Description
The United States Social Security Administration is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government that administers Social Security, a social insurance program consisting of retirement, disability, and survivor benefits. To qualify for most of these benefits, most workers pay Social Security taxes on their earnings; the claimant's benefits are based on the wage earner's contributions. Otherwise benefits such as Supplemental Security Income are given based on need.
National 800 Number: 800-772-1213
Western Office: 200 High Street, 2nd Floor, Holyoke, MA 01040, 877-480-4989