Social Security Home Page Has People Talking

(February, 2009)

Not long ago, Social Security unveiled a newly redesigned homepage at www.socialsecurity.gov. It’s the same location, but a much-improved design. The public agrees that the new page is more welcoming, easier to navigate, and includes improved graphics. All of the same important information is there, but in a more visually-appealing way.

Here is what some visitors to the new home page told us:

• "Think your new web page is great! Easy to navigate and full of info for us retired folk. Thanks!"
• "I just saw your new design and I love it. It is so much easier to find your way around. Thank you."
• "Great design and the video tour is also a great touch."
• "Outstanding! Clear, precise details make moving around the site for info very easy. The larger font is great for we seniors."
• "I really like the new web page. It is finally organized the way it should be, by categories."

Important services many visitors look for are right in the center of the page: applying for retirement; applying for disability; and requesting a Social Security card. Major program topics run along the top of the page, such as retirement, survivors, disability, Supplemental Security Income and Medicare. And more information can be found along the left and right columns, including news, online services, frequently asked questions and information for specific groups and people.

Visit the website and see for yourself what everyone is raving about! Everything you need from Social Security is front and center at www.socialsecurity.gov.

Ginny Jordan is a Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration. Her weekly column on all things Social Security appears in the Sunday Edition of the Sun-Sentinel.

Ginny has agreed to let us reprint her articles here for your convenience.

Thank you Ginny!