user: I need help with planning my Social Security survivor benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need information about planning for your future Social Security survivor benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What would my widower receive in benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: In the event of your passing, your widower would start receiving reduced benefits at age 60 or full benefits if they are at retirement age or older.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I want to make sure that my family is financially taken care of after my passing. How do Social Security survivor benefits work?[NEWLINE]agent: Your Social Security can help ensure that your family is taken care of if you have earned enough credits through working.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What about my children? What would they receive?[NEWLINE]agent: Your children who are under 18 or age 19 if still attending school full time can receive Social Security benefits if they are unmarried.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need more information about this?


user: How do I apply for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: I can help you with that. First off, you should apply for benefits as soon as you become disabled.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you interested in applying now?[NEWLINE]user: No, I don't think I am ready.[NEWLINE]agent: Ok, no problem. Are you deaf or hard of hearing?[NEWLINE]user: Oh, no. I am not.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have access to a telephone?[NEWLINE]user: I do.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do you have any documents or publications that I can read?[NEWLINE]agent: We do, what are you interested in? Applying online for disability benefits? We also have documents on disability benefits and a starter kit.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I am wondering about if I don't have enough work credits to be eligible for disability. What should I do?


user: What documents do I need to get a corrected Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: Citizenship is one option.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you established yourself as American citizen with us?[NEWLINE]user: No, I don't think that I have.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I use my US passport as proof of both being a citizen and my identity?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes you can.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Ok, I see what you mean by citizenship. A passport proves that?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, it does.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need to change your name on your Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]user: Not right now, but I might in the future. I am getting married next year.[NEWLINE]user: If I had changed my name what document would I need?[NEWLINE]agent: Any unexpired identity document in your new name, as long as we can find in our records your previous identity.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is a passport ok?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes it is.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if my documentation in my old name has expired?


user: I need a corrected ss card for an adult[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need to egally change your name because of marriage, divorce, court order or any other reason[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: are you working?[NEWLINE]user: N/A[NEWLINE]agent: Has your name changed?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: If you do not tell us when your name changes it could  Prevent your wages from being posted correctly to your Social Security record[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What documents do I need as proof of identity?[NEWLINE]agent: U.S. driver 's license or State - issued non - driver identification card[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: will this cuase a delay when I file taxes?[NEWLINE]agent: it may which may lower the amount of your future Social Security benefits  and Cause delays when you file your taxes[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: will my new card have the same number as my old card?[NEWLINE]agent: Your new card will have the same number as your previous card  and will show your new name[NEWLINE]user: what documents do I need?


user: I need help with the retirement benefits planner[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need help with the online calculator WEP version?[NEWLINE]user: yes I do[NEWLINE]agent: The calculator allows you to estimate your Social Security benefit[NEWLINE]agent: Will you be working on something that needs more accurate estimates?[NEWLINE]user: no, just something to get an idea of what to expect[NEWLINE]user: whats with the retirement age being different?[NEWLINE]agent: If you qualify for benefits as a Survivor your full retirement age for survivors benefits may be different.[NEWLINE]user: Why does it do that thing when I enter my birhtday? it doesn't seem right[NEWLINE]agent: If your birthday falls on January 1st  we will figure your benefits as if your birthday was in the previous year.[NEWLINE]user: someone helped me before and we got different numbers, is that normal or were we using some other calculator?


user: Will I need specific documents to get a card?[NEWLINE]agent: You will need proof of citizenship.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a U.S. passport?[NEWLINE]user: No, no passport.[NEWLINE]user: Are there any other documents I can use?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, there are several other acceptable documents.[NEWLINE]user: Can I use a Certificate of Naturalization to prove citizenship?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, that is one of the accepted documents.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship?[NEWLINE]user: We lived outside the U.S., what do I need to prove my child's citizenship?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use a passport or school records.[NEWLINE]user: Can I use my child's school records to prove my citizenship?


user: What kind of documents are required to get a card?[NEWLINE]agent: You need an original proof of citizenship.[NEWLINE]agent: If it's for a child, you need a State issued birth certificate recorded before the child was 5.[NEWLINE]user: What if her birth certificate wasn't issued when she was born?[NEWLINE]agent: Does your child have a passport?[NEWLINE]user: No, she doesn't have a passport.[NEWLINE]user: What if I can't get a hold of the documents?[NEWLINE]agent: There are other documents we can consider, such as an employee ID card if it has your name, age, and is not expired.[NEWLINE]user: What can I use for a child without a passport?[NEWLINE]agent: You can submit an adoption decree or state issued ID card.[NEWLINE]user: My older child used to live in another country, how can I get him ma Social Security card?[NEWLINE]agent: Submit his passport or school records as proof he was never issued a SSN.[NEWLINE]user: Will you need proof of my identity?


user: I need help with replacement card for a noncitizen adult.[NEWLINE]agent: You can replace your Social Security card for free if it is lost or stolen; but you may also not need to replace your Social Security card.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you not have permission to work but need a Social Security number for other purposes?[NEWLINE]user: No I do not need the Social Security number for other purposes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do I need to have by Form I-20 with employment page completed and signed?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes you need to have your Form I-20 with employment page completed and signed by your designated school official.[NEWLINE]user: What if I need a number to meet my state or local requirements?[NEWLINE]agent: You will need to bring us a letter from the government agency and it must be on letterhead stationery but not on form letters or cannot be photocopied.[NEWLINE]user: What do I need to do if I am an F-1 or M-1 student?[NEWLINE]agent: You must show us your I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status.[NEWLINE]user: What happens if I am a J-1 student, student intern or international visitor?


user: I need a replacement card for a foreign born Us adult[NEWLINE]agent: You can replace your Social Security card for free if it is lost or stolen[NEWLINE]agent: Ok great! Do you have to be of a certain age to apply?[NEWLINE]user:  If you are age 18 or older with a U.S. mailing address and have amySocial Securityaccount[NEWLINE]agent:  For more information about creating my Social Security account and getting a replacement card online[NEWLINE]user: Ok awesome! thank you[NEWLINE]user: IS there a limit of replacement cards  i can get a year?[NEWLINE]agent: You are limited to three 3 replacement cards in a year and 10 during your lifetime[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok thank you. What documents do I need?[NEWLINE]agent: Oh yes there are. let me get those for you. If you have not already established your U.S. citizenship with us,  we need to see proof of U.S. citizenship. We can accept only certain documents as proof of U.S. citizenship.  These include :    U.S. passport ;    Certificate of Naturalization N-550/N-570 ;    Certificate of Citizenship N-560/N-561 ;    Certificate of Report of Birth DS-1350 ;   Consular Report of Birth Abroad FS-240, CRBA.[NEWLINE]user: ok and if I have not established citizenship?[NEWLINE]agent:  If you have not already established your U.S. citizenship with us,we need to see proof of U.S. citizenship.s   We can accept only certain documents as proof of U.S. citizenship.s    These include :s U.S. passport ; Certificate of Naturalization N-550/N-570 ; Certificate of Citizenship N-560/N-56 Certificate of Report of Birth DS-1350 ;   Consular Report of Birth Abroad FS-240, CRBA.[NEWLINE]user: What are the different ones that are accepted?


user: Please tell me the documents needed to get a Social Security card for a foreign-born adopted child.[NEWLINE]agent: You need to prove your child's citizenship.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have your child's birth certificate?[NEWLINE]user: I have it.[NEWLINE]user: what documents can I use as proof of his citizenship?[NEWLINE]agent: You could use documents like his U.S. passport, Certificate of Naturalization (N-550/N-570) or Certificate of Citizenship (N-560/N-561).[NEWLINE]user: And for me, do I need to show proof of identity, and what if I can't get a required document?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you also must prove your identity. If you can't get any of the required documents you'll get asked for another suitable document, like your employee identification card.[NEWLINE]user: Can I use an expired document?[NEWLINE]agent: not, it must be current and show all the necessary identifying information, including a recent photograph.[NEWLINE]user: Now, what if my son lived outside the US for a long time?.


user: hello, hope you are well. How do I get an original card for a foreign Born Us citizen?[NEWLINE]agent: Hello! I hope you are well too. I will be glad to help you with that. one moment please while I check...You must present original documents or copies certified by the agency that issued them.[NEWLINE]agent: DOes this apply to you or a member of you r family?[NEWLINE]user: yes it does.[NEWLINE]agent:  If you want to claim your child for tax purposes while the adoption is still pending  contact the Internal Revenue Service for Form W-7A, Application for Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending[NEWLINE]user: Where can I get more information?[NEWLINE]agent: For more information, see Social Security Numbers For Children (Publication No.   [16] 05-10023)[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will a us passport work?[NEWLINE]agent: We may accept the following as evidence of U.S. citizenship :    Certificate of Citizenship N-560/N-561 ;    Certificate of Naturalization N-550/N-570 ;      Machine Readable Immigrant Visa MRIV showing a category code of IR3 or IH3 ; [26] or   U.S. passport.[NEWLINE]agent: you must get present the birthcertificate within 10 days or get one[NEWLINE]user: if not then what?


