Domestic Abuse
The Social Security Administration might be able to help you if you or someone you know is a surivor of domestic violence by providing a new Social Security number. Information is provided on when and how to apply for a new number.
Individual
Social Security Information for Women
This website provides Information about Social Security benefits that women should know as brides, new mothers, divorced spouses, caregiver or widows.
Birth of a Child
When you have a baby, one of the things that should be on your “to do” list is getting a Social Security number for your baby. The easiest time to do this is when you give information for your child’s birth certificate. If you wait to apply for a number at a Social Security office, there may be delays while we verify your child’s birth certificate. This website provides instructions on how to get a Social Security number for your child and information on how to apply for disability and other benefits for your child.
Death in the Family
Social Security should be notified as soon as possible when a person dies. This site provides information about how you can report a death in the family and about possible benefits for family members, including surviving spouse, unmarried children, and parents.
Apply Online for Social Security Benefits
You can apply online for Social retirement or spouse's benefits or disability benefits. You can also check the status of your application, or request an appeal if benefits were denied. This site provides guidance and forms.
Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs
This website provides information and guidance for Medicare beneficiaries about Extra Help with prescription drug plan costs. The Extra Help is estimated to be worth about $4,000 per year. To qualify for the Extra Help, a person must be receiving Medicare, have limited resources and income, and reside in one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia.
Plan for Retirement
This webpage provides information and resources to help individuals prepare for retirement, including guidance on Social Security benefits, estimating future payments, and deciding when to start receiving benefits. It features tools like the Retirement Estimator, application links, and educational materials to support informed retirement planning.
Social Security Statement Overview
This webpage provides information about the Social Security Statement, a tool that allows individuals to review their earnings history and get estimates of future retirement, disability, and survivor benefits. The page provides information on how to access the Statement online through a my Social Security account and offers guidance on understanding the details provided, helping individuals stay informed and plan for the future.
Comparison of Early and Full Social Security Retirement Benefits
This website provides a chart that lists for each birth year the full retirement age and the amount by which the benefit is reduced if taken at age 62 rather than at the full retirement age. The chart also includes examples based on an estimated monthly benefit of $1000 at full retirement age.
Identity Theft and Your Social Security Number
Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America. A dishonest person who has your Social Security number can use it to get other personal information about you. This site provides Information on how to protect your Social Security number, what to do if you think someone is using your number or if an identity thief is creating credit problems for you, and how the Social Security Administration might be able to help you.