Social Security

SSA.gov is your best resource to learn about Social Security programs and benefits and conduct business with us. Our website is designed to make it easy to find what you need. Here are our top 10 web pages. ...

Social Security imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States. Scammers use tactics to deceive you into providing sensitive information or money. If you receive a suspicious letter, text, email or call, do not respond.   ...

There's no one-size-fits-all approach to retirement. Perhaps you haven't applied for Social Security retirement benefits because you're still working or are delaying applying so you can get a higher benefit. But if you’re age 70 or older, you should apply now for the benefits you’re owed. At this point, your benefits will not increase if you continue to delay applying for them.  ...

When your child turns 18 years old, they legally become an adult. This is an important time to consider their financial future—especially if they need additional care into adulthood. Here are five things that may help you prepare for this milestone. ...

If you did not apply for Medicare Part B (medical insurance) within three months before or after turning age 65, you have another chance each year during the General Enrollment Period. The period runs from January 1 to March 31 every year.  ...

Social Security benefits and services are vital to people with early-onset Alzheimer’s who are unable to work and may have no other source of income. They can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The Compassionate Allowances program provides faster processing of disability claims for people with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease and several other neurodegenerative disorders.  ...

If you have been paying Social Security taxes, you should get an estimate of what your future benefit may be. Social Security's retirement webpage is a great place to start mapping out your retirement plan with three basic questions. ...

Do you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? If so, you should know that Social Security is required by law to review your case to verify that you still have a disabling condition that prevents you from doing substantial work. ...