A Guide To Applying For Social Security Benefits - AARP
Apr 11, 2025 · A quick and easy guide for how to apply for Social Security retirement, spousal and disability benefits as well as for Medicare.
Can You Stop Social Security and Restart Benefits Later? - AARP
Dec 22, 2025 · When can I request a withdrawal of benefits? Timing is key. Social Security will let you withdraw your original application for retirement benefits only once, and it must be within 12 months …
How To Apply For Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · To apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, you should contact the Social Security Administration. Read to learn more.
Collecting Social Security at 62 vs 67 vs 70 - AARP
Oct 6, 2025 · Age makes a difference in your Social Security payments. Learn how to get the highest benefit and when to collect Social Security early.
What is a Social Security Protective Filing Date? - AARP
Sep 18, 2024 · Establishing a Social Security protective filing date may entitle you to more money if your benefits application for SSI or SSDI is approved.
How Long Before My Social Security Disability Benefits Start? - AARP
Dec 31, 2025 · In this case, Social Security can pay retroactive benefits for the months between the end of your waiting period and when your claim was approved. In fact, Social Security can pay retroactive …
How To Speed Up Your Disability Claim - AARP
Aug 15, 2025 · Once you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), the two Social Security–administered benefits for people with disabilities, it can take …
How to Set Up an Online Social Security Account - AARP
Nov 19, 2025 · As the Social Security Administration stops sending paper account statements you should open a My Social Security online account to manage benefits.
Social Security Customer Service - AARP
Aug 29, 2025 · Social Security offers most routine services online or by phone, including applying for benefits and filing appeals. Here’s what to know.
How You Can Replace Your Social Security Card - AARP
Aug 26, 2025 · You can replace a lost Social Security card three times a year and 10 times during your life. Here's how to get a replacement Social Security card.