To pay benefits to people who qualify for retirement (age 62 or older), or disability
benefits; make payments to widows/widowers, and provide survivor benefits for
children. Also pays Supplemental Security Income benefits to the aged, blind, and
disabled. Administers the Medicare Program. Most applications for retirement,
disability, benefit verifications, change of address, retirement estimates, etc. can be
done from the web site and do not require traveling to the local office. If a visit to
the office becomes necessary, appointments can be scheduled. For Social Security
cards, call at the above number, stop by any Social Security office, or download
an application form from the Internet. No charge for services provided by the SSA.
Serves all ages.