Gardner, MA Social Security office at 354 Main St Ste 2, 01440
354 Main St Ste 2, Gardner, MA 01440
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Gardner Social Security office is one of 30 field offices in Massachusetts, serving Worcester County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Gardner and 25 nearby communities, roughly 105,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Fitchburg, about 9.6 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 25
- people in service area
- 105K
- to next-nearest office
- 9.6 mi
- offices in Massachusetts
- 30
- county
- Worcester County
Phone
- Local:
- (844) 371-8116
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-978-630-2112
Gardner office hours
Hours belowOpen 9am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and federal holidays.
| Monday | 9am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 4pm |
| Friday | 9am to 4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (844) 371-8116 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one.
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number.
- Bring original documents for your request, for a new or replacement card, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status.
- Many tasks don't need a visit: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
Directions to the Gardner office
- Take exit 22 off of route 2.
- Take 1st exit off Rotary and continue Straight.on left you will see the Eye and Lasik Center.
- Enter parking Lot.
- We are located next to the Eye and Lasik Center.
Gardner office location
Services at the Gardner Social Security office
Staff at the Gardner office handle the full range of Social Security business, including:
- Apply for a new or replacement Social Security card
- Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), or SSI benefits
- Change your name on your Social Security record
- Update direct deposit and mailing address
- Request proof of benefits or a benefit verification letter
- Get help enrolling in Medicare
- Check the status of an application or appeal
Want to prepare first? See our guides on getting an award letter, checking your earnings record, and when to claim retirement.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Gardner office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Ashburnham, MA | Gardner office | 3.9 mi |
| Templeton, MA | Gardner office | 4.3 mi |
| Westminster, MA | Gardner office | 4.5 mi |
| Baldwinville, MA | Gardner office | 5.1 mi |
| Hubbardston, MA | Gardner office | 5.1 mi |
| Ashburnham, MA | Gardner office | 6.6 mi |
| Winchendon, MA | Gardner office | 7.6 mi |
| Phillipston, MA | Gardner office | 8.1 mi |
| Winchendon (CDP), MA | Gardner office | 8.5 mi |
| Princeton, MA | Gardner office | 9.8 mi |
| Petersham (CDP), MA | Gardner office | 11.4 mi |
| Barre (CDP), MA | Gardner office | 11.6 mi |
Show all 25 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Athol, MA | Gardner office | 12.1 mi |
| Athol CDP, MA | Gardner office | 12.1 mi |
| Barre, MA | Gardner office | 12.1 mi |
| Royalston, MA | Gardner office | 12.9 mi |
| Rindge, NH | Gardner office | 13 mi |
| Petersham, MA | Gardner office | 13.7 mi |
| Orange, MA | Gardner office | 15.5 mi |
| Orange CDP, MA | Gardner office | 16.2 mi |
| New Salem, MA | Gardner office | 18.7 mi |
| Hardwick, MA | Gardner office | 18.8 mi |
| Wendell, MA | Gardner office | 21.2 mi |
| Erving, MA | Gardner office | 22.3 mi |
| Millers Falls, MA | Gardner office | 25.5 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Gardner office
- The Gardner office is generally open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, and closed on weekends and federal holidays. The live status and full weekly hours are at the top of this page, call ahead, as hours can change.
- Do I need an appointment at the Gardner office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (844) 371-8116 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (844) 371-8116 (TTY 1-978-630-2112), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Gardner, this is the closest office for about 25 surrounding communities, including South Ashburnham, Templeton, Westminster, Baldwinville, Hubbardston. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Fitchburg, about 9.6 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
- In most states you can request a replacement card online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, no office visit needed. You can also check applications, request benefit letters, and update direct deposit there.