By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Our Mobile Check-In Express feature makes it easier to check in if you must visit a Social Security office.  To use Mobile Check-In Express, scan the QR code located at your local Social Security office.    This will allow you to check in for: For Mobile Check-In Express to work, you must be at the Social Security office … Continue reading Save your place in line with Mobile Check-In Express

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist When you retire, if you become disabled, or if someone you depend on dies— we are there when you need us.  With your personal and secure my Social Security account, you can access your information, benefits, and important services from just about anywhere.  Having a personal my Social Security account allows you to: If you already receive … Continue reading At home or on the go: Social Security is online

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist People with disabilities play an important role in a diverse and inclusive workforce. We would like to tell you about Amy and her path to financial independence through work. Meet Amy Amy has a developmental disability that affects her speech, learning, and social interactions. When she was ready to find a path to financial independence through work, Amy turned … Continue reading Disability:  Part of the equity equation

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Financial crime against older Americans is a growing problem. People living with dementia are at an especially high risk of becoming victims. That’s why we’re committed to combatting fraud. As their memory and other thinking skills decline, people with dementia may struggle to make financial decisions. They may not remember or report the abuse – or understand … Continue reading Minimizing the risk of financial abuse for people living with dementia

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security strives to deliver great customer service and helpful information to everyone, including people who are more comfortable reading and speaking Spanish. Our Spanish-language website, http://www.segurosocial.gov, provides information about our programs and services. You can learn how to get a Social Security card, plan for retirement, apply for benefits, and much more.   You can also learn … Continue reading Social Security for the Hispanic Community

On October 12, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2024 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs, and the 2024 Medicare Part D income-related monthly adjustment amounts. The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B will be $174.70 for 2024, an increase of $9.80 from $164.90 in 2023. Read the full article here Continue reading 2024 Medicare Parts B Premiums

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist For 88 years, Social Security has provided income protection to millions of retirees, people with disabilities, dependents, and families that lose a wage earner. This year, we will administer more than $1.3 trillion in benefits and payments to more than 70 million beneficiaries. In addition, we issue millions of Social Security numbers each year, maintain wage records, … Continue reading Celebrating 88 Years of Social Security

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist We’re excited to announce the addition of two helpful screening tools on SSA.gov! These tools are the Benefits Screener and the Card Replacement Screener. The Benefit Screener helps you determine your eligibility for benefits and the Card Replacement Screener helps you request a replacement Social Security card. Let’s go over how you can use these tools.  Benefits … Continue reading How SSA.gov helps you

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Questions and Answers Question: I usually get my benefit payment on the third of the month. But what if the third falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday? Will my payment be late? Answer: Just the opposite. Your payment should arrive early. For example, if you usually get your payment on the third of a month, but … Continue reading Social Security Q&A Part 41

By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker.  If you’re among the many people covered under Social Security, you should know what your future benefit may be.  Monthly benefit payments will likely be an important part of your retirement income. We base your benefit payment on how much you earned during … Continue reading Four questions about Social Security that can help you plan your future