Additional Resources
Government
(EBSA) is located in the U. S. Department of Labor. EBSA provides consumer information on pension plans and oversees private pensions. Two useful guides for understanding and planning for retirement are What You Should Know about Your Retirement Plan and Taking the Mystery out of Retirement Planning.
provides many informative benefit calculators and booklets. You can also download a form to request a detailed earnings report, which is sometimes necessary to establish eligibility for a pension.
(PBGC), established under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, takes over the payment of pension benefits in cases where certain private company pension plans have gone bankrupt or otherwise ceased operations. offers a quick way to determine if you are owed a pension from a private plan now administered by the PBGC.
(AOA), a part of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, is a source of information and links in the broad area of issues and programs for older Americans.
Nonprofit Organizations
is the nation's only consumer organization dedicated solely to protecting and promoting the retirement security of American workers, retirees, and their families.
is dedicated to education and advocacy that will improve the long-term financial quality of life for women.
provides information about crucial legal issues facing seniors.
Elder Legal Services Offices in New England and Illinois
Other Pension Counseling Projects
If you are outside of both the New England and Illinois areas, please visit the link below to see if there is a similar service available in your area. Currently, 30 states are served by
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