Social Security, Disability & Medicare

  • Social Security Retirement Benefits.

    The Social Security Retirement benefit is a monthly check that replaces part of your income when you reduce your hours or stop working altogether. It may not replace all your income so it's best to identify other ways to pay for your monthly expenses as you age.

    Click here to apply for Social Security Retirement Benefits online.

    To apply over the phone:

    Available in most U.S. time zones Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. in English and other languages.

    Click the link below to learn more about the application process on the Social Security Administration’s website.

    Social Security Retirement Benefits Guide

  • Social Security Disability Insurance.

    Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or “Disability” provides monthly payments to people who have a disability that stops or limits their ability to work.

    Individuals may be eligible for Disability if they have:

    • A disability or blindness, and

    • Enough work history.

    Click here to learn more about eligibility guidelines.

    Click here to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance online.

    To apply over the phone:

    Available in most U.S. time zones Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. in English and other languages.

    Click the link below to learn more about the application process on the Social Security Administration’s website.

    Social Security Disability Insurance Guide

  • Medicare Benefits.

    Medicare is our country’s health insurance program for people age 65 or older. You’ll sign up for Medicare Part A and Part B through Social Security, so you can make both retirement and Medicare choices and withhold any premiums from your benefit payments.

    If you’re under age 65, you may be eligible for Medicare if you have permanent kidney failure or if you receive Disability benefits. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) does not qualify you for Medicare on its own. Even if you receive SSI, you must meet one of the other requirements to qualify.

    Click here to apply for Medicare online.

    To apply over the phone:

    Available in most U.S. time zones Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. in English and other languages.

    Tell the representative you want to sign up for Medicare Parts A and B, or Part A only.

    Click the link below to learn more about the process on the Social Security Administration’s website.

    Medicare Application Information