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This section of PALawHelp.org has information and resources about Social Security issues in Pennsylvania.
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Apply Online For Social Security Disability Benefits
Online Application for Social Security Disability Benefits Content Detail
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Apply Online For Social Security Retirement Benefits
Social Security offers this online retirement application that you can complete in as little as 15 minutes. Content Detail
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How Social Security Can Help You Plan for Retirement (Video)
This video from the Social Security Administration provides information on the role that Social Security plays in retirement planning. In addition, knowing the planning tools and other help available from Social Security makes planning so much easier. Read More
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SeniorLAW Helpline - 877 PA SR LAW (1-877-727-7529)
The statewide toll-free SeniorLAW Helpline - 877 PA SR LAW (877-727-7529) - provides free legal advice, information and referrals by telephone for all Pennsylvania seniors 60 and over. Read More
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Social Security Benefit Application - Retirement Benefits and Medicare
Online Retirement/Medicare application from the Social Security Administration Content Detail
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Application for a Social Security Card
From the Social Security Administration: Use this form to apply for (1) An original Social Security card; (2) A replacement Social Security card; or (3) A change of information on your record. [PDF] Content Detail
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Apply For SSI, Survivors Or Family Benefits from the Social Security Administration
This provides links to online applications for SSI, Survivors Or Family Benefits from the Social Security Administration. Content Detail
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Applying and Appealing for Disability at Social Security (Video)
Watch this video to learn about how to apply and appeal for disability at Social Security. This video covers federal laws so the information in it is true no matter what state you live in. Read More
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Social Security Retirement Estimator
The Retirement Estimator produces estimates that are based on your actual Social Security earnings record and has been rated the Federal Government's Best Online Service. Content Detail
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Social Security Retirement Planner
Social Security provides this online tool, analysis and calculator and for those who are planning for retirement. Content Detail
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Benefits For Children With Disabilities
This booklet from the Social Security Administration is written primarily for the parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and adults disabled since childhood. It illustrates the kinds of Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits a child with a disability might be eligible for and explains how SSA evaluates disability claims for children. [PDF] Content Detail
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Benefits For People With Disabilities
Information from the Social Security Administration about programs available to people with disabilities. Information includes how to apply, on-line forms, and a link to the benefit eligibility screening tool. Content Detail
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Disability Benefits
This booklet from the Social Security Administration provides an overview of the various kinds of disability benefits available through the Social Security Administration. This booklet will tell you who may get benefits, how to apply and what you need to know once benefits start. [PDF] Content Detail
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Disability Benefits For Wounded Warriors - Social Security Administration
Information from the Social Security Administration about how military service members can receive expedited processing of disability claims from Social Security. Benefits available through Social Security are different than those from the Department of Veterans Affairs and require a separate application. The expedited process is used for military service members who become disabled while on active military service on or after October 1, 2001, regardless of where the disability occurs. Content Detail
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Benefits Eligibility Screening Tool (B.E.S.T.)
The Social Security Adminisitration's Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool (BEST) is an online tool that you can use to find out if you could be eligible for benefits from any of the programs Social Security administers. This tool will give you eligibility information based on answers you give on the online form. Content Detail