The holiday season is here, bringing with it family gatherings and familiar traditions. As you bustle about from place to place, sharing turkey dinners and visiting with loved ones, there’s one errand you can avoid — a visit to the Social Security office. Why take time out of your busy holiday schedule to visit an office when you can conduct most of your business online?
At www.socialsecurity.gov, we have a variety of services available to you, from the comfort of your home. You can apply for disability benefits or appeal a disability decision. You can also file for retirement benefits, spousal benefits, or Medicare-only benefits while enjoying leftover pumpkin pie. Our secure, easy to navigate website is sure to add plenty of comfort and joy to the festivities.
Even if you’re currently receiving benefits, or aren’t quite ready to file, Social Security has services to bring you holiday cheer. With a my Social Security account, those receiving benefits may change their address and direct deposit information, get proof of their benefits, and request replacement of a Medicare card. In addition, if you aren’t currently getting benefits, you can still check your earnings record, get estimates of your future benefits, and view your Social Security Statement. Open your account today at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.
With the New Year just around the corner, it’s never too early to start planning for your future.
Once you’ve conducted your business at www.socialsecurity.gov, you may want to visit www.myRA.gov. myRA is a retirement savings account from the Department of the Treasury designed to help you put aside money for your retirement.
Holidays are fun, and sometimes stressful. Let our online offerings reduce the holiday stress so you can focus on what’s important — your loved ones. When you need services from Social Security, start a new tradition. Go online at www.socialsecurity.gov.
~ Josh Weller, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Denver, CO