It's important to consider your financial situation, family situation, health and more to decide the best move for you.

You can claim Social Security as young as age 62, but you're not actually eligible for the full benefit you've earned based on your work history until you reach your full retirement age (FRA). This is 67 for most workers today, though some older adults have FRAs as young as 66.

The number of people collecting Social Security disability benefits has plateaued after a large drop off last year. Why It Matters Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits are issued to blind, disabled and older Americans with little to no-income or resources.