Social Security

Social Security is designed, just as the title says, to provide security. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is one of our most important agencies because it touches the lives of more Americans than any other federal agency.

The Social Security Administration pays and administers retirement, disability, and survivor’s benefits, issues Social Security cards, records taxes and earnings, and so much more. If you are having trouble with a claim, benefit, or if you just need help maneuvering your way through the SSA process, please contact my office and ask for the staffer who handles Social Security issues.

Social Security’s website is a valuable resource for information. At their website, you will be able to:

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get help from your office?

How does Social Security decide if I am disabled?

Why is there a five-month waiting period for Social Security disability benefits?

I have been denied for Social Security disability benefits. What if I disagree?

I was denied disability benefits and am currently waiting for a hearing. How long does the hearing process normally take?

Can your office speed up the disability process? If you are in eviction/foreclosure proceedings, or if you have been served with eviction/foreclosure notices, I may be able to help. The Social Security Administration considers these situations as “dire financial need”, and encourages my office to bring such cases to their attention. While I cannot guarantee whether the SSA will agree to expedite your application, I can assure you that I will inform the agency of your situation.

 

To learn more about Social Security, visit www.socialsecurity.gov.