Social Security Customer Service - AARP
Aug 29, 2025 · The Social Security Administration (SSA) offers customer service online, by phone and at field offices nationwide. You can conduct most routine business, including applying for …
How to Set Up an Online Social Security Account - AARP
Nov 19, 2025 · As the Social Security Administration stops sending paper account statements you should open a My Social Security online account to manage benefits.
How To Get A Verification Letter From Social Security - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · A benefit verification letter spells out your Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income or Medicare coverage. Check out the key steps to obtaining the letter.
Social Security to No Longer Allow Phone Call Verification
Apr 11, 2025 · The Social Security Administration (SSA) says it will no longer allow beneficiaries and those applying for Social Security to confirm their identity over the phone and will instead …
Social Security Plans ‘Significant’ Staff Reductions - AARP
Feb 28, 2025 · The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced plans this week for a “massive” restructuring of its operations that “will include significant workforce reductions” …
Social Security 2025 Holiday Closings Office Schedule - AARP
Dec 1, 2025 · Social Security Administration (SSA) field offices observe 11 annual holiday closures. Many services are available online or by phone those days.
How are Social Security benefits calculated? - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · That’s the foundation the Social Security Administration uses to calculate your benefits, using a three-step process. First, Social Security adjusts your earnings for historical …
How Do Social Security and Medicare Work Together? - AARP
Nov 18, 2025 · They are separate programs, but the Social Security Administration handles enrollment and collects premiums for many Medicare beneficiaries.
How to Get a Replacement SSA-1099 Tax Form - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · An SSA-1099, also known as a Social Security Benefit Statement, details income from Social Security payments. The Social Security Administration mails SSA-1099s every …
How to Change the Name on Your Social Security Card - AARP
Aug 29, 2025 · If you legally change your name because of marriage, divorce or another reason, notify the Social Security Administration (SSA) as soon as possible, so officials can update …