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Historical September 1990 report or notice. Original dates, prices and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
If you plan to apply for Social Security benefits you can speed up the process if you are prepared when you apply. Applications are designed to obtain information about you, your spouse, children, and your work history.
If you are disabled the application also records information about your disabling condition. You will need certain documents to support your claim. Only original copies of documents or copies certified by the issuing agency can be used. Uncertified or notarized photocopies are not acceptable. You will need some or all of the following documents if you are applying for retirement: birth certificate, proof of military service and your W-2 form or self-employment tax return for the most recent year. Marriage and death certificates are needed if you are applying for survivor benefits.
If you are applying for disability benefits you should have names and addresses of doctors, hospitals and clinics that have treated you for your medical condition. Don’t delay applying for benefits because you don’t have all the required evidence. People at Social Security can help you acquire the documents you need.
When possible you should apply 2 months before you want retirement benefits to begin.
This will allow plenty of time to process your claim so that benefits will start on time. You do not have to visit a Social Security office to start your application. You can call a toll-free telephone number to start the process or to set up an appointment with your local Social Security office.
The number is 1-800-234-5772.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, September 1990.
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Original source: SD_Times1990_09.pdf, printed page(s) 7; PDF page(s) 6.