user: Hello. I understand I need original documents, but which ones?[NEWLINE]agent: Hello. Thank you for asking. I will be glad to assist you with that We can accept only certain documents as proof of U.S. citizenship.   These include a U.S. birth certificate or a U.S. passport.] AgeYou must present your birth certificate[NEWLINE]agent: Does a birth certificate exist?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: Great! Then we ca accept that[NEWLINE]user: What if a social security family was never assigned?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure! I will be glad to assist you. Here are examples of documents you can use to prove a Social Security number was never assigned  Sure! I will be glad to assist you.  If you lived outside the United States for an extended period,  a current or previous passport,s school and/or employment records[NEWLINE]user: What will you use these documents for?[NEWLINE]agent: We may use one document for two purposes  For example, we may use your U.S. passport as proof of both citizenship and identity[NEWLINE]user: What if a birth certificate does not exist?[NEWLINE]agent: If a birth certificate does not exist  we may be able to accept your :s  Religious record made before the age of 5 showing your date of birth ;s   U.S. hospital record of your birth[NEWLINE]user: Do you need any other information?[NEWLINE]agent:  we may ask you for information about the schools you attended or we may ask you to provide copies of tax records that would show you were never assigned a Social Security number[NEWLINE]user: What if the person is 12 years old?


user: It's my first time trying to get a social security card. I'm a noncitizen adult.[NEWLINE]agent: You need to prove your immigration status.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know how to do it?[NEWLINE]user: Yes please, tell me.[NEWLINE]agent: You have to provide us with your current U.S. immigration document. The forms I-551 Lawful Permanent Resident Card, Machine Readable Immigrant Visa with your unexpired foreign passport and  I-766 Employment Authorization Document, EAD, work permit are good to show.[NEWLINE]user: And to prove my age if I can't find my birth certificate?[NEWLINE]agent: We could ask you for another suitable document, like your passport or a document issued by DHS as evidence of your age.[NEWLINE]user: And how can I prove that I lived outside the US?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use your current or previous passport or show us your school records or work records from the country you used to live.[NEWLINE]user: what if I don't have permission to work but need the social security number to apply for government benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You can actually apply for a social security number if you are required to provide your social security number by a state or local law to get general assistance benefits.[NEWLINE]user: What would happen if I use a non-work social security number for work?[NEWLINE]agent: You shouldn't do it but if you do it we would inform the DHS.[NEWLINE]user: Is there another document that I can use to prove my immigration status?


user: Good morning. I'm parent of a foreign born U.S citizen child and need to get her a SSN card, could you tell me about it?[NEWLINE]agent: No problem. To do that, you'll need to prove first the child's citizenship, so you'll have to present some documents, such as certification of report of birth, consular report of birth abroad or U.S passport.[NEWLINE]agent: I assume you don't have any of these documents?[NEWLINE]user: No, i don't, no.[NEWLINE]user: Oh, hey, i was wondering if it is possible to present other documents as proof?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure. In that case, just certain documents are accepted, and these should have child's name, date of birth or age, and a recent photograph, to be acceptable.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So, those would be helpful to get that SSN card, isn't?[NEWLINE]agent: That's correct. Be aware though that any document you present must be originals or copies certified by the agency that issued them. Of course, must be unexpired too.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Ok, ok, i get it. But, just to be sure, what about if  i don't have any of these document at hand?[NEWLINE]agent: You have an option, too. We'll ask you other documents, and as said before, these documents must be unexpired and include key information about you, plus a recent photograph.[NEWLINE]user: I don't want to be pesky about this, but, what if i really don't have a document like that at hand?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, that would be a real extraordinary scenario. Still, we can accept in any case a state issued non driver identification card or even, if that's the case, an adoption decree.[NEWLINE]user: But, if i only had the child's certification of report of birth, that could work, right?


user: tell me more about my Social Security benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Are you retired?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: Are you disabled?[NEWLINE]user: yes I am[NEWLINE]agent: Did you want to know how Social Security can provide your family with benefits when you die?[NEWLINE]user: that could help[NEWLINE]agent: Social Security can provide your spouse and other eligible members of your family with benefits when you die.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: is there a way to look at what more or less we can get from these benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use one of our benefit calculators to estimate your future retirement, disability, and survivors benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can you help me with what benefits we can get?


user: Could you please give me some information about survivors' benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: We do have a survivors planner that you can use to see what best suits your particular situation.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What can I do if I do not have enough Social Security credits to qualify for benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use one of our benefit calculators to estimate your future retirement, disability, and survivors benefits if you want an estimate.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If I have never worked, can I still qualify for spousal benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You may still qualify for benefits if you are the spouse or divorced spouse of a retired worker even if you have never worked.[NEWLINE]user: Am I eligible for benefits based on my ex-spouse?[NEWLINE]agent: Even if you never worked under Social Security, you may still qualify for benefits if you are the spouse or divorced spouse of a retired worker.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What about my benefits at the time of my passing?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use our Survivors Planner to learn how your family members will be protected if you die.[NEWLINE]user: Do all workers with children have survivors' benefits?


user: Can you help me out with the benefits planner for retirement?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need to learn about the government pension offset or GPO?[NEWLINE]user: No, that is not what I need to know.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Do you need info to calculate your benefits if they are affected by the GPO?[NEWLINE]user: No, I do not need info to calculate benefits affected by GPO.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Would you need to know if you will be eligible for spouses benefits and have access to your spouse's estimate?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I need to know if I would be eligible for spouses benefits and have access to estimate.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you know how to find the estimate amount of the retirement benefit your spouse would be eligible to receive at full retirement age?[NEWLINE]user: No, I do not know how to find the estimated amount.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you know you would have to divide the amount in half and round down to the nearest dollar?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I know what I need to do math wise.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Then your estimated monthly amount of your Social Security benefit as a spouse, widow, or widower before the effect of GPO would be what you need to know.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there something I could read about requirements for an exemption?


user: Could you help me with the Retirement Benefits Planner?[NEWLINE]agent: Would you like to know about Government Pension Offset pertaining to retirement?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I would like to learn about GPO.[NEWLINE]agent: Will you receive a pension for work not covered by Social Security such as government employment?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I will receive a pension for work not covered by Social Security.[NEWLINE]agent: Then any Social Security you would receive on your spouse's record may be reduced.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Could I get access to my spouse's estimates of benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Did you find the amount of the retirement benefit your spouse would be eligible to receive at full retirement age?[NEWLINE]user: No, I did not find that amount yet.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you know that you need to divide the amount your spouse gets in half and round down to the nearest dollar?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I am aware of the calculations I have to do.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Then you should be able to find the amount of estimated monthly Social Security benefit you would receive as a spouse.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are any individuals exempt from the offset?


user: What age should I start my benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure I can help you with that information[NEWLINE]user: The answer is that there is no one " best age " for everyone and, ultimately, it is your choice[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: DoI need to sign up for medicare?[NEWLINE]agent: Please read the general and special enrollment period information on page 12 of our Medicare booklet to find out what may happen if you delay[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if my parents didnt grow up in the 1980's, should I still apply?[NEWLINE]agent:  you may choose to start receiving retirement benefits earlie[NEWLINE]user: Is there a best age to get benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: The answer is that there is no one " best age " for everyone and, ultimately, it is your choice[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do I need to apply for medicare? If so why?


user: Could you please help me? I need to find out how to get an replacement card for a non citizen child that I have in my care.[NEWLINE]agent: You can replace your child's Social Security card free if it is lost or stolen. You are limited to three replacement cards in a year and 10 in a lifetime. Legal name changes and other exception do not count toward these limits.[NEWLINE]agent: For what purpose does your child need a Social Security number, is he/she permitted to work?[NEWLINE]user: My child does not have permission to work.[NEWLINE]user: What other exceptions don't count towards the limit to the number of replacement cards that can be issued?[NEWLINE]agent: Changes such as immigration status that require card updates may not count toward the limit.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: When I apply for the replacement card what documents do I need and do they have to be original documents?[NEWLINE]agent: You will have to provide us your Form I-20 with the employment page completed and signed by your designated school official.[NEWLINE]user: What is my child is a J-1 or J-2 exchange visitor?[NEWLINE]agent: This you can see on your child's DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status.[NEWLINE]user: What other document can be submitted to obtain a replacement card?


