Save yourself a trip to Social Security – Use SSA Online!
Before you put yourself through the drudgery of going down to your local Social Security office, check the Social Security website to see if you can take care of your problem without going in.
There are a lot of things you can take care of online.
How to find your local Social Security office
Whether you are applying for benefits or need to get a form, sometimes you just need to find the closest Social Security office.
The Social Security website has a great tool to help you find your local Social Security office.
Just enter your zip code and Social Security will tell you which office is closest to you and serves your area.
This will also give you a map, telephone numbers, and office hours.
What you should know before you apply for Social Security disability benefits
Did you know that Social Security has a fact sheet on “What You Should Know Before You Apply For Social Security Disability Benefits?”
How does Social Security decide if I am disabled?
My doctor says I am disabled. Is that enough to qualify me for disability benefits?
I am getting disability payments from my job or another agency, can I automatically get Social Security disability benefits?
How long does it take to make a decision?
Can I do anything to speed up the process?
How does Social Security make the decision?
If Social Security decides that I am disabled, what type of benefits can I receive?
Can I apply for disability benefits online?
Will my personal information …
Frequently Asked Social Security Questions
The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) has a great FAQ about Social Security disability claims.
Great Sites: Online Social Security Handbook
If you are looking for a clear, simple, and understandable explanation of the ins and outs of the Social Security system, the go-to guide is the Online Social Security Handbook.
This online resource boils down the regulations into plain English and keeps the legalese to a minimum.
Here are some sample topics:
What are the categories of eligibility under SSI (Supplemental Security Income)?
How is disability defined for disabled widow(er)s?
Are Social Security benefits subject to taxes?
When is a …
