Efficiency Is Winning…read more I had a positive experience at this Social Security office, especially considering the reputation these offices sometimes get. I live in Downtown San Diego but I needed an appointment within 2 weeks. Q: How long did it take to make the appointment? A: The phone call to reschedule the appointment took about 45 minutes, which honestly was the least efficient part of the process. This could definitely be improved. Q: Was parking difficult? A: Not at all. Parking was easy and convenient when I arrived. Q: Did they take walk-ins? A: Yes. The security guard asked whether I had an appointment or was a walk-in. When I arrived around 10:30 a.m. on a Friday, there was only one person waiting for walk-in services. By the time I left, there were about seven people waiting, so it definitely became busier closer to 11:30 a.m. I don't know the wait time for walk-ins, though. TIP: The first seatingrow closest to the kiosk is the waiting row/line for walk-ins Q: Were you seen on time? A: Yes, actually earlier than my appointment time because I arrived early. That was impressive. Q: What was the office environment like? A: The office was clean, organized, and calm. Even the bathrooms were clean. Q: How was the staff? A: Excellent. The security guard was firm but personable and maintained order without making the environment uncomfortable. I was helped at Window 6, and although I unfortunately didn't get the gentleman's name, he was , thorough and professional without judgment. Q: What was your appointment for? A: I was submitting documentation related to conservatorship and was also able to get a copy of a benefits verification letter during the same visit. TIP: be clear on your appointment description because that will determine how much you can get done in one appointment. Q: How long did the actual appointment take? A: About 30 minutes total, and it moved quickly because I brought all the required documentation with me. Q: Was check-in easy? A: Yes. There is a self check-in kiosk, and you may also receive a QR code by text. I used the kiosk without any issues. Just make sure you have your Social Security number available. Overall, I would recommend this location. I need an appointment in San Diego within 2 weeks and this was the only location that was available The actual in-office process was efficient, organized, and much smoother than expected. My biggest recommendation would be: bring all your documents and mid morning appointments may be best. Parking lot was full at 11:35 a.m. "Efficiency matters when people are navigating important life situations."

Made an appt ahead of time, brought everything they told me to and got there a little bit early ~…read morewas such an easy experience! Christian (?) helped me out and was so quick and friendly, and the gentleman working security was so kind and helpful. I think as long as you come prepared, this place is a total breeze :) Thanks for the help today everyone!

I logged into my social security account online and completed my name change application. I was…read moregiven an appointment to come to the Social Security office right away. A day before I received a text reminding me of my appointment. When I arrived to the Social Security office I checked in using my mobile phone from the text I received to check in. Then they text me my ticket number. Once my ticket number was called I received another text with the window number to go to. The guy at the window was super friendly saw my documents and told me I should receive my new card in 2 weeks. He also informed me that after 24 hours their system will be updated with my new name and I could go to the DMV to process my new Driver License with my updated name. The entire process took 15 min. It was super fast and I love how easy they have made it with the update text messages.

A most cordial agent at window 4 was both efficient and friendly. Thanks to appointments the wait…read morewas brief and pleasant. Very enjoyable visit. Couldn't be better. David Rawlins

As a mobile notary, I visit there pretty often. Staff working there is always friendly and kind. I…read morehardly had to wait any longer than 20-30mins, which is awesome Thank you for your services and being respectful, supportive!

The staff inside the visiting check in area are much nicer than they used to be. They switched out…read moreemployees and it is definitely appreciated. Times are already uncomfortable enough when having to visit a loved one in jail, the last thing the community/visitors need is a rude information assistant treating us like we're a problem.. It's good to be treated with respect and like a normal person by the women that are upfront now. This change makes the process a lot less intimidating and more comfortable. You are the first face a person sees when our loved ones go to jail, and the first voice we hear when we call.. The first impressions will make or break you and dictate how the entire interaction falls into place. I'm sure the sheriff's dept doesnt need anymore negativity coming from the community. Smart choice to put the mature, respectful, smiling people up front!

Definitely bring things to do, including laptop as they have WIFI. The staff is well-organized and…read morecommunication was great.

The North County Regional Center's Jury Department is surprisingly a well-oiled machine…read more Get there early if you want to snag a spot in their quiet room and if you want to do less standing/waiting to get through the metal detector. Parking is free and closeby. When you are waiting in line to get in, there is someone with a megaphone to inform you what's allowed/not allowed inside. Very helpful! We entered this large juror lounge. There's vending machines and restrooms. You are given instructions and what to expect. You get a not-so-boring, sometimes funny speech from one of the judges. I appreciated his transparency, as well as the transparency from the department as a whole. You get the sense that they don't want to waste your time. Then you get shown two videos - one about the role of the jury, providing definitions about each term they use (even the definition of implicit bias!) and another about the CASA volunteer opportunity. Subtitles could have been a nice feature for those hard of hearing, etc. If you are free to go, they provide you with a timecard paper to stamp on your way out. Not too shabby, North County Regional Center. I sat for 4 hours, was provided with 3 breaks, was given consistent updates, and was not selected. For those that get hangry, I would recommend that you bring more snacks than you think you need. Be prepared with a book, Wordle puzzles, a computer, podcasts, audiobooks, etc. A bit of waiting around and you can be "productive"...or not. See you in a year or more...

