The Social Security Administration issued a reminder on Thursday that while local offices are closed to the public, Social Security benefits are being paid.

“I want you to hear directly from me how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting our services,” Social Security Commissioner Andrew Saul said in a news release. “The first thing you should know is that we continue to pay benefits. Be aware that scammers may try to trick you into thinking the pandemic is stopping your Social Security payments but that is not true. Don’t be fooled.”

Many Social Security services and help with Social Security matters are available online at www.socialsecurity.gov.

If someone has a need that cannot be addressed online, they can call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213.

Visit the SSA COVID-19 web page at www.socialsecurity.gov/coronavirus/ to learn what services are continuing and which are suspended, how to contact SSA, and important information about deadlines SSA is extending to ease the burden on the public and medical providers during the pandemic.