 2013 #60

The Repug prescription: eat the cat, sell the vid on-line. Offshore the profits. leveymg Apr 2013 #69

Horatio Alger was a success, YOU CAN BE ONE TOO Wednesdays Apr 2013 #272

The Libraries in NYC restrict you to an hour a day Yavin4 Apr 2013 #71

Ditch the $35/mo. for the phone, that's crazy. xtraxritical Apr 2013 #77

Yes they could reduce their phone cost. But I don't think that that in and of itself totodeinhere Apr 2013 #84

Yes that's a good idea... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #135

They advertise $19.95/yr and no computer necessarry. That's all I know. xtraxritical Apr 2013 #181

I have it... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #184

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Maybe the person is NOT able to get out. Maybe they are force to stay home a lot due to diabeticman Apr 2013 #78

"shoes are a large recurring expense for me because I do walk so much. " demwing Apr 2013 #118

Republicans want to get rid of public libraries, too. kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #83

They limit internet access ewagner Apr 2013 #88

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Here are some on the things that I would suggest: avebury Apr 2013 #92

Haul a desk top, CRT and keyboard to the mall and back for free internet, once a day? RC Apr 2013 #122

I stated that the key to mobility is owning a laptop. avebury Apr 2013 #161

"I don't know why most people want to own desktops in this day in age." nutshell2002 Apr 2013 #214

People who have money cannot comprehend what it is to have JDPriestly Apr 2013 #233

People may not "want to own desktops," but maybe they can't AFFORD to buy a laptop. MADem Apr 2013 #283

"If I lived within easy walking distance"... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #144

Weather is not a big issue in Oklahoma. avebury Apr 2013 #158

How nice for you... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #162

I have internet at home because I can afford it. avebury Apr 2013 #167

And there you have it... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #173

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You say "I don't want to spend too much time online"... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #197

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You say "I am making my comments based on TODAY; RIGHT NOW'... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #206

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Ok, what's up with all the "Message Auto-Removed" posts? How ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2013 #341

It sure put a hole in this conversation... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #343

Weather in Oklahoma City Wednesdays Apr 2013 #275

Making those "free" wifi connections can be terribly difficult Trillo Apr 2013 #155

the internet at home would save a lot more money than if they had to depend on JI7 Apr 2013 #286

Not everyone has mobility to do that. hrmjustin Apr 2013 #104

Wow. Apophis Apr 2013 #141

I dissent! sofa king Apr 2013 #150

Depends totally on service provider availability and pricing. mwooldri Apr 2013 #210

Bad advice. Quantess Apr 2013 #285

According to DUers Glitterati Apr 2013 #3

Seriously, and look at the money he's spending on Pootie. Autumn Apr 2013 #5

Exactly! Glitterati Apr 2013 #6

pootie is part of the problem SwampG8r Apr 2013 #11

He would only have to buy cat food for himself. Autumn Apr 2013 #18

and phone. what does he needs a phone for? savings right there! idwiyo Apr 2013 #13

Obviously he has never heard of 2 tin cans and a string. Autumn Apr 2013 #25

Yes, sister! you are so right! AND while dumpster diving he can get some food too! Beggards can't be idwiyo Apr 2013 #30

I'll bet there are millions of tooth brushes in landfills Autumn Apr 2013 #45

I can not even comprehend living without NHS on 710USD and likely without other services we in UK idwiyo Apr 2013 #48

Have you read Ayn Rand? zeemike Apr 2013 #86

Bill Maher had a great riff on Ayn Rand last night Cleita Apr 2013 #142

No, and I don't think I am interested to read anything by her after your post. idwiyo Apr 2013 #164

I was told by many on DU that I shouldn't adopt a pet if I cannot afford it blueamy66 Apr 2013 #75

I think adoption fees are too high. Autumn Apr 2013 #80

I generally agree, but as someone who fosters dogs sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #91

I agree. blueamy66 Apr 2013 #97

As someone who has done volunteer work at an animal shelter I can tell you that sadly totodeinhere Apr 2013 #105

I got a great cat off Craigslist for free. kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #90

I got mine for free too, and she was spayed. Autumn Apr 2013 #106

Well it's a sad reality that if you can't afford to adequately care for a pet totodeinhere Apr 2013 #98

great post blueamy66 Apr 2013 #109

So that even more get euthanized. Aren't these people sweet? duffyduff Apr 2013 #133

that was my train of thought blueamy66 Apr 2013 #147

Are you kidding me? sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #183

No I'm not kidding you blueamy66 Apr 2013 #186

There are not a lot of free dogs out there sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #187

Sure, and maybe it's time to turn Pootie into a meal. Cleita Apr 2013 #117

+1. Hey, I'm frugal to a fault, but caring for a pet,having love in your life... Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #249