user: Hello I need information about What happens after I apply for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Once we receive your request, we will review it. After the review, we will contact you if we need more information or if we need to see your documents.[NEWLINE]user: and after the review?[NEWLINE]agent: We will contact you if we need more information or if we need to see your documents.[NEWLINE]user: Is it possible that I may receive benefits on someone else's record?[NEWLINE]agent: We will gladly let you know this after reviewing[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where can i get more information?[NEWLINE]agent: You can call us by phone: Call 1-800-772-1213. TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 from 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday. we will gladly assist you[NEWLINE]user: and are there other ways to apply for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: of course[NEWLINE]agent: you don't live in the usa?[NEWLINE]user: yes, I am not a US resident


user: For what reasons does Social Security provide people with benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a wife and children?[NEWLINE]user: I do.[NEWLINE]agent: Social Security can provide you, your spouse, and other eligible members of your family with benefits when you retire and on other occasions.[NEWLINE]user: I am preparing for retirement.  Can you tell me what I would need to know beforehand?[NEWLINE]agent: I can, but are you in any way disabled?[NEWLINE]user: I am not.  I am simply preparing to retire from the workforce.[NEWLINE]agent: Ok, if you are not disabled and are not retiring right now, we do not need to do any processing at this moment.[NEWLINE]user: Are there any tools that I could use to prepare for coming out of the workforce?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use our planners to help you to better understand your Social Security protection as you plan for your financial future.  Then you can choose a benefit calculator to get estimates of benefits you and your family may be eligible for.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens to those who survive me if I am dependent on Social Security as my income?


user: What will the benefits planner used for?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to get Social Security benefits for you, your spouse, or your family.[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I would like to apply.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you know you can get Social Security benefits when you retire?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I know this.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you disabled?[NEWLINE]user: No, I am not.[NEWLINE]agent: Then you wouldn't be able to get Social Security disability for you, your spouse, or eligible family.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there any online tools available for me estimate calculations?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, we have a few benefits calculators online to help you plan.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: When should I apply for benefits?


user: What kind of retirement benefits do I need?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you retired?[NEWLINE]user: No I am not yet retired.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Can you apply online?[NEWLINE]user: Yes I can[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Who can apply for benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You can apply online for retirement benefits or benefits as a spouse if you are at least 61 years and 8 months old[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I am having an issue with it[NEWLINE]agent:  you can find additional information in our [ More Info ] links[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I have not applied for retiremtn can I still apply?[NEWLINE]agent: You can apply online for retirement benefits or benefits as a spouse if you[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: You 'll get a receipt for your online application


user: Will my children get benefits as well?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you or a spouse on disability?[NEWLINE]user: yes we both are.[NEWLINE]agent: ok no problem. Thanks for the response your children may also qualify to receive benefits on your record[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How old do they need to be? My spouse that is[NEWLINE]agent: your ex - spouse must be at least 62 years old[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there any books or pages i can read about this?[NEWLINE]agent: please refer to  Disability Benefits article[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok thanks[NEWLINE]agent:  the child must be unmarried[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: are there any publication abpout this?


user: Will I be eligible for spouse's benefits and have access to my spouse's benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to find the estimated amount of the retirement benefit you spouse would get at full retirement?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, that is what I would like to know.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Then the  estimated monthly amount of you Social Security amount as a spouse, widow, or widower before the effect of GPO is what you need to look at.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I will be eligible for widow's benefits or I do not have access to my spouse's estimates?[NEWLINE]agent: You could call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 or if you are hard of hearing at 1-800-325-0778 or just contact your local Social Security office.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens if I retire before full retirement age?[NEWLINE]agent: Your benefit amount as a spouse would be reduced and would vary based on your birth date.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need to find out more info about estimated benefit amount if you retire before reaching full retirement age?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I need to find out more info about my estimated benefit amount if I retire before full retirement age.[NEWLINE]agent: Call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 or at 1-800-325-0778 if hard of hearing or your local office.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I am eligible for Social Security retirement benefit based on my own earnings?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you know it will affect you as a higher benefit based on your spouses earnings?


user: I'm applying for retirement benefits and want to know how much my wife would get.[NEWLINE]agent: I can help you figure this out. Are you looking for the estimated amount that she would receive at full retirement age?[NEWLINE]user: No, she already receives her own benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Okay. Would you like me to help you calculate her benefit?[NEWLINE]user: No, I just found out how to do it online. Just divide the amount and round down to the nearest dollar.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Be advised that this amount would be different if you are affected by the GPO.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Okay. How can I find more information about my benefit amount if I choose to retire before full retirement age?[NEWLINE]agent: You can always call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 or contact your local Social Security office for more information.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will they be able to help me calculate my own benefits?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Absolutely. If you do not have access to your spouse's estimate or records, just call our toll free number for help.[NEWLINE]user: Yes. I do not have access to her records and will be needing help.


user: Hi, how you doing. Look, i'm looking for information about what original documents do i need related to replacing a SSN card for a child, please?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, no problem. The documents you need will serve to prove child's U.S citizenship. There is only certain documents that we can accept in that regard.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you already established the child's U.S citizenship with us?[NEWLINE]user: No, i hadn't do that.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: That got me thinking. Please, that card can be replaced, isn't?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, sure. The child's SSN card can be replaced free of charge in case is lost or stolen. you should know that you have a limit for that operation, up to 3 times in a year and up to 10 times during your lifetime.[NEWLINE]user: Oh, i didn't knew that. Look, can i present copies of the documents?[NEWLINE]agent: That's not possible, sorry. Those documents you should present, must be original or if they are copies, must be certified by that agency that issued them. We won't accept notarized copies, either. Of course, these documents mus be current and not expired.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Uh, mus take that into account. And, in any case, i could present other documents to you?[NEWLINE]agent: It is possible, yes. Any document presented must show your name, date of birth or age, and a recent photograph. This document could be, for example, a employee identification card.[NEWLINE]user: Oh, oh, another question please. Could you tell me with what purposes you use a document?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, that would depend on the document presented, but for example we could use your U.S passport as proof of both citizenship and identity.[NEWLINE]user: Ok. um, lets say i don't have a document available to present, do i have any options regarding that?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you have an option. We may accept some other document, such as a state issued non driver identification card or, in case your child is adopted, a adoption decree.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: All right. Please, you told me before that i was limited in times i could replce the SSN card, didn't you?


user: Hello, I wwas wondering where I begin?[NEWLINE]agent: Hope all is well. Are you at retirement age?[NEWLINE]user: Yes I am[NEWLINE]agent: Are you retired?[NEWLINE]user: no i am not[NEWLINE]user: Is there a best age to start?[NEWLINE]agent: The answer is that there is no one " best age " for everyone and, ultimately, it is your choice[NEWLINE]user: If I expect to live long will i get more?[NEWLINE]agent:  you may want to delay starting your benefits until full retirement age or later[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do I need to pay for medicare?[NEWLINE]agent: we base the survivors benefit on that amount[NEWLINE]user: What if my benefits are reduced?[NEWLINE]agent: Were they reduced?[NEWLINE]user: What if i get early retirement


user: Hey there. Please, i,ve been searching info about retirement and want to know about estimates.[NEWLINE]agent: No problem. Would you like to know about the retirement estimator?[NEWLINE]user: No, i already heard how that works.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: All right. Would you like to know If you can use the retirement estimator, then?[NEWLINE]user: No, neither that, i saw a video the other day about it.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Understood. Well, Do you need assistance with something on the online application?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, that's it. I'm having certain doubts there.[NEWLINE]agent: Perfect. Are you having security issues?[NEWLINE]user: Yeah, i having some problems with that. You'll see, after some time in a page, a pop up appears asking me if i want to extend my time there, what could be that?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: You know what?. I think i could use that information about the use of the estimator. Could you talk to me about that?


user: Hi there. I would like to get some information related on disability benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, no problem, we are here to help you to learn about your benefits, and any other doubt you may have.[NEWLINE]agent: have you already received any social security benefit before?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have already receive some of this benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Great. So we can just give you information as well as help you to manage your benefits online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: This can be done from home?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can. Through the online process from any computer.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Great. To do this, do I have to give any more documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, we can ask you for some few documents, such as your birth certificate. Do you have one with you?[NEWLINE]user: Not right now. I'll have to ask for one.[NEWLINE]agent: You will need it for sure, if you don't have it, then we can proceed.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: This service is only offered in english?


user: I would like to have information on social disability benefits management[NEWLINE]agent: must know disability benefits[NEWLINE]user: ok but how do I manage them if I already receive Social Security disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You can get information and services to manage your benefits online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I understand and what other forms can I apply?[NEWLINE]agent: you can apply various methods over the phone or in person[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok and what documents should i provide?[NEWLINE]agent: We may ask you to provide documents to prove that you are eligible for the field indicated on your application.[NEWLINE]user: and what are those fields?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want a birth certificate or other proof of birth?[NEWLINE]user: not


user: Can you help me with the family benefits planner?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you receive disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I receive disability benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Certain family members may qualify for benefits on your record such as your spouse.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How long does my ex-spouse have to married to me to receive benefits under my record?[NEWLINE]agent: Your ex-spouse will receive benefits if you were married at least 10 years and has to be 62 years old.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Who directly receives family benefits from my record?[NEWLINE]agent: Certain family members like your spouse will receive benefits from your record.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will my spouse receive retirement benefits under my record even if they recieve them under their own record?[NEWLINE]agent: We will always pay your spouses benefits under their own record first; but will pay the higher amount combined with your benefit.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How long does my ex-spouse have to be married to me to receive benefits from my reocrd?[NEWLINE]agent: Your ex-spouse would have needed to be married to you for at least ten years.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What age group do benefits stop for my children?


