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Helpful Facts About Social Security Disability Benefits
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When the unexpected happens and you can no longer work due to a serious medical condition, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can be a lifeline for you and your family. Most American workers contribute to Social Security through federal payroll taxes. If your working years are cut short by a severe and lasting illness […]
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6 Ways To Help Your Loved Ones This Grandparents Day
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Research and experience show grandparents can have a positive impact on their grandchildren. Have you ever wished you could return the favor? Here are 6 ways you can make a difference in the lives of your grandparents and other older relatives. Use your computer skills to help them create a personal my Social Security account […]
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Social Security Updates Recently Announced Identity Proofing Requirements
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) is taking proactive steps to enhance the security of its services by implementing stronger identity verification procedures. The updated measures will further safeguard Social Security records and benefits for millions of Americans against fraudulent activity. In-person identity proofing for people unable to use their personal my Social Security account for […]
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Social Security Provides Update about its Death Record
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We announced yesterday that more than three million deaths are reported to the Social Security Administration each year and explained that our records are highly accurate. Of these millions of death reports received each year, less than one-third of 1 percent are erroneously reported deaths that need to be corrected. Deaths are reported to Social […]
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Are You 65 Or Older and Need Medicare Part B? Sign Up Now Through March 31
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If you’re 65 or older and didn’t sign up for Medicare Part B during the automatic, initial or special enrollment periods, now’s your chance. You can sign up for Part B (medical insurance) during the annual Medicare General Enrollment Period (GEP), which is January 1 through March 31. Your Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) is […]
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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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Important Resources for Veterans and Their Families
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As we approach Veterans Day 2024, we want to remind veterans and their families about programs and services that are tailored to meet their unique needs. Social Security Resources We offer resources to help veterans with disabilities. Our benefits and programs include: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): Veterans who have a Department of Veterans Affairs […]
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Sign up for Medicare Part B Online, by Fax, or by Mail
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Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period is underway through December 7. This is an annual opportunity for people with Medicare to review their coverage and, if needed, make changes to their plans. If you already have Medicare Part A and want to sign up for Part B, you don’t have to wait for open enrollment. (Learn more […]
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Celebrate Social Security’s Many Spanish-Language Resources
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National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year from September 15-October 15. To mark the observance, we want the public to be aware of our many resources for our Spanish-speaking customers. We have many bilingual employees who fluently speak and understand both English and Spanish. While they are critical to serving the needs of a […]
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Celebrate Your Independence With Our Online Applications
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You can do much of your Social Security business on our website. Our online applications make it easy and convenient to apply for benefits from your computer, tablet, or mobile device. You don’t need to make an appointment or visit an office. That’s independence! When you start your application online, you’ll be directed to create […]
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