Charis S.M. Hoyte

Joe’s Hill Manor Ltd. Unveils Plans for a New Green Space Joe’s Hill Manor Ltd. and the Social Security Board (SSB), announce the development of a new landscaped green space at the entrance of Joe’s Hill Manor Estate (JHME). The announcement follows a period of notable progress at JHME, highlighted by recent property sales and […]

Director of the Virgin Islands Social Security Board (SSB), Lorie Freeman, has been appointed to the Control Commission of the International Social Security Association (ISSA), following elections at the World Social Security Forum (WSSF). The WSSF, which was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 29 September to 3 October 2025, gathered over 2,000 participants from

On Monday 28 April,2025 the Social Security Board and Ponce Health Sciences University executed the Heads of Terms agreement, outlining the medical school’s occupancy of the Joe’s Hill Manor Estate. In an intimate ceremony, the Social Security Board (SSB) and Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU), executed the heads of terms agreement defining the terms to be

Road Town, Tortola (March 2025) The Virgin Islands Social Security Board (SSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Lorie Freeman as Director. Freeman’s appointment was tabled in the House of Assembly on December 20, 2024, in accordance with Section 7.1 of the Social Security Ordinance, and was confirmed by negative resolution on March

The Secure Your Tomorrow Campaign Continues. Throughout the months of March and April, the campaign implemented a district-to-district approach; hosting a series of community meetings to increase general awareness. Throughout the month of May, an emphasis will be placed on the self-employed sector, the youth and engaging the Hispanic Community. The Social Security Board and

The Virgin Islands Social Security Board is preparing to launch its “Secure Your Tomorrow” Campaign. The extensive PR awareness campaign signals the start of a series of initiatives aimed at increasing registration, enhancing contribution collections, and improving the overall administration of the Social Security Board and NHI. The Awareness Campaign entitled after the organization’s slogan,

Alzheimer’s Though those with Alzheimer’s might forget us, we, as a society, must remember them”.  Alzheimer’s is a type of brain disorder that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. It is a gradually progressive condition. This year the Social Security Board joined with VI Alzheimer’s Association in painting the town purple. “In raising awareness

Effective June 1, 2023, the Social Security Board has begun accepting new applications for the remaining homes at the Joe’s Hill Manor Estate. The SSB has decided to withdraw some of the pre-existing applicant criteria; allowing more persons to benefit from the initiative. After allowing first-time homeowners to have first preference, the organization has widened

Effective Monday 6 February 2023, the Social Security Board will resume accepting applications for the remaining homes at The Joe’s Hill Manor Estate. Interested applicants are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity, as homes will be sold on a ‘first come, first served’ basis, subject to their bank’s approval. To qualify for a home,