Social Security Administration - Selmer Office

Description:

The Social Security Administration assists people of working age to estimate future Social Security benefits, people who are permanently disabled to obtain disability benefits, those who are retired to receive Social Security retirement benefits and Medicare, and those who have lost a spouse or, in some cases, a parent, to receive survivors benefits. Most services are available online or through the agency's toll-free number.

Hours:

Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Wed 9:00 am - 12:00 noon

Intake Process:

Call to make an appointment or visit the office. Many services are available online and do not require a visit to the local Social Security office.

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

Spanish

Eligibility:

Eligibility depends upon the program selected. In most cases, retirement benefits are available to those age sixty-two to seventy who are fully insured. Workers may retire at age sixty-two and receive a reduced benefit or may wait until age sixty-seven and receive a full benefit. Medicare is generally available for those who are sixty-five or older. Disability benefits may be provided for people at any age who have severe disabilities that are expected to last 12 months or more. Survivors benefits may be provided for widows and widowers at age 50 if disabled or age 60 at any age if she or he takes care of a child of the deceased who is younger than age 16 or disabled, divorced widows and widowers if the marriage to the deceased lasted at least 10 years at age 50 if disabled or age 60 or at any age if she or he takes care of a child of the deceased who is younger than age 16 or disabled, or unmarried children if younger than age 18 (or up to age 19 if they are attending elementary or secondary school full time) or any age and were disabled before age 22 and remain disabled.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Legal Status:

Federal