Pets give unconditional love, and a life without them Autumn Apr 2013 #260

So true. So true. nt Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #263

i saw some of those too SwampG8r Apr 2013 #7

Didn't notice Glitterati Apr 2013 #10

No, see, it's that $700 is a princely sum to begin with. Robb Apr 2013 #9

Isn't it sick? Cal Carpenter Apr 2013 #15

What's sick is that these people call themselves Democrats Glitterati Apr 2013 #27

It's the Makers V. the Takers cilla4progress Apr 2013 #115

I often wonder if Newest Reality Apr 2013 #49

I am thinking about it. Raksha Apr 2013 #140

An interesting take... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #154

That's awful....Where is the compassion? I understand though...I get sunwyn Apr 2013 #66

Some really ugly shit goes on around here Glitterati Apr 2013 #96

Thanks for the kind words. At this point it is a matter of transportation for me. sunwyn Apr 2013 #297

Oh, we were trying to resolve your food stamp review issue Glitterati Apr 2013 #302

That vast majority of DUers are not like that at all and you know it. totodeinhere Apr 2013 #89

I'm sorry, I do NOT know that Glitterati Apr 2013 #93

+1. the same people who are telling everyone how great the president's plan is are questioning HiPointDem Apr 2013 #196

I remember all the "advice"/judgement you received, screw them. Dragonfli Apr 2013 #220

Thank you! Glitterati Apr 2013 #221

If u have to have Internet, get a cheaper phone service joeglow3 Apr 2013 #8

Better yet, get the free phone Glitterati Apr 2013 #16

What is the point of living, then? Fawke Em Apr 2013 #17

According to these DUers Glitterati Apr 2013 #20

There are free phone services you can get online joeglow3 Apr 2013 #31

Name one. Not Skype, it's not free, I tried just yesterday. Occulus Apr 2013 #34

Google is your friend joeglow3 Apr 2013 #50

Please, PLEASE tell me you didn't just refer people to about.com Occulus Apr 2013 #148

Yahoo instant messaging has a way to do video calls, kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #94

And how will he pay for the data overage fees that will result from video calling? Occulus Apr 2013 #153

Skype is free.. haikugal Apr 2013 #336

PC to PC, yes, it is. Occulus Apr 2013 #340

Yes... haikugal Apr 2013 #342

This is true. I looked into that. But it's not the same. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #250

This person should not be forced to have to live like that. But... totodeinhere Apr 2013 #110

Until you have walked in that person's shoes, don't you DARE suggest they do it. n/t duffyduff Apr 2013 #136

Well then what should I suggest that they do? They have to do something. totodeinhere Apr 2013 #139

So...better off dead? demwing Apr 2013 #123

I feel ,like undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #243

Get rid of the pet? Never mind that alone might increase his mortality chances. Oh, wait! Drop dead! idwiyo Apr 2013 #19

Because there are near free services you can get joeglow3 Apr 2013 #33

And now it's "near" free. Occulus Apr 2013 #35

There are both. Spend a tenth the time using google instead of bitching joeglow3 Apr 2013 #51

Read your own damned link. Occulus Apr 2013 #172

How do you know he didnt try already? I can hardly imagine someone in that postion haven't tried idwiyo Apr 2013 #43

Then he can say he tried joeglow3 Apr 2013 #53

+1. My phone is $50/mo. Where does she find $35/mo? nt Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #251

Trusting phone companies with a budget that tight these days doesn't seem terribly safe. (nt) Posteritatis Apr 2013 #61

Huh? joeglow3 Apr 2013 #64

No, I'm implying that relying on phone companies for the net isn't a safe cheaper alternative Posteritatis Apr 2013 #81

So, find a service and do an hour of diligence joeglow3 Apr 2013 #108

I would give up just about anything other than my pets sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #111

Re read what I said joeglow3 Apr 2013 #166

ok sorry... sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #178

No problem. Pets are awesome. joeglow3 Apr 2013 #205

for many of us, our pet(s) = a reason to get out of bed in the morning. magical thyme Apr 2013 #113

I get $718.00 and I agree with your post. jwirr Apr 2013 #14

I get $615.00/mo Worried senior Apr 2013 #101

What's a HUD cube? michigandem58 Apr 2013 #22

probably a tiny, tiny apartment. Sunlei Apr 2013 #38

It's a BOX for the homeless Glitterati Apr 2013 #39

HUD has a program with certain landlords for low income seniors where HUD pays most of the rent. SunSeeker Apr 2013 #201

I think around these parts they call it Section 8. mwooldri Apr 2013 #212

You have to employed to get Sec. 8 housing. Maybe she works? I thought she was on SS.nt Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #253

My friend doesn't work. mwooldri Apr 2013 #338

Are you sure it's "Sec 8"? Maybe it's different by the state. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #345

I get $778- panader0 Apr 2013 #23

your taxes are lowered when you're over 65? you are lucky your house is paid for and you have skills Sunlei Apr 2013 #41

