Administer a comprehensive array of benefit programs and provide assistance services pertaining to claims to the veterans

Assists veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state and local benefits. Services include assistance in filing for and accessing the following federal benefits: compensation for service connected disability; pension for veterans unable to work; vocational rehabilitation and counseling; payment for education and job training; home loan guaranty; life insurance; "wheelchair homes"; and burial benefits. The benefits for family members of deceased veterans include dependency and indemnity compensation and death pension.

Provides benefits counseling, processes all applications for benefits and assistance programs (e.g., monetary, disability, burial, memorials, monuments, etc.), and assists in obtaining military records. Provides daily van service to transport local veterans to the Lebanon VA hospital. Van leaves the Veterans Office (Chestnut Street side) at 8 am and returns at 12:30 pm. Must call to reserve space.

08/2018: In light of recent events, the PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (PDMVA) might be able to offer a onetime benefit payment (up to a max of $1,600). All honorably discharged veterans should contact their county Veterans Affairs office for qualifications and processing. --------------------- Assists veterans in navigating the system to access the following services: dependency and indemnity compensation, health care enrollment, education benefit, vocational and rehabilitation training, home loan guarantees, life insurance, burial benefits, tax exemptions, emergency assistance, blind and paralyzed pension, specialized veteran’s license plates, markers and headstones.

Assist veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state and local benefits. Services include assistance in filing for and accessing the following federal benefits: compensation for service connected disability; pension for veterans unable to work; vocational rehabilitation and counseling; payment for education and job training; home loan guaranty; life insurance; "wheelchair homes"; and burial benefits. The benefits for family members of deceased veterans include dependency and indemnity compensation and death pension.

Assists veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state and local benefits. Services include assistance in filing for and accessing the following federal benefits: compensation for service connected disability; pension for veterans unable to work; vocational rehabilitation and counseling; payment for education and job training; home loan guaranty; life insurance; "wheelchair homes"; and burial benefits. The benefits for family members of deceased veterans include dependency and indemnity compensation and death pension.

Assist veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state and local benefits. Provides information and assistance in filing for and acquiring the following federal benefits: compensation for service connected disability; pension for veterans unable to work; vocational rehabilitation and counseling; payment for education and job training; home loan guaranty; life insurance; "wheelchair homes"; and burial benefits. The benefits for family members of deceased veterans include dependency and indemnity compensation and death pension.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issues or replaces-Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income SSI-benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers, and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers, and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers, and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets and speakers available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers, and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information Local office for walk-ins or by appointment

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information Local office for walk-in clients and/or meetings by appointment.

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Social Security services include survivors benefits, disability insurance, retirement insurance, hospital and medical insurance, black lung disease benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Additional Services Available: - Additional information and services for business, governments, payees, and third parties - Adult Disability Report - Appeals/Complaints - Apply for Medicare benefits - Check your Social Security application status (Also available online except SSI status) - Dental - Estimate of future benefits - Extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs - Social Security Statements - SSI and SSD information

Comprehensive online service that allows people to check their eligibility for Social Security benefits, apply online, check their application status, appeal decisions, print out verification documents, order social security cards, and much more,

Online services are availalbe at www.socialsecurity.gov. There you can apply for retirement benefits, apply for disability benefits, change your address and phone number, replace your Medicare card, apply for Medicare extra help, and manage your direct deposit.Automated telephone services are availabe at 1-800-772-1213. There you can change your address and phone number, replace your Medicare card, manage your direct deposit and get proof of your benefit amount.

Provides assistance to active and retired railroad workers. Handles retirement and survivor benefits, Medicare enrollment and unemployment and sickness benefits.

Note All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Our secure and convenient online services remain available. Local offices will continue to provide critical services over the phone. A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Note All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Our secure and convenient online services remain available. Local offices will continue to provide critical services over the phone. A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers Medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Note All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Our secure and convenient online services remain available. Local offices will continue to provide critical services over the phone. A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Note All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Our secure and convenient online services remain available. Local offices will continue to provide critical services over the phone. A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Local office for national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers Medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Note All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Our secure and convenient online services remain available. Local offices will continue to provide critical services over the phone. Provides the following services: - Processes and makes determination on all types of applications for Social Security retirement, survivors disability, and Medicare benefits - Processes claims for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits - Informs employers, employees, and self-employed persons of their rights and responsibilities under the Social Security program - Assists beneficiaries with necessary reporting of events which might affect continuing eligibility - Accepts applications for original and duplicate social security numbers - Explains the right to the appeal process to dissatisfied clients - Investigates possible collusion, impersonation, misrepresentation, or fraud in connection with claims under the Social Security Act - Maintains an informational resource file and makes appropriate referrals - Accepts initial applications for Black Lung Benefits - Burial Benefits: $255 if the person who dies has worked enough quarters to qualify for social security benefits in his/her name and there is a surviving spouse or a child who is eligible to receive benefits from deceased person's social security Services available from Social Security Online include: - Replacement copy of benefits statement - Copy of earnings record - How to file a claim for retirement or disability benefits - Apply for, replace or change your name on your Social Security card

Note All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Our secure and convenient online services remain available. Local offices will continue to provide critical services over the phone. Provides the following services: - Processes and makes determination on all types of applications for Social Security retirement, survivors disability, and Medicare benefits - Processes claims for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits - Informs employers, employees, and self-employed persons of their rights and responsibilities under the Social Security program - Assists beneficiaries with necessary reporting of events which might affect continuing eligibility - Accepts applications for original and duplicate social security numbers - Explains the right to the appeal process to dissatisfied clients - Investigates possible collusion, impersonation, misrepresentation, or fraud in connection with claims under the Social Security Act - Maintains an informational resource file and makes appropriate referrals - Accepts initial applications for Black Lung Benefits - Burial Benefits: $255 if the person who dies has worked enough quarters to qualify for social security benefits in his/her name and there is a surviving spouse or a child who is eligible to receive benefits from deceased person's social security Services available from Social Security Online include: - Replacement copy of benefits statement - Copy of earnings record - How to file a claim for retirement or disability benefits - Apply for, replace or change your name on your Social Security card

Note All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Our secure and convenient online services remain available. Local offices will continue to provide critical services over the phone. Provides the following services: - Processes and makes determination on all types of applications for Social Security retirement, survivors disability, and Medicare benefits - Processes claims for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits - Informs employers, employees, and self-employed persons of their rights and responsibilities under the Social Security program - Assists beneficiaries with necessary reporting of events which might affect continuing eligibility - Accepts applications for original and duplicate social security numbers - Explains the right to the appeal process to dissatisfied clients - Investigates possible collusion, impersonation, misrepresentation, or fraud in connection with claims under the Social Security Act - Maintains an informational resource file and makes appropriate referrals - Accepts initial applications for Black Lung Benefits - Burial Benefits: $255 if the person who dies has worked enough quarters to qualify for social security benefits in his/her name and there is a surviving spouse or a child who is eligible to receive benefits from deceased person's social security Services available from Social Security Online include: - Replacement copy of benefits statement - Copy of earnings record - How to file a claim for retirement or disability benefits - Apply for, replace or change your name on your Social Security card

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers Medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Retirement benefits Medicare- health insurance to those over 65 years or disabled SSI- assistance to those over 65, blind, or disabled Disability benefits Survivor benefits Black lung benefits - birth certificate, social security card, physical exam required To report suspected fraud call (800) 269-0271.