user: I need help with the benefits planner for family.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you start receiving benefits?[NEWLINE]user: No I have not received benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do my children receive benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: The child must be unmarried.[NEWLINE]user: what children are eligible on my record to receive benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Your eligible children can be biological, stepchild, or adopted, and possibly grandchild.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What family members can qualify for benefits under my record?[NEWLINE]agent: Certain members like your spouse may be eligible under your record to receive benefits.[NEWLINE]user: What happens if my spouse is applying for benefits?


user: You can help me with my family benefits and who can get some benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know which members of your family may qualify for benefits on your record when you start receiving disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: yeah, like wife and kids[NEWLINE]agent: Some members of your family may qualify for benefits on your record.Benefits may be paid to your spouse and others[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: But what about my kids or stepkids?[NEWLINE]agent: They might also qualify to receive benefits on your record.Your eligible child can be your biological child, adopted child, or stepchild.  Even a A dependent grandchild may qualify.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can my ex I left in a divorce qualify on my record?[NEWLINE]agent: Ex - spouses may qualify for benefits on your record, even if you have remarried.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens with my wife and our current benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: If your wife is eligible for retirement benefits on her own record,we will pay that amount first.But if the spouse benefit that is payable on your record is a higher amount,he or she will get a combination of benefits that equals that higher amount.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what about child benefits and my wife and all that?


user: Can my family receive my benefits as well?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, your family can receive benefits when start receiving your own benefits. Are you receiving yours yet?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I am currently receiving disability benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Then certain members of your family, such as spouses, may qualify for benefits on your record.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there any publications concerning disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, these publications are titled "Disability Benefits", "Benefits For Children", and "What You Need To Know When You Get Social Security Disability Benefits."[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a maximum amount that a family member can receive in benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, there is a limit to how much each family can receive.[NEWLINE]agent: Is the sum of your benefits payable on your account greater than the family limit?[NEWLINE]user: No, that is not correct.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What information do my family members need in order to apply for benefits?


user: Oh, hi. Please, i'm looking for some info about family benefits. could you help me out?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you currently receiving any disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yeah, i started to receive it recently.[NEWLINE]agent: Well, in that case, i can tell you that some members of your family may also qualify to get benefits on your record.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: That sounds good. Say, do you know how much could be the total amount perceived?[NEWLINE]agent: That depend on the factor of how many family members get qualified on your record, aside from the amount of your benefit. For that reason, final amount can vary, but mostly it reaches between 150 to 180 percent of your disability benefit.[NEWLINE]user: Oh, that sounds great, really sweet. do you know an estimate of how much each family member could receive?[NEWLINE]agent: In that regard, each member can get, if qualify, up to 50 percent of your disability benefit. Of course, in this cases as in many others, there is a limit which we cannot cross and so your family receive certain up to certain amount.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Um, it makes sense, of course. Look, what about if my spouse was on Social Security too?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you spouse about to get retirement?[NEWLINE]user: Yeah, my spouse is waiting for that.[NEWLINE]agent: Perfect. In that case, your spouse will receive its amount first. However, if your spouse benefit on your record is higher, then your spouse may receive a mix of benefits that would equal the higher amount.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Ok, ok. i'll keep that in mind. Now, i'm in a second marriage, so my ex-wife could receive some benefit too?


user: I have questions about family benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you receiving benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have disability benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Then certain members of your family may also qualify for benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How long will my child get benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Until they graduate high school or 2 months after they turn 19, whichever comes first.[NEWLINE]user: Does it have to be my biological child?[NEWLINE]agent: Your child can be biological, adopted, or stepchild.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can my spouse apply?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, but we may need proof of marriage.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if my spouse worked, too?[NEWLINE]agent: We pay them their benefits first, and if yours is higher, we add the difference between the two.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much is the family member benefit?


user: Can you help me with family benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Have you started getting disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I just did.[NEWLINE]agent: Certain family members can qualify for benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How long does my spouse get benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Your spouse gets benefits until the child turns 16, then the child's continue but your spouse;s stop.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Does it matter if my spouse worked, too?[NEWLINE]agent: Is your spouse eligible for benefits on their own record?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, she is eligible on her own.[NEWLINE]agent: She will get her amount first, then if your benefit is higher, we add the difference.[NEWLINE]user: So she gets the higher amount?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, we make sure she will receive her maximum possible benefit.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So when our child turns 16, my spouse's benefits stop?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, unless your spouse is eligible to receive retirement or widow benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If my child is still in school at 18, do they still get benefits?


user: I need help understanding family benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: You've already started receiving disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I get benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Certain family members may qualify for benefits on your record.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What children qualify?[NEWLINE]agent: Biological, adopted, and stepchildren are all eligible.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is my spouse old enough to be eligible?[NEWLINE]agent: If they are 62 or older, they qualify.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much can they receive?[NEWLINE]agent: Eligible family members can receive up to 50% of your disability amount.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens if my child is 18, but still in high school?


user: Hi there. Went the other day to social security asking for family benefits and they told me to use this chat, can you help me?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you going to start receiving disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yeah, i will.[NEWLINE]agent: Congrats. If you are going to start receiving benefits, then some members of your family can qualify for benefits based on your record.[NEWLINE]user: Could you tell me which members could be eligible, please?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure. These benefits could be paid to your spouse, divorced spouse or children, regardless their condition.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: That's great, thanks. Say, what could happen if my spouse is about to receive a pension for work not covered by social security?[NEWLINE]agent: If that scenario appears, i'm afraid her benefit on your record may be affected.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Something to think about, huh?. Please, another question. what can you tell me about my children's benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You said you already qualified for disability benefits, isn't?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, that's what i said.[NEWLINE]agent: Good. Then your children may also get a qualification to receive benefits on your record. It can go for your biological, adopted or step child. Even a grandchild could qualify.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Oh, that's good to know it. A last question please. I heard that if my spouse gets eligible for benefits on her own,  she could receive a higher amount? Something to do with a mix or something?


user: Does everyone in my family get the benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: certain members of your family may also qualify for benefits on your record[NEWLINE]user: oh ok there is  no one else besides me and my boyfriend but thank you[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do benefits for you child ever stop?[NEWLINE]agent:  18 or older and have a disability that started before age 22[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What proof will you ask for?[NEWLINE]agent:  we may also ask for proof of marriage and dates of prior marriages, if applicable[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: IS there a family limit?[NEWLINE]agent:  If the sum of the benefits payable on your account is greater than the family limit,  the benefits to the family members will be reduced proportionately.s   Your benefit will not be affected[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will my children get benefits?


user: I need to know if I can apply for adult disability benefits online.[NEWLINE]agent: It is possible to apply online, if you meet our requirements.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Okay. Is it better to apply online instead of using other methods?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes. There are many advantages to applying online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What documents will I need to provide?[NEWLINE]agent: First you will need to provide your birth certificate. Do you have one?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. I do.[NEWLINE]agent: Excellent. Were you born in the United States?[NEWLINE]user: No, but I have proof of U.S. citizenship.[NEWLINE]agent: Okay. Since you already have proof of U.S. citizenship, you won't need any further proofs of identity.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What's next after I apply?[NEWLINE]agent: Will you be completing the online application?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. I think that will be the most convenient method.


user: what kinds of proof will I need when I apply for disability?[NEWLINE]agent: Did you want to know what documents we may ask you to provide?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a birth certificate or other proof of birth?[NEWLINE]user: I have a birth certificate[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status?[NEWLINE]user: yes, I'm American[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have your U.S. military discharge paper if you had military service before 1968?[NEWLINE]user: no, don't have those[NEWLINE]agent: I'm sorry but you don't have the documents needed to show that you are eligible for Disability Benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: when I get my things together can I do this in spanish?


user: What are the next steps if I do not qualify for benefits on someone else's record?[NEWLINE]agent: Even if you do not qualify on someone else's record some members of your family could get benefits under your record.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Could I get benefits as a spouse?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, if you have never worked under Social Security, you could get spouse's retirement benefits as long as you are 62 years of age or older and your spouse is all ready receiving retirement or disability benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens if my spouse is all ready receiving benefits when I apply?[NEWLINE]agent: If you spouse and you apply at the same time or spouse is receiving benefits all ready, then we will automatically check your eligibility for benefits as a spouse.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a maximum a family can get in benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, and the total depends on your spouse's benefits amount and the number of family members who would qualify on the same record; but generally the total amount the your spouse and family members can receive is about 150 to 180 percent of the worker's full retirement benefit.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a way to find out about benefits if I was looking for my family?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you know you could find information about benefits for your family by going to "Benefits For Your Family" and reading there?[NEWLINE]user: No, I did not know there was a specific area for that information.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you never been married or had children?[NEWLINE]user: No, I am married and also had children.


