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For specific/additional publications on Social Security Administration services, see the SSA website. For Social security SSI and Medicare, call the Lacrosse office or (800) 772-1213 to schedule an appointment, to file a claim, etc, from 7:00am to 7:00pm EST.
You can also request a replacement Medicare card online at
https://www.medicare.gov/basics/get-started-with-medicare/using-medicare/your-medicare-card
Your Medicare card will arrive in the mail in about 30 days. If you prefer, or if you are unable to use the online request to obtain a replacement Medicare card, you can also visit a local office. For the office closest to you, try the Field Office Locator at www.socialsecurity.gov/locator/
Homeless coordinator assists in applications with homeless individuals. When working with an individual to get SS or SSI, be sure to alert the Homeless Coordinator that the individual is homeless. Also, the Social Security Disability Determination Bureau has identified people to work with homeless individuals. These specialized channels should help expedite claims for homeless people
Work incentives and Planning Assistance Program (WIPA) - WIPA Benefits Specialists help SS-D/SSI beneficiaries who are interested in working to understand the effects of work on their benefits. To find the WIPA Benefit Specialist nearest you, visit: https://secure.ssa.gov/apps10/oesp/providers.nsf/bystate
Ticket to Work Program - A voluntary program that offers SS-D and SSI beneficiaries, age 18 through 64, expanded opportunities to obtain the services and supports they need to work. SSA issues 'tickets' to beneficiaries with disabilities that can be used to get assistance from approved service providers called "employment Networks" (ENs). Examples of services that ENs might provide are vocational rehabilitation, training, and job placement. Learn more at www.socialsecurity.gov/work or call the toll-free number in state:
(866) 986-7842 Ticket to Work,
(800) 772-1213 Medicare Replacement Cards,
Main: (608) 784-5605