****IMPORTANT: Social Security offices are offering more in-person appointments and have resumed in-person services for people without an appointment.
To avoid waiting in line, they strongly encourage people to use the online services at https://www.ssa.gov/onlineservices or call them to schedule
appointments in advance rather than walking in without an appointment.
The office is on the first floor in suite 101. We are located facing colonial blvd between metro pkwy and i-75 (exit 136-travel west approx 2+ miles. Less than 1 mile east of metro pkwy. ) We have a peach colored building with aqua awnings, on the south side of colonial blvd. Next to the mcgregor baptist church. We have a bus stop in front of our building. Additional parking is in the rear of the building. We can handle your needs online or by phone. If you still need to visit our office, the best days to do so are Tuesday and Friday.
Hours: Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMTuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMWednesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMThursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMFriday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Top Online Services on SSA.gov
You can go online at: https://www.ssa.gov for the following services. You can take care of these things without making an appointment at your local office.
Apply for Benefits
- Apply for Retirement Benefits
- Apply for Disability Benefits
- Apply for Medicare Benefits
- Appeal a Decision
Check Your Account Information
- View Your Latest SS Statement
- Review Your Earnings History
- Estimate Your Retirement Benefits
- Check Your Application Status
Updates To Your Account
- Change Your Address
- Direct Deposit Setup and Changes
- Print Proof of Benefits
- Print Out Your 1099 Form
SSI makes monthly payments to people who have low income and few resources and are:
Age 65 or older;
Blind; or
Disabled.
If you are applying for SSI, you can complete a large part of your application by visiting our website at www.socialsecurity.gov. You also can call us toll-free at 888-318-9114 to ask for an appointment with a Social Security representative.
Parents or guardians usually can apply for blind or disabled children under age 18. In some cases, other third parties can apply for children.
You should bring certain items when you apply. Even if you do not have all of the things listed below, apply anyway. The people in the Social Security office can help you get whatever is needed.
Please bring:
- Your Social Security card or a record of your Social Security number;
- Your birth certificate or other proof of your age;
- Information about the home where you live, such as your mortgage or your lease and landlord's name;
- Payroll slips, bank books, insurance policies, burial fund records and other information about your income and the things you own;
- The names, addresses and telephone numbers of doctors, hospitals and clinics that you have been to, if you are applying for SSI because you are disabled or blind;
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligible noncitizen status; and
- Your checkbook or other papers that show your bank, credit union or savings and loan account number. If you are approved for SSI, you must receive your
payments electronically. Payments may be made via direct deposit, the Direct Express® card program or an Electronic Transfer Account. For more information, visit www.GoDirect.org.
How to apply online?
Visit www.socialsecurity.gov and select 'Apply online for disabilitybenefits.'
Fill out the Disability Benefit Application
Answer the questions on the Adult Disability Report
Mail or take the documents to this Social Security office.
The online forms are available to you seven days a week during the following hours (Eastern time):
Monday-Friday: 5 a.m. until 1 a.m.
Saturday: 5 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. until 11:30 p.m.
Holidays: 5 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Opening Up a MySocialSecurity Account
If you paid in to Social Security or are looking for benefits, you will need to open a 'my Social Security' account. This is an online account directly from the Social Security Administration that lets you keep track of and manage your SSA benefits, and allows you to make changes to your Social Security record.
My Social Security Account
Getting a Social Security Card OR Replacing A Social Security Card OR Correcting A Social Security Card
1. Learn what documents you'll need to get an original, replacement, or corrected Social Security card, whether it's for a child or adult, U.S. citizen or noncitizen.
Documents List.
2. Read the instructions for and fill out an application for a new, replacement, or corrected card.
Social Security Forms
3. Social Security cards aren't processed online. Print your application and find out where to take it in person or mail it.
Missing Social Security Checks or Payments
Contact the agency. The paying agency will provide you instructions on how to file a claim
File the claim with the paying agency. (800) 772-1213.
Supplemental Security Income
Pays benefits based on financial need.
Social Security Disability
Public social insurance programs that replace income lost because of a physical or mental impairment severe enough to prevent a previously employed person from working. Monthly cash benefits are paid to the eligible individual with a disability and his or her eligible dependents throughout the period of disability.