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user: How do I apply for Social Security Retirement?[NEWLINE]agent: There are a few different ways you can apply for Social Security Retirement.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I am divorced, could I get divorced spouse benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You should read "If You Are Divorced" to learn about divorced spouse benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How would someone from my family qualify for benefits when I do not?[NEWLINE]agent: Would you like to find out about information for your family?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I would like to find out more info for my family benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Then you should go to the section that states "Benefits For Your Family" to find out what you need to know.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if my spouse is all ready receiving benefits when I apply?[NEWLINE]agent: We would also check your spouses eligibility for benefits as a spouse and if qualify the application would automatically be a request for spousal benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What limits would be put on the amount family members would get?


user: Regarding retirement benefits, how do I apply?[NEWLINE]agent: you can apply different application formats[NEWLINE]user: ok but if my spouse is already receiving benefits when I submit the application[NEWLINE]agent: If you and your spouse apply at the same time, we will also verify your eligibility for spouse benefits. and if you qualify your application will automatically serve as a request for spousal benefits[NEWLINE]user: and if you do not live in the US or in one of its territories?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case, you can also contact the Social Security office, the US embassy or consulate.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can any member of my family qualify for benefits on my registry?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you interested in obtaining information about the benefits for your family?[NEWLINE]user: not[NEWLINE]agent: never married or had children?[NEWLINE]user: not


user: Hello I need information about What original documents do I need to get a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: Among the documents you will need are those of your citizenship[NEWLINE]agent: Have you been informed about the child's U.S. citizenship?[NEWLINE]user: no no and informed[NEWLINE]user: and what documents will they need?[NEWLINE]agent: we must see proof of their identity. An acceptable document must be current, not expired and show your name, information identifying your date of birth or age, and preferably a recent photograph.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And is there also something important that I must present?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important that you present original documents or copies certified by the agency that issued them.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And in my case, what proof of identity should I present?[NEWLINE]agent: Among the documents is the United States Driver's License[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and do you accept a document that is about to expire?


user: Hello where do I begin?[NEWLINE]agent: are you talking about delayed retirement credits?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent:  Social Security retirement benefits are increased by a certain percentage depending on date of birth if you delay your retirement beyond full retirement age[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Have you reached full retirement age?[NEWLINE]agent: ok thank you[NEWLINE]user: what if you reached retirement age?[NEWLINE]user: Does the person get to decide to delay retirement?[NEWLINE]agent: yes[NEWLINE]user: what if i reached full retiremtnt age?[NEWLINE]agent: you can choose to start receiving benefits before the month you apply[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: where can i get information on early retirement


user: I want to know what comes next after I'm approved for disability benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know when your benefits start?[NEWLINE]user: yes sir[NEWLINE]agent: And your application has already been approved?[NEWLINE]user: it was[NEWLINE]agent: Okay, so your first Social Security benefit will be paid for the sixth full month after the date that your disability began. For example,if your disability began on June 15, 2018, your first benefit would be paid for the month of December 2018, the sixth full month of disability.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what if I need more help and can I ask for Medicare too to help with inpatient costs?[NEWLINE]agent: You will be automatically enrolled in Medicare after you get disability benefits for two years. The two parts of Medicare we enroll you in are hospital insurance and medical insurance.Hospital insurance Part A helps pay for inpatient hospital bills and some follow - up care.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: is there more info that you can give me about other benefits and how it could affect my disability I was approved for?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can look at some publications. Such as, How Workers ' Compensation And Other Disability Payments May Affect Your Benefit or Windfall Elimination Provision[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can you tell me how much I will be getting per month?[NEWLINE]agent: The amount of your monthly disability benefit is based on your lifetime average earnings covered by Social Security. You can get an idea by logging into your personal my Social Security account or use our Benefit Calculators to find out how much you would be receiving.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can you tell me a little about the Medicare part D for prescriptions?


user: What happens after I report a death?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you receiving benefits on your spouse's record?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, but he passed away.[NEWLINE]agent: We automatically change your monthly benefits to survivors benefits when we get a report of the death.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How can I report the death?[NEWLINE]agent: We have phone representatives available or you can visit your local office.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do I have to have all the paperwork ready to apply?[NEWLINE]agent: You can still apply without having all the paperwork.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If I'm not already getting benefits, do I need to apply?[NEWLINE]agent: You need to apply for survivors benefits immediately.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there different forms for different benefit types?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, widow/surviving spouse and child benefits need different documents.[NEWLINE]agent: Did it say your info couldn't be verified online?


user: How much will I receive for disablilty[NEWLINE]agent: he amount of your benefit is based on your lifetime average earnings covered by Social Security[NEWLINE]agent: Do you already have an estimate?[NEWLINE]user: I don't already have an estimate[NEWLINE]agent: you can get your online with your personal my Social Security account or use our Benefit Calculators to determine[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: do I qualify for exrea help with medicare prescription plan[NEWLINE]agent: If you receive Medicare and have limited resources and income,[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: When do my benefits start?[NEWLINE]agent: Social Security benefits are paid in the month following the month for which they 're due[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Who do I contact for help with low income medicare nenficiaries?[NEWLINE]agent:  contact your state or local welfare office or Medicaid agency[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What about limited resource and income for receiving medicare?[NEWLINE]agent: you may be eligible for Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs[NEWLINE]user: What about the other parts of medicare like parts A and B


user: My application for benefits has been approved but I have not received any benefits yet. Can you tell me when my benefits will be paid?[NEWLINE]agent: You say your application was approved, can you tell me the date of the approval?[NEWLINE]user: It was approved early this month.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Am I eligible for further Medicare benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You might be eligible for Extra Help with Prescription Drug Plan Costs.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: When will my first benefit payment be?[NEWLINE]agent: Your first benefit payment will be paid for the sixth full month after the date that your disability began.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I received Medicare benefits from a private company?[NEWLINE]agent: If you receive Medicare Parts A and B you can choose to receive all your health care services through plans that are offered by private companies that are approved by Medicare.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need further information about Medicare?[NEWLINE]user: Yes could you please give me further information.[NEWLINE]agent: I recommend that you read Medicare's page.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much monthly disability benefit will I receive?


user: Hi, good morning. I'm looking to do some benefits planning on disability. Can you help me with that?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, no problem. It's great you think in advance. Most people don't think that something as disability could happen to them, but possibilities are higher that they think.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Yeah, i know. i read this newspaper article and here i am. Oh well, could you tell me about the medical requirements for this, please?[NEWLINE]agent: very good. Under disability, there's two programs, disability insurance program and social security income program. For both of them, the medical requirements are the same, plus disability is determined by the same process.[NEWLINE]user: Oh, i understand. And what kind of benefits exist under the first program?[NEWLINE]agent: The social security disability insurance program pays benefits too you and your qualified family members, in case you have worked enough time and paid your social security taxes. You have also the option to get a qualification for a disabled child if he/she is an adult and got disabled before age 22.[NEWLINE]user: Um, i see it has many options available. Look, and what kind of information you request from me?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, we may ask you about your medical condition, work and education history to help us decide if your disability runs under our rules.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Ok, that makes sense. say, i heard about some disability planner? How can be that of use for me?[NEWLINE]agent: That planner will help you to find out how you can qualify and apply for benefits and what happens in case you application gets approved.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. Is there any information available for advocates or attorneys on these themes?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you a law practitioner?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, i'm a attorney in law.


user: I would like to apply for retirement benefits but am having trouble completing the application online, it keep timing out. How long do I have to work on each page before it times out?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes pages do time out. This is done for security reasons. After you have been in a page for 25 minutes and not been active on the page you will receive a warning that the page is about to time out, however, you will be able to extend your time on the page. After the third warning on a page you will  have to move to another page.[NEWLINE]user: If the page times out after the third warning will the information that I have entered be saved or will I have to start all over again?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Thank you. Will I be able to start a new session and complete the information if it has not been saved?[NEWLINE]agent: You will be able to start using the Retirement Estimator again. You will,  however, have to check if you are eligible to use the Retirement Estimator.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What are the requirement and how does the Retirement Estimator work?[NEWLINE]agent: You must remember that the Retirement Estimator cannot provide your actual benefit amount until you have applied for benefits. The amount may differ from the estimates provide as you earnings may increase or decrease in the future.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the time limit for staying on each page?[NEWLINE]agent: There are time limits but you will receive a warning after 25 minutes without doing anything and you will be given the option to extend your time on the page.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Who is eligible to  use the estimator?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use the estimator is you have enough Social Security credits at the time to quality for benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is it possible to estimate my retirement benefits with the estimator?