Here in TX our property taxes aren't lowered at 65; I think they're frozen. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #254

Some states have what's called "circuit breaker" property taxes for seniors. MADem Apr 2013 #284

This man worked many years of his life I am willing to bet and worked hard. He is retired southernyankeebelle Apr 2013 #28

Being a devil's advocate here... thesquanderer Apr 2013 #46

I agree about the value of free entertainment Babel_17 Apr 2013 #114

I wonder if she could find part time employment? nt Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #256

having a pet is having a family member RILib Apr 2013 #301

I love pets too thesquanderer Apr 2013 #316

At some point don't you ask yourselves "Who is this guy?" eilen Apr 2013 #29

Thank you, eilen. You have spelled it out. Octafish Apr 2013 #169

under systems like ours, the smaller the difference between parties, the greater they agitate for MisterP Apr 2013 #190

I feel sorry for people like that, really I do. dawg Apr 2013 #32

good lord Cal Carpenter Apr 2013 #40

They won't admit it that bluntly, but ... dawg Apr 2013 #52

Dh and I always say "raise the cap". MissB Apr 2013 #73

Hell, they won't have to cancel the pool service. They'll kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #99

don't cut anything, you're not wastefull. Sunlei Apr 2013 #36

I know you are sincere and are truly trying to help. unapatriciated Apr 2013 #63

Message auto-removed Name removed Apr 2013 #198

I have a friend who does personal assistant work for two single guys... Walk away Apr 2013 #242

SSI for our disabled have different rules for income, than those who are retired. unapatriciated Apr 2013 #248

Reading this makes me angry that we can't cut 2% from our national budget. Zax2me Apr 2013 #37

The whining and moaning of who, exactly? n/t kurtzapril4 Apr 2013 #54

Anyone who suggest there are areas on the budget posted that could be cut... unapatriciated Apr 2013 #47

Great post sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #179

$817/month in unemployment and SNAP (food stamp) benefits, after AT&T 'outsourced' my job to India. ColesCountyDem Apr 2013 #55

Many will eventually fall into this ... they just don't get it yet and have RKP5637 Apr 2013 #56

Gas goes up, electric goes up, insurance goes up.... lib2DaBone Apr 2013 #57

We all have to help out because Exxon needs the tax break Botany Apr 2013 #58

Just withdraw some money from your trust fund, of course. AndyA Apr 2013 #59

+ Congreff Octafish Apr 2013 #334

Compassionate conservatism is an oxymoron, and most conservatives are morons. mountain grammy Apr 2013 #62

Meanwhile, you are expected to be a good little consumer and buy a 38" 3d TV. Spitfire of ATJ Apr 2013 #65

This is why we need pensions for everyone that are independent of the employer. stevenleser Apr 2013 #67

As Obama would probably say to you broadcaster75201 Apr 2013 #68

And a disappointment Glitterati Apr 2013 #87

Ask Alan Simpson what the elderly, veterans and the poor are supposed to cut. sabrina 1 Apr 2013 #70

He will applaud them! Glitterati Apr 2013 #85

That's so far below the poverty level, it's rdiculous DFW Apr 2013 #72

This message was self-deleted by its author Joel thakkar Apr 2013 #74

Excellent advice for the elderly and disabled! MissB Apr 2013 #79

Here's what anyone on SS needs to do Autumn Apr 2013 #95

^^THIS! Glitterati Apr 2013 #102

You've got to be shitting me! OhioChick Apr 2013 #116

They do! Glitterati Apr 2013 #120

I was thinking maybe a little prostitution... Bay Boy Apr 2013 #159

thought you were serious until you headed into dumpster diving and part time job magical thyme Apr 2013 #126

Don't forget Glitterati Apr 2013 #128

Here's what YOU need to do KG Apr 2013 #137

You all are really rude Joel thakkar Apr 2013 #281

Oh, that's RICH! Glitterati Apr 2013 #304

I already said in my previous post and saying it again... Joel thakkar Apr 2013 #308

How about we'll make you work if you're elderly or disabled? Apophis Apr 2013 #143

I was once, in my younger years, quite a connoisseur of dumpster diving, tell me Dragonfli Apr 2013 #234

Ooooh, zing! Glitterati Apr 2013 #236

People that have no idea what poverty is like yet advise and judge poor people Dragonfli Apr 2013 #237

Yes, lots of judgemental people 'round these parts Glitterati Apr 2013 #240

Dragonfli undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #246

I have a film clip for you BeyondGeography Apr 2013 #264

You are absolutely correct! hrmjustin Apr 2013 #82

my 5 cats and that is a lot for me, but they give me great joy CountAllVotes Apr 2013 #119

Very well said! hrmjustin Apr 2013 #124

I think writing actual letters and MAILING them is more effective CountAllVotes Apr 2013 #146

