Social Security is using Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through October 15 of 2018, as a chance to inform Hispanics of all the programs Social Security has available when they reach retirement age or become disabled and unable to work. The month is dedicated to honoring the contributions of Hispanic Americans, who currently makeup nearly 18 percent of the entire U.S. population.
“We want to share with all Hispanics, particularly those of you who are younger, information about how Social Security helps support you now, what we mean for your future, and our commitment to be there with you throughout your life’s journey. By knowing our benefits and basic services, you can see how we can help you secure today and tomorrow,” wrote Jim Borland, Social Security acting commissioner for communications.
Name Change On Social Security Card
One of the most frequent requests Social Security receives is a name change on a Social Security card. Through marriage or other life events, millions of Americans change their name, and when they do so, they need an updated Social Security card.
If someone legally changes their name, they need to tell Social Security so the agency can send an updated card. Changes to your name cannot be completed online with Social Security. To change your name on your card, you must show Social Security documents proving your legal name change and identity. You also must show Social Security a document proving your U.S. citizenship, if it is not already in the agency’s records. You must present original documents or copies certified by the agency that issued them. Social Security can’t accept photocopies or notarized copies.