user: Hello, i want to know which person can use the retirement estimator?[NEWLINE]agent: This tool can be used for anyone who have enough social security credits at the moment to qualify for benefits, between other requirements.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you currently receiving medicare benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, i'm receiving those cares.[NEWLINE]agent: Good. Still you are receiving benefits you can still get an estimate.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Ok, that's good. Now, when i am in the page, for how long i can be there before the system kicks me out?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you asking this concerning security reasons?[NEWLINE]user: No, i'm not asking for that.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: To be sure, you said i can still get use of the estimator, even if i'm receiving medicare benefits, right?[NEWLINE]agent: That would be correct.[NEWLINE]user: But, if i can't use that estimator, what can i do then?


user: Yes hello I filled out all of the information in the Retirement Estimator and it took a long time. When I came back from answering the door, all of the information was gone. What happened?[NEWLINE]agent: Oh that's too bad. Were you gone for a long time?[NEWLINE]user: Yes I guess I was.[NEWLINE]agent: For reasons of security, there are time limits for viewing each page.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much will I get if I apply for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: I'm sorry but we can't provide your actual benefit amount until you go through the process of applying for benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If I re-enter all of my data in the Estimator will the page crash again?[NEWLINE]agent: It shouldn't, usually you will receive a warning after 25 minutes of being idle then you should be able to extend your time on the page.[NEWLINE]user: Is there an ultimate time limit?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, after the third warning on a page, you must move to another page.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can anyone use the Retirement Estimator?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use the Retirement Estimator if you have enough Social Security credits at this time to qualify for benefits.[NEWLINE]user: And there is no age restriction?[NEWLINE]agent: If you are age 62 or older and receiving benefits on another Social Security record, you may not use it.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So I'll be able to have an accurate estimate of my benefits?


user: Can I use the Retirement Estimator?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, if you have enough credits to qualify.[NEWLINE]user: What if I only have Medicare right now?[NEWLINE]agent: You can absolutely still get an estimate.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Why did the page time out?[NEWLINE]agent: Did you stay on the page a long time? it times out for security reasons.[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I left to run errands while I was on it.[NEWLINE]agent: You can extend the time, normally it logs out after 25 minutes of inactivity.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there any requirements besides having enough credits?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, there are a few more qualifications, like not already receiving benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Is there any more information you need?[NEWLINE]user: No, I don't think so.[NEWLINE]user: Is there an alternative if I can't use the Estimator?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, there are other benefit calculators.[NEWLINE]user: I don't know if I qualify, but I still need an estimate.


user: What is the time limit for each page?[NEWLINE]agent: Time limits are placed on each page for security reasons. Did you spend more than 25 minutes on one page at a time?[NEWLINE]user: No. I just wanted to make sure that I'd have time to complete each page.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How does the Retirement Calculator work?[NEWLINE]agent: It can give you estimates based on your Social Security earnings record.[NEWLINE]user: How accurate is the estimate given by the calculator?[NEWLINE]agent: The calculator is intended to give you an idea of what your amount will be. Of course, your actual benefit amount may differ because your earnings can increase or decrease in the future.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens if I spend more than 25 minutes on one page?[NEWLINE]agent: After 25 minutes, you will receive a warning message which will allow you to extend your time on the page, if needed.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do I know if I'm eligible to use the retirement calculator?[NEWLINE]agent: Most individuals who have enough Social Security credits at this point in time can use the calculator.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So, if I need more time to complete a page, I can extend the time limit?


user: I just received a time limit warning. How long can I stay on this page?[NEWLINE]agent: For security reasons, time limits have been put into place for each page. Were you on the page longer than 25 minutes?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. I had to take a phone call for work and when I came back to the computer, the warning popped up.[NEWLINE]agent: The warning pops up after 25 minutes, but you can extend the time, if needed.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What can the retirement calculator do for me?[NEWLINE]agent: It can provide you with retirement benefit estimates based on your Social Security earnings record.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are the time limits set for every page or for the entire thing?[NEWLINE]agent: They are set for each page.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will the calculator give me the actual amount of retirement benefits I can expect to receive?[NEWLINE]agent: No, because your information may change over time, it can only give you an estimate of what to expect.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How many warnings will it give me before I'm made to move to the next page?


user: Am I eligible to use the Retirement Calculator?[NEWLINE]agent: Most individuals who have enough Social Security credits at this point in time to qualify for benefits can use the Retirement Calculator.[NEWLINE]user: What if I'm currently receiving just Medicare benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can still use the calculator.[NEWLINE]user: Are there any other restrictions on who can use the calculator?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, there are other restrictions on who can use the calculator.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you a Medicare Beneficiary?[NEWLINE]user: No, I'm not.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there any time limits on pages?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, for security reasons. Have you stayed on a page for a long period of time?


user: Hey, I was wondering how long I can stay on every page of the estimator. It kicked me out before.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. Are you aware of security measurements on websites?[NEWLINE]user: I've heard about that before, yes.[NEWLINE]agent: For security reasons, there are time limits for viewing each page. You will receive a warning after 25 minutes without doing anything and you will be able to extend your time on the page.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: That's what I thought. Still, it is very annoying - I was just coming back from making a tea and found out that your page gave me the boot! By the way, does it matter if I'm currently only receiving Medicare benefits, when I want an estimate?[NEWLINE]agent: You can still get an estimate in that case.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: But it is just an estimate, right? I mean, not really reliable numbers.[NEWLINE]agent: Correct. The Retirement Estimator gives estimates based on your actual Social Security earnings record. Please keep in mind that these are just estimates.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So, back to my original issue: how long can I stay on each page before I get booted for being idle?[NEWLINE]agent: After the third warning on a page, you must move to another page or you'll lose your work on that page.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Alright, fair enough. Can you let me know the amount of benefit I am going to get then?


user: Why does it say page expired?[NEWLINE]agent: For security purposes, there is a time limit on each page.[NEWLINE]user: I wasn't on it very long.[NEWLINE]user: Is there a way to let me work on each page longer?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, after 25 minutes, you can extend the time.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I use the retirement estimator for a disability estimate?[NEWLINE]agent: There are other calculators specifically for other benefits.[NEWLINE]user: Can I use it if I qualify for benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, if you have enough credits to qualify, you can use the calculator.[NEWLINE]user: What if I only have Medicare now?


user: Hello, who can use the retirement estimator?[NEWLINE]agent:  You have enough Social Security credits at this time to qualify for benefits[NEWLINE]user: I am getting medicare, can I still use the estimator?[NEWLINE]agent: YEs you can.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is it accurate?[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately We can t provide your actual benefit amount until you apply for benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: are there other benefits to this?[NEWLINE]agent: YEs please use one of our other calculators[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a time limit to look at each page?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you worried abnout security?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]user:  there are time limits for viewing each page.s     [31] You will receive a warning after 25 minutes without doing anything


user: I am an attorney what information to I need for a retirement plan for others?[NEWLINE]agent: read If you are an Advocate, Attorney, or Third Party Representative and you are helping someone prepare an online Social Security benefit application[NEWLINE]user: Ok thank you[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Whether you apply for Social Security disability or SSI[NEWLINE]agent:  we ask you for information about your medical condition, work, and education history to help us decide if you are disabled under our rules[NEWLINE]user: What progams is disabliltypaid from?[NEWLINE]agent: We pay disability benefits under two programs :s The Social Security disability insurance program[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How important is disablilty SS[NEWLINE]agent: your chances of becoming disabled are probably greater than you realize[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What information do YOu nead for disablilty?[NEWLINE]agent: we ask you for information about your medical condition, work, and education history to help us decide if you are disabled under our rules.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What does the disablilty planner do?


user: How am I protected?[NEWLINE]agent: Hello, how are you today? I will be happy to assist you. Have you been approved?[NEWLINE]user: Yes  I recently was.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Did you create an online accout? or do you want to?[NEWLINE]user: I am not sure if that is safe or if i wish to do that online[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: I see. We offer extra security to ease your mind[NEWLINE]user: That sounds great[NEWLINE]agent: Ok great!  We offer you the choice to add extra security when you create an online account[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there anywhere else I can learn about phishing?[NEWLINE]agent: absolutely! please go to  go to OnGuard Online[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Should I respond to the email if i suspect it is a phishing one?


user: I need help with the retirement benefits planner.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want information about being divorced and getting benefits?[NEWLINE]user: No, I do not need information about an ex-spouse.[NEWLINE]user: Can I receive spousal benefits if I am divorced?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you will receive benefits on your ex-spouse's record even if they are remarried.[NEWLINE]user: Will the retirement benefit limit still apply if I continue to work?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, the retirement benefit earnings limit still applies if you continue to work.[NEWLINE]user: What happens if i have benefits and I am eligible under my ex-spouse's records?[NEWLINE]agent: You will get another amount on your ex-spouse's record so that the combination of benefits equals the higher amount.[NEWLINE]user: Will my earnings affect my benefits payments?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use our earnings test calculator to see how your earnings will affect your payments.[NEWLINE]user: What will I need to use to figure out the amount of benefits?


