Social Security Benefits

While you work, taxes are taken from your pay to put into the social security system. When/if you retire or become disabled, you,your spouse and your dependent children receive monthly benefits that are based on your reported earnings. Also, your survivors can collect benefits if you die. The Social Security system keeps track of your earnings and benefits through your unique nine-digit social security number.

Most of the people on MSA also receive or are eligible to receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Social Security Benefits (RSDI).

Applications for SSI/RSDI are handled through the local Social Security office, not county offices.

For information on how and where to apply for SSI/RSDI, call the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213.