TWICE AS NICE: Social Security is sending out double payments next month worth $943 – but don’t expect another before end of year

According to The Sun, Millions of Americans will receive two payments in November, but there will be no payments in December. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a program within Social Security that provides monthly payments to individuals with disabilities and older adults.

In November, Social Security recipients will receive three checks: two SSI payments and their regular Social Security check. Social Security checks are designated for those aged 62 and older, who receive government-issued retirement income.

Payment Schedule

The extra check this November is due to the calendar year, as payments are typically issued on the first of each month unless it falls on a weekend. Since December 1 falls on a Sunday, SSI beneficiaries will receive their payments on November 1 and November 29, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA) calendar. The payment on November 29 is technically for December, meaning there will be no SSI checks issued in December.

Interestingly, claimants will see a payment on December 31, but this will be for the January check. This is because the first day of January is a holiday.

Those who qualify for the maximum SSI payment will receive up to $943.

Looking Ahead

Looking further into the calendar, both January and February will also have unusual payment schedules, as they both fall on holidays. For example, payments issued on February 28 will cover March’s benefits, with no payments for March 2025. Additionally, May 2025 will see two payments, with none in June.

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What is SSI?

SSI is one of four main types of Social Security benefits, alongside Retirement, Social Security Disability Insurance, and Survivor benefits. The SSI program provides financial assistance to nearly eight million elderly and disabled Americans with low incomes and limited resources, including millions of disabled children.

To qualify for assistance, individuals must have less than $2,000 in assets, while couples may have up to $3,000. To be eligible for monthly payments, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be at least age 65, or be blind or disabled
• Have limited income
• Have limited resources
• Be a U.S. citizen, national of the U.S., or certain non-citizens
• Reside in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or the Northern Mariana Islands

For more information on income levels and eligibility requirements, visit the Social Security website.