Social Security Administration

The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides essential financial support to millions of Americans through retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.

Understanding Your Benefits

Social Security offers several types of benefits including retirement benefits by age, disability insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), survivor benefits, and benefits for children. You can even receive benefits from an ex-spouse or widow/widower benefits. Estimate your future benefits and learn strategies for getting the maximum benefit.

Applying for Benefits

Ready to apply? Follow the step-by-step guide for applying and track your application status online. Understand your full retirement age and how working while receiving benefits affects payments through the earnings limit. If your claim is denied, learn about the appeals process.

Managing Your Account

Create your Social Security online account to access important documents like benefit verification letters. Need to replace your Social Security card or change your name? Most updates can be handled easily. Remember to update your address when you move.

Important Considerations

Understand how taxes affect Social Security income, what the annual COLA adjustment means for your benefits, and how Medicare enrollment connects to Social Security. Protect yourself from fraud and know how to report suspicious activity.