There are 1 social security offices located in Gary.
Social Security offices are currently closed due to COVID-19, with appointments only being made for pressing cases.
This page provides information on how to get the Social Security information you need without risking your health,
along with office hours, location, phone number, pictures, driving instructions and reviews.
Selected Social Security Office in Gary
Social Security Office Address
This office is located at 808 South Lake Street, Gary, IN - 46403
Social Security Office Pictures
Social Security Office Phone Number
(866) 593-2911
Social Security Office Hours With Most/Least Crowded Times
As of March 17, this office will be closed until further notice due to COVID-19. The office is still accepting mail and online applications.
Monday
Open from 9am to 4pm.
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Saturday
Closed
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Closed
"Beautiful experience the security guard help me to getting in didn't know how to work the machine he helped and the lady behind the desk was so pleasant my real tree thank you"
Willie Freeman - October, 2019
"Been approved for my ssi for over a month and all they need is my bank info so I can start getting my money and none returns my calls or answers the phone and I been trying everyday for a month now this is not very professional"
Jimmie Piper - December, 2019
"As busy as the office was, I was very impressed with the speed, courtesy, and completeness of the service I received."
Gregg Hodgson - April, 2018
"Very helpful"
David Tomei - August, 2019
"Usually I go to the office in person and have no problems, I recently had a baby so I had to contact the office by phone. I spoke with someone named Ms. Jackson who was extremely rude and tried to talk over me the whole time and hung up in my face after I asked to speak with someone else. She needs some serious customer service training"
Tinieda Edwards - December, 2016
Navigating the Social Security Office during COVID-19
Today, applying for Social Security benefits or a card can usually be handled online or by phone, without
needing to make an appointment at your local Social Security office. We break down the answers to some of the
most frequently asked questions around navigating Social Security from home.
Which Social Security benefits am I eligible for?
Your Social Security income is made up of 3 potential benefits. Your earned benefit, your spousal
benefit and your survivor benefit. The eligibility for each of these benefits depends on a number of
factors including your income, marital status, and length of marriage.
Find out the benefits you are eligible for and what your income with our 2-minute quiz.
For most people applying for benefits, you can apply online or over the phone, and skip going to the office altogether. Use a checklist to ensure you have all the information and documentation you need to apply.
Funeral homes typically handle reporting of a death to the SSA.
However, you will need to provide the funeral home with the deceased’s Social Security number for them to do so. Note that deaths cannot be reported online.
If you want to report the person’s death yourself, call the SSA at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
You also visit your local Social Security office in person.
Our guide on Social Security survivors benefits helps to navigate your options in order to make the most of what you are owed after a death.
If your Social Security card is lost or stolen, you can get a replacement card free of charge.
Log into—or create an account on —
My Social Security,
and you can apply directly there. However, you will need to provide original documentation in order to create an account.
Our guide explains what you need to replace the card.
What should I do if I get a call from a potential Social Security scammer?
Scam calls from Social Security have increased, particularly since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
These fraudsters might claim there is a problem with your Social Security account, benefits, or number.
They will often solicit or demand some form of payment in exchange for resolving the problem.
If you receive a questionable call, hang up and immediately report the call directly to the
Office of the Social Security Inspector General.
As new scams emerge every day, it’s critical to stay informed of the latest scams in order to keep yourself and your finances safe online.
Read the summary above to see if you need to go in to the office. If you are looking to get answers
to questions but don’t need the office, check our FAQ.
You may need documents like your US passport, US birth certificate, Social Security card, divorce
decree or others.
See our checklist for full details depending on your situation.
