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For over 80 years, Social Security has changed to meet the needs of our customers. Today, our easy, secure, and convenient-to-use online services allow you to do business with us from the comfort of your preferred location. From requesting a Social Security card to filing for retirement, our online services have got you covered. Check out our infographic, which shows what you can do online:
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Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
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Linda H.
My Granddaughter has recently come to live with me & I understand she is eligible for part of her father’s disability as a minor.
How should I apply to receive it? Does it deduct from her father’s payment?
Vonda
Hi Linda, thanks for using our blog. If you are not the representative payee for your granddaughter and she lives with you, you should call us. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Also, if you are interested in applying to be a representative payee, you should read our publication: A Guide For Representative Payees to understand a representative payees responsibilities. We hope this helps!
CHARLENE O.
Hi do to epidemic ive had to learn how to do so much on line and with my disability and lack of computer has been extremely frustrating. Im wanting to know if I qualify for any other funds due to epidemic im scared to change or do anything that may cause me more problems. I did get supplement check. Due to lack of education its hard for me to understand what im reading. I am wondering why I have to wait till 2022 to apply to full disability or add to my case in regards to spinal deteration from attack in 2016?
Norman K.
Hello..I have been retired since July 2019 and I did sign up of Medicare when I turned 65. I am now 67 as of today and my wife will be retiring soon as well. I was covered under my wife’s health care insurance which will no longer be in effect as of February 1, 2021. Is there something I need to do with Social Security? I know I need to pick up a Medicare Supplemental and plan to do so, however, it is so overwhelming to know the first steps to take, Can you tell me what I need to do first? Thank you!
Vonda
Hi Norman, thanks for using our blog to ask your question. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to sign up for Medicare Part B if you already have Part A.
If you have questions related to Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Advantage Plans or Medicare Part D (Prescription Drug Plans), call 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY 1-877-486-2048) or visit http://www.medicare.gov. You also can request information about how to contact your State Health Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (SHIP). The SHIP offers help with your Medicare questions. We hope this helps.
Tinh N.
My name is Tinh Nguyen, I am a permanent resident of United State. Can I apply the social security card and submit it online?
Vonda
Hi Tinh, thank you for your question. If you’re referring to applying for a replacement Social Security card, you may not need one. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your Social Security number is what is important. Check out our Social Security and Coronavirus web page for details on getting help with your Social Security number. We hope this helps!
Sheila M.
Hi my name is sheila marcia deurloo. I am a victim of domestic violence and receive permanent disability benefits. I have a victims state restitution pending in the state of california and stay in Fresno CA. I am now endangered without a place to live, this has become a tradgic emergency thats losses are detrimentaly irreplaceable. I really need a hand up. Thank you, God bless
Vonda
Hi Sheila. For information on public housing assistance, please visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development website. Thanks.
Christina S.
I applied for SSDI and SSI 9 years ago and was denied SSDI 3 times, but they let me receive SSI due to the fact that they finally realized I was disabled. My conditions were the same for the 7 yrs before. But since I couldn’t work and was legitimately unable to work they awarded me SSI. I had worked since I was 15. My question is Can I apply for SSDI now without risking losing my SSI and ultimately being without income again? I heard this could happen and I don’t know what I would do if I wasn’t receiving any income at all again.
Vonda
Hi Christina, thanks for using our blog. We pay disability benefits through two programs: the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program and the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program. SSI is a needs-based program that provides cash assistance to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources. Also, SSI benefits are payable to people 65 and older without disabilities, who meet the financial limits.
When it comes to qualifying for disability benefits under the Social Security Disability Income, or SSDI program, individuals must have worked long enough–and recently enough–under Social Security to qualify for disability benefits. Generally, you need 40 credits, 20 of which you have to earn within the last 10 years before you become disabled.
If you have specific questions about your situation, you can call us at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.
B. V.
I have been receiving spousal benefits since my husband’s death at age 60. Now that I am 73, should I be collecting my own benefits?
Shirley
I need to make an appointment for my 19 year old granddaughter at the local office, to get her SS card. She has all of her documents I believe. Can I make the appointment on line instead of holding for hours?
Vonda V.
Hi Shirley, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Social Security and Coronavirus web page for details on getting help with your Social Security number. We hope this helps!
Richard P.
Can my SS be increased due to work after retirement?
Vonda V.
Hi Richard, thanks for using our blog. Each year we review the records for all Social Security recipients who work. If your latest year of earnings turns out to be one of your highest years, we refigure your benefit and pay you any increase due. This is an automatic process, and benefits are paid in December of the following year. For example, in December 2020, you should get an increase for your 2019 earnings if those earnings raised your benefit. The increase would be retroactive to January 2020.
Check out our Receiving Benefits While Working web page for additional details.
jose l.
hi i am jose luis campos and retired but still working and paying self employment tax every year . will my check increase?
Vonda
Hi Jose, thanks for using our blog. Each year we review the records for all Social Security recipients who work. If your latest year of earnings turns out to be one of your highest years, we refigure your benefit and pay you any increase due. This is an automatic process, and benefits are paid in December of the following year. For example, in December 2020, you should get an increase for your 2019 earnings if those earnings raised your benefit. The increase would be retroactive to January 2020. We hope this helps!
Belinda B.
I need to file a SSA-8 form can I send this to SS office and what is the address?
Vonda V.
Hi Belinda, thanks for using our blog. To apply for the lump sum death payment, please call us at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.