Social Security

Social Security has been a contract between generations that has provided peace of mind and security for millions of American seniors, disabled workers, and survivors of deceased workers.

Since its creation in 1935, Social Security has lifted millions of seniors out of poverty, and continues to do so today. Close to half of all seniors living in America today would live below the poverty line without Social Security benefits.

However, as the Baby Boomer generation begins to near retirement, Social Security will certainly face challenges and strains. These challenges are not impossible to overcome. In fact, the 2008 Trustee Report on the financial health of Social Security and Medicare predicts that Social Security will have sufficient funding for over thirty years.

I am committed to protecting Social Security for generations to come, and I look forward to working with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to make certain this defined benefit continues.

Need Help with your Social Security? Please contact our District Office at 828-252-1651.

Find answers to your general questions about Social Security

Learn more about the history of Social Security.

Heath Shuler
Washington D.C. Office
422 Cannon House Office Bldg.
Washington, DC, 20515
Phone: (202) 225-6401
Fax: (202) 226-6422
Heath Shuler
Asheville Office
205 College Street , Suite 100
Asheville, NC, 28801
Phone: (828) 252-1651
Fax: (828) 252-8734
Heath Shuler
Murphy Office
75 Peachtree St., Suite 100
Murphy, NC, 28906
Phone: (828) 835-4981
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Sylva Office
125 Bonnie Lane
Sylva, NC, 28779
Phone: (828) 586-1962 x223