Social Security Administration (2024 Fall #25) 45. How did the Social Security Administration help people in the 1930 s?

The Social Security Administration (SSA) was established in the 1930s as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal to address the economic hardships caused by the Great Depression. It helped people by providing financial assistance through programs such as:<br /><br />- **Retirement benefits** for elderly workers, ensuring they had income after leaving the workforce.<br />- **Unemployment insurance** to support individuals who lost their jobs.<br />- **Aid to dependent children and disabled individuals**, offering financial relief to vulnerable populations.<br /><br />These measures aimed to provide economic security and reduce poverty during a time of widespread financial instability.