Roslindale Social Security Office
4238 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Roslindale Social Security office is one of 30 field offices in Massachusetts. It is the closest office for residents of Roslindale and 6 nearby communities, roughly 205,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Roxbury, about 3.7 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 6
- people in service area
- 205K
- to next-nearest office
- 3.7 mi
- offices in Massachusetts
- 30
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 331-9173
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Roslindale 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 (866) 331-9173 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 Roslindale office
Going towards Forest Hills on Washington St we are the building on the right after the Public Library- we are located between Poplar Street and Cummins highway- the office is located on the 2nd floor of the Bldg.
Roslindale office location
Services at the Roslindale Social Security office
Staff at the Roslindale 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.
Towns served by the Roslindale office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Roslindale office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 6 surrounding communities, the largest is Brookline (62,726 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Brookline, MA | 2.7 mi | 62,726 |
| Needham, MA | 5.8 mi | 32,048 |
| Needham (CDP), MA | 5.3 mi | 31,177 |
| Milton, MA | 3.9 mi | 28,388 |
| Dedham (CDP), MA | 3.6 mi | 25,330 |
| Dedham, MA | 3.7 mi | 25,240 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Roslindale office
- The Roslindale 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 Roslindale office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 331-9173 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 331-9173 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Roslindale, this is the closest office for about 6 surrounding communities, including Brookline, Dedham (CDP), Dedham, Milton, Needham (CDP). There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Roxbury, about 3.7 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.