SSI
SSI benefits also are payable to people 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial limits. People who have worked long enough may also be able to receive Social Security disability or retirement benefits as well as SSI.
Hello, I want to make an appointment for the social security card. how can do it?
I have been trying to get a hold of someone for 4 days on the phone, every morning I call at 9 a.m. and can never get thru.
Hace dos meses y medio fui a la oficina para tramitar el social security de mi hijo y me dijeron debia llegar en 20 dias por un error de ellos en el nombre y aun no me ha llegado
I called early this morning and no call back! All I am Looking for is replacing my social security card! I would come to the office to get this on the roll! I tried doing this online but nothing came on the mail. Second time calling.
Took about 20 to 25 minutes on hold but Corey helped me and set up a telephone appointment for husband's death benefits. He was very nice and courteous. Thank you for the help.
Hi, I need to know if I need an appointment in order to get the social security. thanks
Just called Ft Myers office and so called representative hung up on me.
Hello, I need to request a new social security card. Please let me know how I can schedule an appointment.
if you are at retirement age and still working is there a limit of what you can earn to draw your SS ?
The person who answered was very courteous and pleasant. I appreciate that. Janet
I've called multiple times .Answered questions . Have had no problems with return calls or help needed
Helpful, however, I was not aware that the amt. I would receive as my husband's Social security would be reduced if he took social security early.
I need replacement SS card to work. Online states account was made without my knowledge, my card was stolen. I would really like to get back to work. Thank you
I need to set up and appointment
Does the office in Fort Myers Florida have a drop off mail box we filled out a form and you guys never received it by mail I want to personally drop it off is this possible?
They aren’t going to call you back, answer the phone or help you. They’re attempting to use this Covid19 for the reason the office is closed.
About 2 months ago we contacted the Ft. Myers office as our Annual Income has decreased in retirement and this would affect the Medicare part B Surcharge. We submitted all the necessary forms and received a statement as to what the new deductions would be along with new monthly SS starting in May and the small check to each retroactive to 1-1. Mine was fine, wife’s SS payment went to $0. Anyone on the planet could figure out someone made a mistake but first guy we had was so far off base we hung up. Makes no sense, since mine was fine yet we had to go back to square one with person in FM who handled it in first place. Someone in charge there needs to get to bottom of this. Problem is how do you know who is in charge. You work your whole life and you should be treated better. It’s our money
I called early this morning and no call back! All I am Looking for is replacing my social security card! I would come to the office to get this on the roll! I tried doing this online but nothing g came on the mail to log into your computer site. Second time calling.
Called w 2 ques today. Quick answers and wonderfully friendly professional on other end of the phone. Bravo!
I have called the office many times to make an appointment I only get hang-ups it is extremely urgent send emails they don't go through.
I need to change my name and it’s ridiculous, you expect me to mail in my marriage license and documents through the mail and hope you send it back. I have a year to change my name for free. Open up your office already. This is ridiculous.
I recently got married and need to change my name. I have the marriage certificate and believe I just need an appointment to come in and complete the process. Please advise.
This is possible the WORST office. I have been dealing with them for 8 months and not been able to accomplish anything. You are on hold for not minutes, but hours, they disconnect or hang up.... ADVISE, Get an attorney if you want anything accomplished.
Ya'll need to get it together over there. NO ONE is doing their job that I have come in contact with. I've sent in the same application and supporting documents 6 times only for you to send it back asking for the same things. My number is on the application. How about you call me and stop wasting my time. I sent in original certified copies from Court, my application, my actual driver's license only for you to send something back saying you need originals. I can not get in touch with anybody. My daughter has been trying to have her name changed so she can buy a car, register it and get her license. This is a mess.
I did not receive my Social Security Benefit Statement for 2021. My wife received hers in NJ because our mail was forwarded from Florida to NJ because we were in NJ for the Christmas holiday. We are back in our permanent home in Florida now and I still have not received my statement. I tried calling but the wait time to speak to someone was 1 1/2 hours. I am ill and cannot do a wait time like that.
I received a call this morning, claiming fraudulent activity on my Social Security number. Allegedly occurring in Texas, where I’ve never been. The person asked questions which I refused to answer. Then she said she would take this case to the FBI, and I asked why they didn’t do this in the first place, instead of contacting me. She also insisted she would close my Social Security account. I told her she could not legally do that and she insisted she could. I refused to listen to her tirade and said it was a scam and she finally hung up. I did call the Social Security Office afterwards and got an email address to report.
