****IMPORTANT: Social Security offices are offering more in-person appointments and have resumed in-person services for people without an appointment.
To avoid waiting in line, they strongly encourage people to use the online services at https://www.ssa.gov/onlineservices or call them to schedule
appointments in advance rather than walking in without an appointment.
Hours:
monday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
tuesday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
wednesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
The ssi office is located on commerce drive off of south florida avenue. We are behind the southside post office in south lakeland.
we encourage the public to file online or via ict.
Top Online Services on SSA.gov
You can go online at: https://www.ssa.gov for the following services. You can take care of these things without making an appointment at your local office.
Apply for Benefits
- Apply for Retirement Benefits
- Apply for Disability Benefits
- Apply for Medicare Benefits
- Appeal a Decision
Check Your Account Information
- View Your Latest SS Statement
- Review Your Earnings History
- Estimate Your Retirement Benefits
- Check Your Application Status
Updates To Your Account
- Change Your Address
- Direct Deposit Setup and Changes
- Print Proof of Benefits
- Print Out Your 1099 Form
SSI makes monthly payments to people who have low income and few resources and are:
Age 65 or older;
Blind; or
Disabled.
If you are applying for SSI, you can complete a large part of your application by visiting our website at www.socialsecurity.gov. You also can call us toll-free at 877-604-9387 to ask for an appointment with a Social Security representative.
Parents or guardians usually can apply for blind or disabled children under age 18. In some cases, other third parties can apply for children.
You should bring certain items when you apply. Even if you do not have all of the things listed below, apply anyway. The people in the Social Security office can help you get whatever is needed.
Please bring:
- Your Social Security card or a record of your Social Security number;
- Your birth certificate or other proof of your age;
- Information about the home where you live, such as your mortgage or your lease and landlord's name;
- Payroll slips, bank books, insurance policies, burial fund records and other information about your income and the things you own;
- The names, addresses and telephone numbers of doctors, hospitals and clinics that you have been to, if you are applying for SSI because you are disabled or blind;
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligible noncitizen status; and
- Your checkbook or other papers that show your bank, credit union or savings and loan account number. If you are approved for SSI, you must receive your
payments electronically. Payments may be made via direct deposit, the Direct Express® card program or an Electronic Transfer Account. For more information, visit www.GoDirect.org.
How to apply online?
Visit www.socialsecurity.gov and select 'Apply online for disabilitybenefits.'
Fill out the Disability Benefit Application
Answer the questions on the Adult Disability Report
Mail or take the documents to this Social Security office.
The online forms are available to you seven days a week during the following hours (Eastern time):
Monday-Friday: 5 a.m. until 1 a.m.
Saturday: 5 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. until 11:30 p.m.
Holidays: 5 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Opening Up a MySocialSecurity Account
If you paid in to Social Security or are looking for benefits, you will need to open a 'my Social Security' account. This is an online account directly from the Social Security Administration that lets you keep track of and manage your SSA benefits, and allows you to make changes to your Social Security record.
My Social Security Account
Getting a Social Security Card OR Replacing A Social Security Card OR Correcting A Social Security Card
1. Learn what documents you'll need to get an original, replacement, or corrected Social Security card, whether it's for a child or adult, U.S. citizen or noncitizen.
Documents List.
2. Read the instructions for and fill out an application for a new, replacement, or corrected card.
Social Security Forms
3. Social Security cards aren't processed online. Print your application and find out where to take it in person or mail it.
Missing Social Security Checks or Payments
Contact the agency. The paying agency will provide you instructions on how to file a claim
File the claim with the paying agency. (800) 772-1213.
Supplemental Security Income
Pays benefits based on financial need.
Social Security Disability
Public social insurance programs that replace income lost because of a physical or mental impairment severe enough to prevent a previously employed person from working. Monthly cash benefits are paid to the eligible individual with a disability and his or her eligible dependents throughout the period of disability.
SSI
SSI benefits also are payable to people 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial limits. People who have worked long enough may also be able to receive Social Security disability or retirement benefits as well as SSI.
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I have been trying to get my SSA account unlocked for 6mo or longer now, I am trying to figure out why my SSI has stopped and I also need to change my address. I had an appointment for a month ago, when i went to it i was told there was no appointment made. I made a new one, in person, for this week. I was just told AGAIN, there is no appointment made. I will be standing in this office come monday morning all day until they close their doors just to get someone to talk to me and help me fix my problem.
Can I come in to get a replacement card
I tried to apply online for a replacement SS card. It accepted all my info until the very last, when I tried to add a credit card for more info. The site refused to accept my valid card last 8 numbers.
I have called 3 times in a row, every single time I have gotten through someone answers and the person just hangs up. Very unprofessional.
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I call Today and the help officer was so nice and helpful...thank you
I wanted to know if I can come in for an appointment to get a new social security Card
No way to directly contact anybody in Lakeland. Zero stars
I tried to get a replacement social security card and it told me to call you
Hello me and my girlfriend recently moved here from north carolina.I was getting ssi their And a 612.00 retirement check.we can't make it on 612.any help, we would appreciate.
I need to change bank account and have the info were can I go or send the paper for update..
heyy my name is luke surrett iv beeen waiting a long time for my SSA check to hit and its be two months can yall let me know whats taking so long i was told 15 days march 1 its may can somebody let me know whats gong on
can any one help with my tax return??
I need a placement for my social security card
I need to update my social security card. I just got married 9/4/19. What do I need to do other than fill out the application for updated card and what is the cost?
If receive SSA and start a job do you have to report that to Social Security?
Tried to call, tried to sign up online. Have had no luck.