****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 Valparaiso Social Security Office determines eligibility and pays benefits to those entitled to survivor benefits. Determines eligibility and pays benefits to the entitled legally blind. Determines eligibility and pays retirement benefits to those entitled aged 62 and older.Hours:
Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday ClosedLocation directions: 1/4 Mile South of Burlington Beach Rd (Cr 500 N) at 3810 Calumet Ave.,or Approximately 3/4 Mile North of Kmart on the East Side of the Street in a Red Brick Building Just South of Flint Lake Elementary School
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 888-472-6120 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.
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Your introduction menu on the phone is WAY too long. I shouldn't have to sit on the phone for 5 minutes just to find out your office is closed.
I just need to know if Valparaiso, IN office is open for in person visit
Wonderful service whenever I contact the Valparaiso, Indiana office! I always get the correct answer while being guided through the sometimes cumbersome processes with Social Security.
The staff here are very professional and provided excellent service with my Social Security Disability case. I heard horror stories about the Social Security process, but I found that my experience was the opposite. If you apply as instructed and provide all the medical documentation and information they request, the entire process is very easy, and you can get approved without the use of an attorney. My hat goes off to the entire Valparaiso, IN Social Security office staff and I'm grateful for the excellent services you provide.
Are you open on the inside cuz I need to get my last changed off my social security card
I agree with others, that it is extremely difficult to get through to anyone for any assistance at a local SS building. They make it very hard for American citizens to receive replacement cards. You have to jump through many hoops just to replace what you have already had. The rest of the US businesses are in operation, why not this one. Wear a mask and let people in the building so they can be helped efficiently. Calling the dept. does not work because everyone is busy and no one is available to answer your call. Your on-line services are not user friendly.
Great work updating my personal info. Keep up the great work
This office is impossible to contact. My father had his SS paused and needs to talk to someone to rectify the situation. There isn’t even a place to leave a message. We need to handle this in person and can’t make an appt. He has been without his single source of income since March. This is negligent.
Do I have to do anything special since I’m on disability and am turning 65.
I will turn 62 in May I understand I need to file in February, what will I need to bring? Thank you
It appears that I am paying for Medicare Part D. I do not want it. How can I cancel it?
Can I fill for social security at 63 years old retirement
Can I fill for social security at 63 years old
I am currently on a trial work period and I wold like to know how to discontinue this.
Are you open for physical interviews.