Need help desperately. Have paper work that you guys required. Fax number won't work. Email not available. No PEOPLE will answer phone.
Can I update my address over the phone,
hello i just got released from prison on november 6th of 2020 i just heard that i could recieve help such as food stamps and cash assistance i am not working i am looking for a job now and have probation and bills to pay is there anyway to recieve help? any help woulld be appreciated
For a couple of weeks now I have been trying to reach the Fort Myers SS office located in Colonial Blvd. due to a letter received threatening to cut back on my monthly insurance due to overpayment, this is a mistake and I have all the proof needed, however there is no way possible to reach anyone either by phone, in person or via email. This is a serious matter when this agency threatens to cut the only monetary means I have to survive, but yet they are not functioning to assist the public. For public office that is paid by tax payers, they sure are lacking to assist. This situation is causing me unnecessary stress to my already deteriorated health. Please am asking for the correct contact information to be provided so I can respond accordingly, I need an appointment as soon as possible to present my case. Thank you.
I need an appointment to remove penalty/ late charge on my prescription plan and also question on my Social Security check. Thanks
I need to make an appointment as my SS# has been compromised. Have reported to Cape Coral police fraud of my Bank of America's accounts and was informed by Texas police as well of this compromised SS#. I need help ASAP!
I need to set up and appointment to change my last name.
I need appointment to receive ssn for my daughter
i like a appointment for a form to work few hours a week in fort myers fl.
I need appointment for change my last name ASAP thank you
Necesito mi revisión de cuenta anual del SSI para rectificar datos en mi edificio.
I need a new socal security card and to update my info
I had my SSI check put into Suspesion over an address change that I planned on changing back to my Florida address (A year and a half ago). Last month, I took care of the address change with the local office and now I checked with the main office and they changed the address also but it wont go out of the action of "suspension." So, for the second month in a row, I havent received my check. In December, I did finally get my check on the 18th instead of the 1st. Now, I dont even have my Medicaid. I MUST go to the ER DUE TO A NASTY FALL IN MY HOUSE!! I cant even go to the Dr.! Do I even have food stamps, that are due to use tomorrow, the 4th? I have gotten letters, in the mail, saying I will be getting my SSI this month, seeing I changed my address with the local office (in fact I got one today saying I'd be receiving it.... .that was the second notice). I can NOT get ahold of my case worker, I've called her two days in a row, no answer and no call back. I seriously have needed to be seen by a Dr. since the 30th. I have hurt myself pretty bad and I am having incredible pain and I also have Bill's to pay before I start getting NSF fees on unpaid Bill's because my monthly SSI check hasnt been deposited into my checking account. CAN SOMEBODY PLEASE HELP ME!!!
I would like to set up an appointment with a SS administrator at your Fort Myers office for late January 2020. How do I go about setting up an appointment?
Mr. B AT FORT MYERS FL OFFICE HANDLING MY CASE. SENT FORMS FOR REDUCTION IN MEDICARE MONTHLY PAYMENT DUE TO LIFE TIME CHANGE IN INCOME. RETIRED AND MAKING LESS INCOME. CASE AT LEAST 5 MONTHS OLD. HAVE CALLED MR. B TO FIND OUT STATUS AND DOESN'T RETURN MY CALL.
Hello, I am calling to see if I go back to work, how much can I earn without having a lot of deductions taken out? I have been on SS since 2005 and am 79 years now. Can I make $ 50,000.00 dollars a year without penalty? Thank you . Linda
Name Change.I am now married
Waited to long for someone to answer
Horrifying experience! SOMEONE FROM ss LEFT A VOICEMAIL WITH A NUMBER NOT IN SERVICE AND THEN LEFT A 4 DIGIT EXTENSION # WHEN IT REQUIRES 5 DIGITS! AND THEN I CALL BACK THE FORT MYERS OFFICE and it says I have to wait 55 minutes??????!!!!!!!! what the hell is this crap?????? I don't know what these people want with me as they put me through 7 months of stress already. Now here they are back again giving me more damn stress. Can these people leave me alone???? Very unprofessional to give the wrong number and wrong extension. How utterly sad.