Social Security Administration
Address
1100 West High Rise
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235
(800) 722-1213
AKA:
SSA
Description:
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.
Hours:
National Help Line: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
TTY Help Line: Monday to Friday 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Online Services:
(1) Monday to Friday, 4:00 am - 12:00 am
(2) Saturday, 4:00 am - 10:00 pm
(3) Sunday, 7:00 am - 10:30 pm
Intake Process:
(1) Visit the website or call to obtain more information on services
(2) Open an account on the website to apply for benefits online
(3) Use website to check benefits application status, view social security statements, request replacement social security and Medicaid cards, and report changes of address
(4) Use the online locator to find a local office: https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp
Program Fees:
No fees
Eligibility:
(1) United States (US) Citizen or Permanent Resident
(2) Non-US Citizens who are legally permitted to work in the United States
Handicap Accessible?
No
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resources
Social Security Administration - Aurora
Social Security Administration - Bloomingdale
Date of Official Change:
May 16, 2023
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
Address Listings
Mailing (Primary)
1100 West High Rise
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235
Contacts
Phone Numbers
Toll-free National Line
(800) 722-1213
TTY
(800) 325-0778
Legal Status:
Government - Federal
Services
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Description
Medicare is our country's health insurance program for people age 65 or older. Certain people younger than age 65 can qualify for Medicare, too, including those with disabilities and those who have permanent kidney failure. The program helps with the cost of health care, but it does not cover all medical expenses or the cost of most long-term care.
Hours
Online Services: Monday to Friday, 4:00 am - 12:00 am; Saturday, 4:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sunday, 7:00 am - 10:30 pm
Required Documents
For required information/documentation, visit https://www.ssa.gov/hlp/isba/10/isba-checklist.pdf
Eligibility
(1) United States Citizen or Permanent Resident, (2) Individuals who are age 65 or older, (3) Certain people younger than age 65 can qualify for Medicare too, including those with disabilities and those who have permanent kidney failure
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call or visit website to apply or for more information at www.ssa.gov/benefits/medicare/ (2) Bring required documentation
Geography Served
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Serves all areas
Telephone Numbers
Description
The Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability programs provide assistance to people with disabilities.
Hours
Online Services: (1) Monday to Friday, 4:00 am - 12:00 am (2) Saturday, 4:00 am - 10:00 pm (3) Sunday, 7:00 am - 10:30 pm
Required Documents
You may be asked to provide the following documents: (1) Birth certificate or other proof of birth, (2) Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status if you were not born in the United States, (3) U.S. military discharge paper(s) if you had military services before 1968 (4) W-2 forms and/or self-employment tax returns for last year, (5) Medical evidence already in your possession (medical records, doctors' reports, and recent test results), (6) Award letters, pay stubs, settlement agreements, or other proof of any temporary or permanent workers' compensation-type benefits you received
Eligibility
(1) United States Citizen or Permanent Resident (2) Disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Call or visit website for more information on how to apply at www.ssa.gov/benefits/disability/
Geography Served
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Serves all areas
Telephone Numbers
Description
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.
Availability
Wait times for phone calls are typically shorter before 9:00 am and after 3:00 pm; and later in the week.
Hours
Online Services: Monday to Friday, 4:00 am - 12:00 am; Saturday, 4:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sunday, 7:00 am - 10:30 pm
Required Documents
For more information about required documentation, visit www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/ss5doc.htm
Eligibility
(1) United States Citizen or Permanent Resident, (2) Non-US Citizens who are legally permitted to work in the United States
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call Office or Toll-free National Number or visit website for more information at www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/ (2) Documentation will be required to apply for benefits, including identification
Geography Served
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Manages applications and provides ongoing support for those applying for or updating their social security identification card or Social Security benefit programs.
Hours
Online Services: Monday to Friday, 4:00 am - 12:00 am; Saturday, 4:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sunday, 7:00 am - 10:30 pm
Required Documents
(1) Your original birth certificate or other proof of your age. This must be the original document or a certified copy from the issuing agency. (2) Proof of U.S. citizenship if you were not born in the U.S. and have not submitted proof for an earlier Medicare or Social Security claim. We must see the original document(s) or copies certified by the agency that issued them. We cannot accept expired, notarized, or photocopied documents, (3) A copy of your W-2 tax forms and/or self-employment tax return from last year. A photocopy is acceptable, (4) A copy of your U.S. military service papers if you served before 1968. A photocopy is acceptable.
Eligibility
United States Citizen or Permanent Resident
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Before applyying, be prepared to provide the following information: a. Dates of current and previous marriages, and where you were married, b. U.S. military service dates and branches, c. Employer names and dates for the past two years, d. Self-employment income and type of business, e. Bank information to set up your direct deposit, f. Information on family members who may be eligible to receive benefits on your record (2) Call to begin the application process or visit website for more information at www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement/ (3) Bring required documentation
Geography Served
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Serves all areas
Telephone Numbers
Description
Social Security survivors benefits are paid to widows, widowers, and dependents of eligible workers.
Availability
Wait times for phone calls are shorter early in the morning or after 3:00pm, and later in the week.
Hours
Online Services: Monday to Friday, 4:00 am - 12:00 am; Saturday, 4:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sunday, 7:00 am - 10:30 pm
Required Documents
(1) Required documentation varies based on the type of benefit you are applying for, (2) Visit website at www.ssa.gov/benefits/survivors/, (3) View section titled 'Documents You Need to Apply,' (4) Select which benefit you are applying to find out documentation that is required
Eligibility
(1) United States Citizen or Permanent Resident, (2) Widows, widowers, and dependents of eligible workers, (3) Specific eligibility can be found at www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10008.pdf
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) during operating hours or visit website for more information at www.ssa.gov/benefits/survivors/
Geography Served
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Serves all areas
Telephone Numbers
Description
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources.
Hours
Online Services: Monday to Friday, 4:00 am - 12:00 am; Saturday, 4:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sunday, 7:00 am - 10:30 pm
Required Documents
You may be asked to provide the following documents: (1) Birth certificate or other proof of birth, (2) Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status if you were not born in the United States, (3) U.S. military discharge paper(s) if you had military services before 1968, (4) W-2 forms and/or self-employment tax returns for last year, (5) Medical evidence already in your possession (medical records, doctors' reports, and recent test results), (6) Award letters, pay stubs, settlement agreements, or other proof of any temporary or permanent workers' compensation-type benefits you received
Eligibility
(1) United States Citizen or Permanent Resident, (2) Adults and children who have limited income and resources, (3) For more information about eligibility, visit www.ssa.gov/benefits/ssi/
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call or visit website for more information at www.ssa.gov/benefits/ssi/ (2) Application process differs if you an adult with disability, applying online, applying with your local office, a child with disability, or a person who is age 65 or older
Geography Served
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Serves all areas
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