Resources

If Spanish is your primary language, you can visit www.ssa.gov/espanol,Social Security Administration's Spanish-language website. There, you can find information about how to get a Social Security card, plan for retirement, apply for benefits, manage your benefits, and much more.   ...

The Social Security Administration strives to explain your benefits using easy-to-understand, plain language. This can be particularly challenging when talking about complicated programs like Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, and Medicare. If there’s a technical term or acronym that you don’t know, you can easily find the meaning in our online glossary at ssa.gov/agency/glossary. ...

We take pride in having provided vital benefits and services to this great nation for 85 years. America has a diverse population with a variety of needs. With our diverse population in mind, we’ve created webpages that speak directly to groups of people who may need information about our programs and services. ...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many seniors need help getting essential items like hygiene products. Neighborhood Alliance in Lorain County is making sure they get them. They’re asking the community to pitch in at a donation drive-through drop-off next Saturday at Lorain County Community College in Elyria. Here’s an opportunity for us all to pitch in for the greater good. ...

When choosing a hearing aid, there are many considerations beyond your hearing loss. Your lifestyle, listening needs, vision and dexterity also are factors. Will you be able to see small disposable batteries, insert them properly, clean the small components of the hearing aid? Would a lithium-ion rechargeable product be best? Generally, the more expensive the hearing aid, the more features the hearing aid has to address different types of listening conditions automatically.  ...

If you’re 60 or better, you can build skills, explore new ideas, enhance understanding and enrich life by attending any state college or university, thanks to the Ohio Department of Higher Education’s Lifelong Learning program. (At some locations, students as young as 50 can enroll for free). Satisfy your thirst for learning at one of these colleges or universities nearby. ...

Do you need more polished casual pieces for activities with the grandkids? Did you buy an RV and find you need clothing for camping? Perhaps you feel as though you are too casual when attending luncheons or game night with friends. It's easier to focus on one or two areas of your wardrobe that are lacking alignment with your current lifestyle. ...

For nearly 85 years, our programs have helped provide financial independence. We continue to make it easier for you to access our programs and benefits. Today, applying online is a convenient way to apply for benefits.  ...