Social Security Publications

An overview of the Extra Help available to cover the costs of a Medicare prescription drug plan and a list of factors you should consider when comparing plans.

Learn about incentives for working while still receiving disability benefits, such as the trial work period, continuation of Medicare and credit for impairment-related work expenses.

Find out how working after beginning to receive retirement benefits can lead to increases or decreases in benefits.

Learn how you can prevent identity theft and what you can do if you’re a victim.

Learn how special payments for work done before retirement, such as bonuses, vacation pay and commissions, do not count toward the Social Security earnings limit.

Learn about special services available from Social Security for people who are blind or have low vision.

Find out how your Social Security benefits could be affected if you’re eligible for a pension from work not covered by Social Security.

SSA Publication No. 05-10121. Get the web address for the online services available from Social Security.

SSA Publication No. 05-10008. Certain family members may be eligible to receive monthly benefits, including a one-time payment of $255.

SSA Publication No. 05-10002. Find out who needs a Social Security number and how to get one.