The Social Security Administration’s Public Affairs department keeps working to simplify public access to various programs and benefits. Their website, SSA.gov provides a hassle-free method to submit an application for benefits via the internet.
Interested in applying? Check out the current choices listed below:
Retirement or spouse's benefits
You have to be at least 61 years and 9 months old, and you should want your benefits to begin within no more than four months. You can apply now. www.ssa.gov/retirement .
Disability benefits
You can utilize the online application at www.ssa.gov/disability to apply for disability benefits if you:
- Are at least 18 years old.
- Cannot perform work duties due to a health issue anticipated to persist for at least one year or lead to their demise.
- Have had their disability benefits applications approved within the past 60 days. Should an applicant have received a recent denial, they possess the option to file an appeal online and seek a reassessment of the initial ruling. For further assistance, please proceed with visiting the relevant website. www.ssa.gov/apply/appeal-decision-we-made .
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
SSI offers monthly financial support to individuals of all ages, including children, who suffer from a disability or blindness and possess minimal income and assets. Seniors aged 65 and above, even those not disabled but with restricted earnings and resources, might qualify as well. Certain adults with disabilities meeting specific criteria can apply online. For additional information, please visit. www.ssa.gov/ssi If visiting the site isn’t possible for you, dial 1-800-772-1213 to set up an appointment. (For those who are deaf or have trouble hearing, please use the TTY/TDD line at 1-800-325-0778 instead.)
Medicare
Medicare is a government health insurance program designed for:
- Individuals who are 65 years old or more.
- Newer employees who have been receiving disability benefits for two years.
- Individuals suffering from end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) are exempted from the two-year waiting period.
- If you haven’t started receiving Social Security benefits yet, you ought to apply for Medicare three months prior to your 65th birthday. www.ssa.gov/medicare Consider reviewing your Medicare choices even if you're still employed and have coverage through your employer's group health plan (or your spouse’s employer health plan via their ongoing employment).
Additional assistance with Medicare prescription drug expenses
The Extra Help program assists Medicare recipients with expenses related to prescription drugs, including deductibles and copayments. Individuals enrolled in Medicare who require financial support for medication costs can apply for Extra Help. www.ssa.gov/medicare/part-d-extra-help .
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Kylle’ D. McKinney is an Alabama Social Security Public Affairs Specialist
The article initially appeared in the Montgomery Advertiser. The five advantages you can secure through the Social Security site are as follows:
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