Hugs to you my friend! hrmjustin Apr 2013 #149

You are supposed to cut everything n2doc Apr 2013 #100

Some of the responses on this thread are quite alarming OhioChick Apr 2013 #103

Not to me Glitterati Apr 2013 #107

Sometimes it's hard to believe it's DU. n/t Cleita Apr 2013 #145

Notice ... JoePhilly Apr 2013 #296

Oh yeah, it's such a GRAND conspiracy!!!!!!! Glitterati Apr 2013 #305

yup Liberal_in_LA Apr 2013 #344

Goddammit, everyone in this thread with suggestions Duer 157099 Apr 2013 #112

As my Grandma used to say, you can't get blood from a stone. Autumn Apr 2013 #121

thanks. missing the big picture, focusing on relatively meaningless minutiae. NRaleighLiberal Apr 2013 #127

In the past when I was poor, I did not have internet, a phone, or a cat. Nye Bevan Apr 2013 #125

And how do you know that this person is not using the computer at the library? sabrina 1 Apr 2013 #130

If the point is: Things Could Always Be Worse Duer 157099 Apr 2013 #131

The person is living on SSDI. The amount is a clue so that means he is disabled. Cleita Apr 2013 #134

Fair point. I was young and healthy with no doctors appointments. (nt) Nye Bevan Apr 2013 #152

Cut down on all that walking. Who do ya think you are? Smarmie Doofus Apr 2013 #129

The fact is $710 a month isn't enough to live on. It's probably SSI. duffyduff Apr 2013 #132

I think people are missing the point. lilithsrevenge12 Apr 2013 #156

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Dignity Johnny2X2X Apr 2013 #157

I was told by a freeper that internet and phone are luxuries. So is a pet. appleannie1 Apr 2013 #160

Do not listen to the idiot commenters here whose "solutions" mntleo2 Apr 2013 #165

+1000 Cleita Apr 2013 #175

What a whiner. Octafish Apr 2013 #168

+1 7wo7rees Apr 2013 #176

BTW according to the link, the person quoted would be eligible for food stamps but has not applied. Nye Bevan Apr 2013 #182

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They slashed food stamps to people who get HUD rent aid to about $15 a month. kickysnana Apr 2013 #315

Food Stamps? Milliesmom Apr 2013 #200

Sounds like excellent advice (nt) Nye Bevan Apr 2013 #219

me to MFM008 Apr 2013 #207

I believe Bernie Sanders. James48 Apr 2013 #208

one quibble.. $12 a can for coffee?? SoCalDem Apr 2013 #209

I think she means a BIG can of generic coffee. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #257

Horace it is much worse then that. Rex Apr 2013 #213

The catfood. No sarcasm intended. n/t Catherina Apr 2013 #218

I live on 710 too undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #226

would`t that be 710 a day.... madrchsod Apr 2013 #239

Question: Have you tried to get part time employment, if you're healthy enuf? Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #259

Errrm SSI means you are DISABLED and cannot work for a wage mntleo2 Apr 2013 #267

What makes you think undergroundpanther is on SSI? Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #269

my ss is around 600 a month..... madrchsod Apr 2013 #238

I hate obama for caving in to rich fuckers who undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #245

I hope young people are seeing this and will consider this the next time they buy an iPhone. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #262

My Virgin pay-as-you-go phone plan is $86/year Kolesar Apr 2013 #303

What a deal! I have Tracfone pay as you go. Minutes roll forward. I pay about $200/yr, Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #319

My plan has scant minutes. I use it seldomly Kolesar Apr 2013 #326

re hasslehoff Apr 2013 #276

Most people won't understand this post. delrem Apr 2013 #277

thanks +1000,000 undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #293

Should come to my church markboxer Apr 2013 #279

Seems that the pet represents $50 that could be saved per month. TimberValley Apr 2013 #280

True, so the writer can do with a $50/mth cutback. delrem Apr 2013 #287

+1 kickysnana Apr 2013 #313

"harvest them and serve them up as gourmet bbq hot-meals to the elderly, instead of paying out SS" Kolesar Apr 2013 #314

The point of Horace is to criticize the cuts to the cost of living adjustment to Social Security Kolesar Apr 2013 #312

Slightly off topic, but I don't understand why RAISING THE CAP on Social Security taxes is never.... steve2470 Apr 2013 #318

Be against chained CPI, but don't mislead frazzled Apr 2013 #321

No kidding...eom Kolesar Apr 2013 #346

My phone AND Internet is only $45 a month Tempest Apr 2013 #328

Which company are you going through? musical_soul Apr 2013 #347

Nothing, it would not apply to that person treestar Apr 2013 #335

I'm in your same situation southern_belle Apr 2013 #351

SSI Disability What should I cut out MichelleCollins68 Aug 2014 #358