Patrons need help understanding Social Security?

Daniel writes “People wanting relative simple information on Social Security benefits, disability, etc can now point their browsers at http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/englist.html. The publications are available in English and Spanish and include pamphlets in these areas:

Introduction To The Social Security Program
Social Security Number
Disability Benefits
Retirement Benefits
Subjects Of Special Interest
Survivors Benefits
Work And Earnings
Supplemental Security Income Program (SSI)
Other Information
The Appeals Process

Patrons who are blind or otherwise disabled can obtain copies of the publications by contacting the Braille Services Team, or by calling your local Social Security office, or calling our toll free number, 1-800-772-1213. When you contact us please have the following information available.

Name and SSA Publication No. of the pamphlet or factsheet you want.
Your preferred format (Braille, audio cassette tape, 3.5 inch disk, or enlarged print).
Name, mailing address, and telephone number where we should send the requested publication.
Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.”