user: Hey there. I'm looking information related to the benefits that an adult with a disability can receive. if they can receive any from you.[NEWLINE]agent: If that person is disable, then you can file for the supplemental security income ssi only, but as long as you meet certain requirements.[NEWLINE]user: And which are this others requirements?[NEWLINE]agent: For example the age requirements. If the person between the age of 18 and 65?[NEWLINE]user: No, not really, is an older person.[NEWLINE]agent: Well, that could be a problem if you want to apply for the supplemental security income online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. Social security also helps and bring aids for children?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, the social security can help children but not through the online application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see... And which other people can receive also this benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Also people who has worked long enough may also be able to social security disability or retirement benefits as well as ssi.[NEWLINE]user: That's great. But from what age someone can receive this benefits?


user: Hi there. I would like to know, what happens with an adult with a disability if this one wants to get access to the social security benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, no problem. Well. If you have all the requirements you can apply for the supplemental security income online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Great! That's really great! But if this person have worked long enough may also receive the social security benefits as well as ssi?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, that's right. That way people without any disability also can have this benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Great. Are there, any phone numbers which we can call?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can call to the 1-800-772-1213 or if you have hard hearing, you can also call to the 1-800-325-0778. both numbers are toll free.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So this makes this person eligible to file the online application, right?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, but there still some requests that need to apply to the online way. Like, is this adult person between the ages of 18 and 65?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, is almost 65.[NEWLINE]agent: have never been married?[NEWLINE]user: No, that's not, he is married.


user: I want to open a My Social Security account but I'm not sure if I can[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a fraud alert or a security freeze on your credit report?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have a security freeze.[NEWLINE]agent: You still can open the account by temporarily lifting it. You must contact our Identity Services Provider and request that they lift temporarily your security freeze. You can create your account online after your security freeze is lifted.[NEWLINE]user: What would happen after I get my temporary lift?[NEWLINE]agent: After the lift expires the Identity Provider may automatically reinstate it.[NEWLINE]user: Is there any other option if I don't want to temporarily lift my security freeze?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can create your account by visiting your local Social Security office to open it in person.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can somebody else use my account?[NEWLINE]agent: No, for your protection you are the only one that should create and use your account.[NEWLINE]user: what if I give written permission for someone else to use it?[NEWLINE]agent: No, even written permission no one else can use your account.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where can I get more information about security freezes?[NEWLINE]agent: You can read the Federal Trade Commission s Credit Freeze FAQs.[NEWLINE]user: In case I decide to temporarily lift my security freeze, do I need to do anything else about it after creating my account?


user: I received a security freeze fraud alert on my credit report[NEWLINE]agent: read If you have a security freeze, fraud alert, or both on your credit report[NEWLINE]user: Can you help me?[NEWLINE]agent: ou can still open a my Social Security account by temporarily lifting it[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Hwho else see my personal social security account?[NEWLINE]agent: Your personal mySocial Security account is for your use only Social Security is dedicated to protecting the information and resources entrusted to us, including your personal information and investment[NEWLINE]agent:  Protecting the information and resources entrusted to us, including your personal information and investment. For your protection[NEWLINE]user: How is it for my protection?[NEWLINE]agent:  you re the only one who can create your personal my Social Security account. for your use only[NEWLINE]user: So no one else can use my account?[NEWLINE]agent: No one can create or use an account on your behalf, even with written permission[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where can I read up on this?[NEWLINE]agent:  Read the Federal Trade Commission s Credit Freeze FAQs.[NEWLINE]user: The is for security freezes and fraud alerts information?


user: Are other people allowed to access my social security account?[NEWLINE]agent: No, you are the only person who can create and access your social security account.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you asking this to see if your account is protected or because you want to allow someone else to access your account?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I just wanted to make sure that my account was secure.[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, we will only allow you exclusive use of your account.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What will I be asked to do to create a social security account?[NEWLINE]agent: You will be asked to provide personal information that only you would know to verify your identity. You will also be asked to create and username and password to access your account.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there more information concerning security freezes and fraud alerts?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, for more information read the Federal Trade Commission's Credit Freeze FAQs.[NEWLINE]user: Can I still open my social security account if I have a fraud alert on my credit report?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can have it temporarily lifted to access your account by contacting our Identity Services Provider.[NEWLINE]user: Do I have to do this online or can I do it another way?[NEWLINE]agent: You can visit your local social security office to open an account in person.[NEWLINE]user: On what subject is your FAQs section on?


user: I have a fraud alert on my credit report, can I create a My Social Security account?[NEWLINE]agent: It's only a fraud report or do you also have a security freeze?[NEWLINE]user: Just the fraud report.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you requested a temporary lift for your fraud report?[NEWLINE]user: I have, yes.[NEWLINE]agent: You can create your account. The Identity Services Provider may reinstate your fraud report after the temporary lift expires.[NEWLINE]user: So I can create the account no problem?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can do it while the temporary lift is still active.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What would I be asked for when creating the account?[NEWLINE]agent: You'll be asked to verify your identity, this will be done by asking you some personal questions about yourself. Then you'll get asked to create your account's username and password.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I let other people use my account?[NEWLINE]agent: No, the account can be created and used exclusively by you.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Ok. What else will I need to do after creating my username and password?


user: What if I have a fraud alert on my credit report?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure no problem I can help. If you have a security freeze, fraud alert, or both on your credit report  you can still open a my Social Security account by temporarily lifting it[NEWLINE]user: Can I still open an account?[NEWLINE]agent: Does your credit report  have a freeze on it?[NEWLINE]user: No.[NEWLINE]agent: If you have a security freeze, fraud alert, or both on your credit report, you can still open a my Social Security account by temporarily lifting it.[NEWLINE]user: What if I do if i do have one?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can anyone else use my social securoty account?[NEWLINE]agent: Your personal mySocial Security account is for your use only Social Security is dedicated to protecting the information and resources entrusted to us, including your personal information and investment[NEWLINE]user: Is this for my protection?[NEWLINE]agent: yes it is for your protection[NEWLINE]user: for what reason?[NEWLINE]agent:  Social Security is dedicated to protecting the information and resources entrusted to us, including your personal information and investment[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How can i lift it?


user: Hi. Can more than one person use my account?[NEWLINE]agent: Your personal mySocial Security account is for your use only[NEWLINE]agent: Do you understand the reasoning?[NEWLINE]user: yes I do.[NEWLINE]agent:  For your protection,  you re the only one who can create your personal my Social Security account for your own exclusive use[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I do not want a temp lift?[NEWLINE]agent:  you can visit your local Social Security office to open an account in person[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do i create my social security account?[NEWLINE]agent: you ll be askedto : Verify your identity by providing personal information about yourself and answering questions thatonly you are likely to know[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do you have a security freeze or fraud alert on your credit report?[NEWLINE]agent: read the Federal Trade Commission s Credit Freeze FAQs[NEWLINE]user: who can I contact?


user: Can my husband use my Social Security account?[NEWLINE]agent: No, sorry. Only you are allowed to create and use your mySocial Security account.[NEWLINE]agent: Would you like more information about this security measure?[NEWLINE]user: No, thank you.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens if I have a freeze on my account?[NEWLINE]agent: Once you request a temporary lift, your ISP will automatically reinstate it after the temporary lift expires.[NEWLINE]user: Can I still open an account with a freeze on my credit report?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can still open an account by doing a temporary lift. You will need to contact your identity services provider and request them to temporary lift the freeze.[NEWLINE]user: So, as long as I request a temporary lift, my identity services provider will reinstate it after it expires?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, that is correct.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What will I be asked to do to create an account?


user: I have a freeze on my credit report. Can I still open an account?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you currently have a freeze or fraud alert on your credit report?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, a security freeze.[NEWLINE]agent: In this case, you can still open an account, but you will need to temporary lift the freeze. You can do this by contacting your identity services provider and requesting them to to temporary lift it for you.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can my wife open the account for me?[NEWLINE]agent: No. Only you are authorized to create and use your personal account. This is a security measure that we take to protect your personal information.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need more information about this security measure?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I'd like to know more.[NEWLINE]agent: We only allow you to create and use the account for your own use because it protects you from fraudulent activity.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Once I request a temporary life of my credit freeze, what happens then?[NEWLINE]agent: The freeze will be reinstated by your identity services provider after the temporary lift expires.[NEWLINE]user: What if I don't want to do a temporary lift?


user: Do you have a security freeze or fraud alert on your credit report?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a security freeze or fraud alert on your credit report?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: ok great!  you can still open a my Social Security account by temporarily lifting it[NEWLINE]user: can I still open a social security account?[NEWLINE]agent:  If you have a security freeze, fraud alert, or both on your credit report,you can still open a my Social Security account by temporarily lifting it[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will I be asked for identitiy?[NEWLINE]agent: you will be asked to Create a username and password you ll use to access your online account.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can i get more informarion on it?[NEWLINE]agent: yes read the Federal Trade Commission s Credit Freeze FAQs[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what personal information will I need to provide?[NEWLINE]agent:  you ll be askedto  Verify your identity by providing personal information about yourself and answering questions thatonly you are likely to know.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do I have to do it online?


