As many people know, Social Security benefits aren’t just for seniors. They’re also available for many other groups provided the right conditions are met — or at least this is the idea.

For some adults who spent their childhood in foster care, they may be eligible for benefits. But their eligibility doesn’t mean they have easy access. Some didn’t know about this until late in life, and others have tried for years to get what they’re owed with little success.

The struggles of former foster youth in getting their benefits are laid out here, and there are many other similar stories around the country. While the Social Security Administration (SSA) has said work is being done to help these individuals get access to their benefits, there’s no timeline on the supposed solution.

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