(December 2015) Reflective practice is the ability to reflect on one's actions so as to engage in a process of continuous learning. According to one definition it involves paying critical attention to the practical values and theories which inform everyday actions, by examining practice reflectively and reflexively.
November 19, 2010. Social Security recommends applying for retirement benefits three months before you want them to begin, because processing can take two months or longer. In most cases, you can apply as early as four months in advance. Retirement payments arrive one month after the qualifying month, so you'll receive the deposit for a June start date in July. Social Security approves your application 30 to 60 days before it makes the first payment.
For more information, go to Applying Online for Retirement Benefits. You can also apply: By phone - Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or. In person - Visit your local Social Security Office. (Call first to make an appointment.) If you do not live in the U.S. or one of its territories you can also - Contact the nearest U.S. Social Security office, U.S. Embassy or consulate. Other Questions You May Find Helpful. How far in advance can I apply for Social Security retirement benefits? How do I return to an online application for retirement benefits that I already started but did not finish? How do I check the status of a pending application for benefits?