user: what does someone do if they have a freeze or fraud alert on my credit report?[NEWLINE]agent: you can still open a my Social Security account by temporarily lifting it.[NEWLINE]user: ok thanks[NEWLINE]agent: Contact our Identity Services Provider and request that they temporarily lift your security freeze orfraud alert[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can other people use my social security account?[NEWLINE]agent: No it is for your use only.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you know why that is?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what if I do not want a temp lift?[NEWLINE]agent: you can visit your local Social Security office to open an account in person[NEWLINE]user: ho can I get more info on fraud alerts?


user: I need SSI benefits information[NEWLINE]agent: The Supplemental Security Income program pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: is there a number where I can get help with the process for an older person that will need more help?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, the number is 1-800-772-1213, and they will help a person age 65 and older.[NEWLINE]user: she's hard of hearing so is that also the TTY number?[NEWLINE]agent: The TTY number is 1-800-325-0778[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can we make an appointment to get help with the SSI application?[NEWLINE]agent: You can schedule an appointment with a local Social Security office to file an application.  Call 1-800-772-1213 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.  Monday through Friday.[NEWLINE]user: can we just do it online if we can't go in?[NEWLINE]agent: Is the person that wants to file for SSI between the ages of 18 and 65?[NEWLINE]user: she's 63[NEWLINE]agent: Has she never been married?[NEWLINE]user: no she was married


user: Can you tell me a little bit about Supplemental Security Income benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Supplemental Security Income or SSI is a program for disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a number I could call because I am hard of hearing?[NEWLINE]agent: You could call 1-800-325-0778.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there an online application for children with disability?[NEWLINE]agent: At this time Social Security does not have an online application for Children's benefits; but you can always visit Apply For Disability Benefits Under Age 18 to apply for you child.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How would I be eligible to file online for SSI?[NEWLINE]agent: Is the adult between the ages of 18 and 65?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I am between the ages of 18 and 65.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you never been married?[NEWLINE]user: No, I am married now.


user: Hi there, how is it going?. Look, i was told the other day to search information about possible benefits that may be due for me and my family, could you tell me if that's true?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, no problem. But first, let me ask you, Are you or any member of your family eligible for some benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Oh yeah, some of them are eligible for that, as i am.[NEWLINE]agent: That's great. You know that our mission is to deliver Social Security services that meet the changing need of the public.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you or any member of your family, receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income?[NEWLINE]user: No, currently no one is receiving any of those.[NEWLINE]agent: Have your spouse or ex-spouse died?[NEWLINE]user: Yeah, mi ex-spouse, some months ago.[NEWLINE]agent: I'm sorry for your loss. However, for that happening, you may become eligible for a higher Social Security benefit.[NEWLINE]user: Oh, well, i suppose a little compensation isn't bad at all, huh?..Is there any requirements for that? Because i'm 64 and well i haven't married again.[NEWLINE]agent: Very well. You may be eligible for a benefit based on a former spouse's work if that marriage lasted 10 years or more.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Umm, that would be nice, i think. Is so much information, what can i do if a need more? Can i contact you?


user: Hello, what increased benefits could my family and I get?[NEWLINE]agent: You want to know if you or your family are eligible for increased benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, that's correct.[NEWLINE]agent: Social Security's mission is to deliver services that meet the changing needs of the public.[NEWLINE]user: In my case, I receive SSI, how could that affect my eligibility?.[NEWLINE]agent: It depends, there are certain life changes that may affect your eligibility for increased federal benefits. For example, if your spouse or ex-spouse dies, you may become eligible for a higher social security benefit.[NEWLINE]user: How would it be for those that are over 62 years old and unmarried?[NEWLINE]agent: You could be eligible based on an ex-spouse's work if that marriage lasted for at least 10 years.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a TTY number for deaf people?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, our TTY number is 1-800-325-0778[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And for those at full retirement age?


user: Hi, i'm being curious about what benefits may I be due. Could you help me with that?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you or any of your family members on a eligible status for benefits?[NEWLINE]user: No, nor me o any of my family members.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: In that, case, would you like to get some related information?[NEWLINE]user: No, i don't think so, thanks[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: say, i heard that there are benefits for people which lost their spouse or even their ex-spouse, is that true?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, yes. If you have suffered the loss of your spouse or ex-spouse, you could be eligible for a higher survivor benefit based on the work of your spouse. In regard of your ex-spouse, the may allow you to be eligible for a higher survivor benefit even if you're already receiving a benefit on another spouse.[NEWLINE]user: Oh, that sounds interesting. Let me look this again. What you are saying is that if i'm already receiving a benefit based on my current spouse, i still able to be eligible for another benefit, is that correct?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes. As said before, you can be eligible for that extra benefit if happens you have this ex-spouse.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: It may sound a little morbid but think is great to know that you can get that kind of benefit. Ok, another question, Is there further options to contact you, besides your website?


user: What extra benefits can I get?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know if you are eligible for increased benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes.[NEWLINE]agent: Social Security's mission is to deliver services that meet the changing needs of the public.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you receive Social Security or SSI?[NEWLINE]user: No, neither.[NEWLINE]agent: Has your spouse or ex-spouse died?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, my ex-wife died some time ago.[NEWLINE]agent: Then you may become eligible for a higher Social Security benefit.[NEWLINE]user: How can I find out if any of my family members are eligible for benefits based on another person's work?[NEWLINE]agent: You can check the information about benefits on the Social Security website. There's also the Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool (BEST) that you can use to find out if you or your family can get benefits that Social Security administers.[NEWLINE]user: and what if I'm already receiving a survivor benefit from based on my dead wife's work?


user: who is eligible?[NEWLINE]agent: You, or Your Family Members, May Be Eligible for Increased Benefits[NEWLINE]user: ok yes[NEWLINE]agent: Our mission is to deliver Social Security services that meet the changing needs of the public[NEWLINE]agent: Does anyone in your family get SSI[NEWLINE]user: Not applicable to me, no[NEWLINE]agent: certain life changes may affect eligibility for an increase in your federal benefits. For example,  if your spouse or ex - spouse dies[NEWLINE]user: oh that is not the case with me[NEWLINE]user: will i get higher pay if they die?[NEWLINE]agent: you may be eligible for a higher survivor benefit based on his or her work[NEWLINE]user: What if I served in the military?


user: who in my family can get benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have family members who are children?[NEWLINE]user: what if I get divorced?[NEWLINE]agent:  if your spouse or ex - spouse dies,you may become eligible for a higher Social Security benefit.[NEWLINE]user: even if I get SSI?[NEWLINE]agent: certain life changes may affect eligibility for an increase in your federal benefits For example, if your spouse or ex - spouse dies, [ you may become eligible for a higher Social Security benefit.s[NEWLINE]user: what if my parents worked?[NEWLINE]agent: you may be eligible for a higher disability benefit based on your own work[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what other information do you have/[NEWLINE]agent:  Retirement Planner[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I get higher if my spouse died?


user: How do I find out what benefits I qualify for?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you asking about benefits for yourself or a family member?[NEWLINE]user: I'm asking for me, not a family member.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Would you also be interested in information on related topics like our retirement or disability planner?[NEWLINE]user: No, thank you. I just want to know about what benefits I qualify for.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I worked, but am no longer able to do so. How do I find out if I'm eligible for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: That will depend on many factors. Since you have worked, you may be eligible to receive a higher disability benefit.[NEWLINE]user: A higher disability benefit?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, those who are receiving benefits based on their parent's work, but have also worked themselves like you have could qualify you for a higher disability amount.[NEWLINE]user: How do I know if I qualify for benefits?


user: I want to know what kind of benefits I may be able to get[NEWLINE]agent: would you like to know if you or your family are eligible for increased benefits?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Would you like some related information about benefits so you can read more about it on your own time?[NEWLINE]user: yes that would help. I need more information about benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Okay, we have the following; Retirement Planner, Disability Planner, and a Survivors ' Planner[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and I have another question.  can I get benefits because of my ex wife?[NEWLINE]agent: You may may be eligible for a benefit based on a former spouse's work if that marriage lasted 10 years or more.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: good to know, and do you guys have a number I could call if I can't get online?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can call us toll - free at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and I want to find out more about being eligible for benefits because of someone else's contributions, so is there something I can look at for that?[NEWLINE]agent: To find out if you might be eligible for a benefit based on another person's work you can view the information about benefits on the Social Security website.You can also use the Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool BEST to find out if you could get benefits that Social Security administers. BEST will take your answers and inform you of what benefits you may be eligible for.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and which is more private if I want to do it that way, like if I call will it be private?