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Temple, Texas Benefits and Offices

This page gathers the local offices in Temple where older adults can apply for benefits and get free help: Social Security, Texas Health and Human Services benefits offices, Medicaid help, the Area Agency on Aging, and free Medicare counseling through HICAP. Statewide programs are listed on the Texas benefits page.

Social Security offices

Social Security Administration — 511 North Main, Temple, TX 76501

This Social Security office helps people with retirement, disability, and SSI benefits. Staff can help you apply, check a claim, sign up for Medicare, or replace a card. Bring a photo ID and any letters Social Security sent you. The agency makes all benefit decisions.

AgencySocial Security Administration
Address511 North Main, Temple, TX 76501
ServicesRetirement and disability benefit help, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) help, Medicare sign-up help, Social Security cards and records
NoteNearest Social Security office for Killeen (no SSA field office in Killeen per the SSA locator). Address from the locator list view; phone and hours not yet detail-verified.
SourceSocial Security Administration (www.ssa.gov) — checked November 9, 2026

Benefits across Texas

Statewide programs, income limits, and how to apply are on the Texas benefits page.

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