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You May Be Eligible for SSI and Social Security Benefits
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This is Part 1 of our ongoing series about our disability programs. You may be able to get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if you already receive Social Security benefits. About 2.5 million adults and children get SSI and Social Security at the same time. We pay Social Security benefits to workers and their eligible […]
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A Faster and More Convenient Way to Request a Social Security Number and Card
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Do you need an original Social Security number or a replacement Social Security card? We offer a faster and more convenient way for you to start – and possibly finish – the application online. When you visit our Social Security number and card page, we’ll ask you a few questions to determine the best way […]
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Resolve to Protect Yourself From Scams This New Year
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As we welcome in the new year, let’s make protecting ourselves against scams a top priority. Ring in 2025 with some smart resolutions to protect your personal information! Safeguard your social media profiles Take some time to review the privacy settings on your social media platforms and limit the amount of personal information you share […]
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Social Security Announces New Resources for Sickle Cell Warriors
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Are you a sickle cell warrior or do you know someone with sickle cell disease? At Social Security, we’re committed to supporting sickle cell warriors and the people who care for them. An adult or child with sickle cell disease may be eligible for benefits through Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income […]
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5 Social Security Messages for Holiday Gatherings
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‘Tis the season for holiday celebrations. When gathering ‘round Christmas trees or the candles of Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, may you be surrounded by the love of family and friends. As you dine on traditional favorites, we hope you enjoy good food and conversation. If the topic of Social Security comes up during a holiday get-together, […]
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New Resources to Educate School Employees and Survivors
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We’ve released new resources to help prevent people from missing out on benefits they may be eligible to receive. We designed these easy-to-use toolkits to educate professionals and organizations about our programs for children and our benefits for families after the death of a loved one. Our toolkits are in a downloadable PDF format and […]
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ABLE Act – 10 Years of Progress for People With Disabilities
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On December 19, 2024, we mark the tenth anniversary of the Stephen Beck, Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act, which allows eligible people with disabilities to open a savings and investment account. ABLE investment growth is not taxable and is not countable income if the funds are used to pay for qualified disability expenses […]
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Simplified Online SSI Application Now Available as First Step in Larger Effort
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An online application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is now available for some adults, making the application process easier. Following up on an announcement earlier this year, the simplified online application is part of the agency’s overall commitment to improving access to our benefits and programs. SSI provides monthly payments to adults and children with […]
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Appointments Growing (and Lines Shrinking) for Social Security Cards and Other Services
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In recent years, some Social Security offices saw lines getting longer, in some cases lasting hours. In 2024, we started to tackle this, renewing our commitment to better customer experiences. Over the summer, about 50 offices in Georgia and Florida began an effort to help customers make appointments instead of waiting in line. Many customers […]
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Equity in Every Tongue: Social Security’s Long-Term Commitment to Language Access
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Social Security has supported people with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) for decades. The agency’s longtime policy has been to ensure that people have access to services regardless of their ability to communicate in English. In 1992, Social Security issued a report that addressed the gap between the public’s need for more language services and its […]
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