Social Security Services | Social Security Administration
Assists applicants with various benefits including retirement, disability, survivors, SSI, and Medicare. Applicants should apply for retirement benefits at least 3 months before retiring, and disability payments are for those with severe impairments hindering work or leading to death. Eligibility for disability under SSI depends on work history and financial resources. Check the website for online services.
Physical Address
274 Springfield Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
Hours
Office Hours (call before arriving): Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Wed 9:00 am - 12:00 pmToll Free (for service representatives): Mon - Fri 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Voice
Voice
800-325-0778
Website
Application process
Call to schedule an appointment or visit the website to receive services. Select services can be done over the phone.
Eligibility
Individuals who meet any of the following eligibility criteria:For SSI: - Low income people who are blind, have a disability, or are 65 or older- Disabled or blind children under the age of 18For Disabled Children's Benefits:- Any child (under the age of 22) who is disabled- Individuals who were disabled before the age 22 and remain disabledFor Survivor's Benefits:- Widows and widowers of the deceased worker- Divorced spouses of the deceased worker- Children under the age of 18 of the deceased worker (including children who were disabled before the age of 22)For Retirement Benefits:- Are at least 61 years and 9 months old- Are not currently receiving benefits Social Security benefits- Have not already applied for retirement benefits and want your benefits to start no more than 4 months in the future
Agency info
Social Security Administration
Provides various benefits for retirement, individuals with disabilities, and dependents of someone who has died or the dependents of someone who is receiving benefits. Applications for Social Security benefits can be filed in person at any Social Security Office.