Maine Sample Letter Applying for Social Security Benefits
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You can get your Social Security Statement (Statement) online by using your personal my Social Security account. Your online Statement gives you secure and convenient access to estimates for retirement, disability, and survivors benefits you and your family may be eligible for.
You can get a benefit verification letter online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. If you don't have an account, you can create one at any time. It's easy, convenient, and secure. To set up your account, visit .ssa.gov/myaccount and select, ?Create an Account.?
You can apply: Online; or. By calling our national toll-free service at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or visiting your local Social Security office. Call ahead to make an appointment.
You can also apply by calling us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from a.m. to p.m local time or visiting your local Social Security Office. (Call first to make an appointment.)
To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to request consideration as a person in critical need for my Social Security disability. I require my claim to be processed as a dire need case because I cannot afford food, medicine, or shelter. I am attaching (list your attachments) to prove my circumstances are critical.
If you still need additional help, you may write to the Office of Public Inquiries and Communications Support. Please include your Social Security number or claim number whenever you write to us.
You can request one online by using your personal my Social Security account, which will allow you to immediately view, print, and save a copy of the letter. You can call us to request one at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from a.m. to p.m. local time.
Average Wait Times for Your Application To Be Approved Type of Social Security BenefitAverage Wait Time for ApprovalRetirement benefitsSix weeksDisability benefitsThree to five monthsSurvivors benefitsTwo to three months
