Social Security

Social Security What is Social Security? Social Security is a monthly benefit paid to people who have worked and paid Social Security taxes. Are You Eligible for Social Security? You may be eligible for Social Security benefits if:  You have worked and paid Social Security taxes  You are 65 years old or older  You are between 62 and 65 years old  You have worked at least 10 years What Do You Need to Enroll in Social Security? You need to provide the following information to enroll in Social Security:  Social Security number  Birth certificate (the Social Security Administration (SSA) Web site can help you locate the appropriate contact to obtain a copy of your birth certificate at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/vitalstats.html) Different rules may apply if you are an immigrant, legal, national, or qualified alien. Talk to your case manager to find out whether you are eligible to receive these benefits. How Do You Get a Social Security Number? To get a Social Security number or a replacement card, you will need to complete an application for a Social Security card (Form SS-5) and show documents that prove your age, and U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status. You can get a Social Security application by: Visiting a local Social Security office Calling 1-800-772-1213 Visiting http://www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ss-5.html Contact Information for Social Security Social Security Telephone Numbers: Toll-Free: 1-800-772-1213 TTY: 1-800-325-0778 Between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. EST Monday through Friday Have your Social Security number handy when calling. Social Security Web Site: http://www.socialsecurity.gov/retirement To locate a local Social Security office, visit: http://s3abaca.ssa.gov/pro/fol/fol-home.html State and Local Social Security Resources _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Social Security is a cash benefit program funded by the Federal government.