Thank you, Cesar for all of your help! You were extremely kind and went out of your way to help me…read morewith my paperwork. Five star treatment all the way.

Getting called for jury duty is never convenient but it happens. I got my notification in the mail…read morethat I had to call on thanksgiving to find out if I was in or not. I called, put my info in and found out I had to go the following week. Fast forward to the day I had to go. I had to be there at 7:30 am, that's a bit rough. Parking was easy and plentiful. I arrived early to find a long line that only got longer as I waited. Finally, they started letting people in about 8 am or so, but it was slow going. Once inside it was like airport screening. You put your stuff on the conveyor belt and walk through and get wanded if they detect metal. You are then scanned in before you enter a big open airy room with lots of seating. I found a padded chair and sat and waited. They keep you pretty informed throughout the process. We had to watch 4 videos. There were forms to fill out if you couldn't serve due to financial hardship, caregiving etc. after all of that is done you wait. There are bathrooms, coffee vending and regular vending machines. They called the names of the jurors who got picked and at least half the room left (it was pretty full). The rest of us were on standby and got to leave by noon because the other cases didn't need us. All in all, it was a pretty easy experience. The building is nice inside and it flowed smoothly. The participants were very diverse. And the staff was mostly friendly.

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As an attorney, I have to pick up discovery for my clients that is with the district attorney. In…read moreVista, Kitty is the receptionist and she is always so sweet. I'd prefer to come pick up discovery at this location just to see her because she is so funny and has great stories. For discovery, they charge $10 per disc that you have to pick up in person. Be sure to bring cash or a check because they do not take cards. I will come back because my job requires, but I will definitely bring some of my mom's Christmas cookies for Kitty because she is so great.

Dropped in to apply for a Business License and pay the required fee…read more I was helped by a few clerks who were friendly and welcoming. Zeb, Alberto and Susana were wonderful! Thank you for providing excellent customer service.

Double gold stars. I had had two interactions with the Oceanside, CA., Social Security Office. Both…read morehave been above and beyond what my expectations would be. After trying to get through on the federal line, understandably clogged due to recent changes in the law ( yay) , I was unable to get someone on the line or make an appointment in our local office. So, I was resigned to go and stand in what I believed would be a very long line to have a very simple question answered. I decided to try to call the local office. I did wait on the line, but not very long. Luckily , a professional and well information agent, Rolf, answered the phone. Very quickly my question was addressed. Greatly relieved! Many thanks. Its not an easy job, for sure.

Went in for a records request for a body cam and dash cam footage and they were very accommodating…read moreand very helpful. Thank you.

I will always support our first responders this review has nothing to do with them, whoever was…read moreanswering calls this Saturday morning was one of the most rude people I have ever had to deal with. Actually insane

Front door is a Hispanic lady not friendly at all but inside is a white girls who is very…read morefriendly,nice and helpful I recommend this place

Great Staff doing what is clearly a thankless job of Taking Care of Everybody and Anyone, who walks…read moreinto the office. If you Show Up, having done some Effective Preparation, will be Key to an Efficient and Successful Visit or Appointment. Immigration processes can indeed be both complicated And difficult. However, it is Not the Job of the ASC Staff to play Nanny for Countless Unprepared Applicants, who should behave like responsible adults instead of completely helpless children with a Sense of Entitlement. Help the Staff that Wants to help you. If you are literate enough to have read this, I recommend you Come Prepared.

My previous review got shadowbanned after I tried to edit it to fix the wording. In summary, I got…read moreput into Exodus Recovery for a 5150 lockup because of reasons outside of my control. The bedding there was just hard mats that I couldn't even sleep in at all and I was turning more insane in there due to the fact that it was too cold in there, so they had to sedate me and release me a day later because nothing was working. To everybody reading this, if you think that sending somebody to a mental ward here while they have a mental crisis is going to fix their mental crisis, it doesn't and actually makes that person who got put in there even worse, so don't.

Murielle a female supervisor there was amazing she went above and beyond literally solved all my…read moreissues in one office visit gives this place good reputable customer service to the public and the people's needs and assistance thank you so much appreciate her a lot someone need to give this women a raise dealing with all the other employees slack she was amazing thank you so much for excellent customer service. Appreciate you more than you'll know.