Social Security Retirement Benefits - Social Security Office

710 Alabama St., Bellingham, WA 98225

Hours

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Application process

Submit an application online (English only), or call to set up an appointment.

Service area

Whatcom County, WA

Description

A monthly check that replaces part of your income when you reduce your hours or stop working altogether. It may not replace all your income so it's best to identify other ways to pay for your monthly expenses as you age.

Providing organization

Social Security

Administers retirement, disability, survivor, and family benefits, and enrolls individuals in Medicare. Also provides Social Security Numbers, which are unique identifiers needed to work, handle financial transactions, and determine eligibility for certain government services.