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The twelve sites of Social Security 
 

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[December 05, 2011]  During the holiday season, it’s hard to walk in a public place without hearing a Christmas carol or two. One of the most popular traditional songs is “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” It’s been a holiday favorite since it was published in 1780. Here’s our take on the song: “The Twelve Sites of Social Security.” 

For the first site of Social Security, we present to you: our home page, www.socialsecurity.gov. It’s the place to go for all things Social Security. Everything you could want — from online services and screening tools to publications and press releases — can be found easily from this starting place. 

On the second site of Social Security, we present to you:  an easy way to get a free application for a new or replacement Social Security card at www.socialsecurity.gov/ssnumber.  

On the third site of Social Security, we present to you: an online application for retirement benefits that you can complete and submit in as little as 15 minutes at www.socialsecurity.gov/planners/about.htm.  

On the fourth site of Social Security, we present to you: a secure, convenient way to apply for disability benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyfordisability.  

On the fifth site of Social Security, we present to you: five estimates of your future Social Security benefits! Or one, or as many as you would like using different scenarios. Get instant, personalized estimates of your future benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator. 

On the sixth site of Social Security, we present to you: an online application for Medicare that lets you complete an application for Medicare benefits in as little as 10 minutes, at www.socialsecurity.gov/medicareonly.  

On the seventh site of Social Security, we present to you: Extra Help with prescription drug costs. You can learn more and apply online at www.socialsecurity.gov/prescriptionhelp.  

On the eighth site of Social Security, we present to you: our convenient publication library with online booklets and pamphlets on numerous subjects, at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs.  

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On the ninth site of Social Security, we present to you: popular baby names. Learn about popular baby names and trends based on child Social Security card applications over the years at www.socialsecurity.gov/OACT/babynames.  

On the tenth site of Social Security, we present to you: the location of your nearest Social Security office, no matter where you are, at www.socialsecurity.gov/locator.  

On the eleventh site of Social Security, we present to you: a way to get your Social Security forms online, at www.socialsecurity.gov/online.  

On the twelfth site of Social Security, we present to you: services for people who are currently receiving benefits, like the ability to replace your Medicare card, get or change a password, request a proof of income letter, or check your Social Security information or benefits. You can do these and other things at www.socialsecurity.gov/pgm/getservices-change.htm.  

Get all your Social Security services and information at www.socialsecurity.gov.

By Judith Bartels

Social Security District Manager in Springfield, IL  
 

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