Keeping you informed about our benefits and services is important to us. Preparing for retirement is one of the most significant decisions you can make and we’re here to help. A great place to start is our retirement portal at www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement.

Our website has helped millions of people get ready for and apply for Social Security retirement benefits. On our site, you can:

• Find the information you need, quickly and easily.
• Learn about the benefits.
• Be better prepared to apply for retirement benefits online.
• Create your personal my Social Security account to manage your retirement benefits.

Our retirement benefits portal is easy to use, whether you are ready to learn about, apply for, or manage your retirement benefits. You’ll find the portal pleasing to the eye, informative, and optimized for mobile devices.

Visit our retirement benefits portal today at www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement to “Learn,” “Apply,” and “Manage” your retirement benefits. While you’re there, subscribe to receive retirement information and updates.

Jeri Fields is the manager of the district Social Security office in Ironton.