In just eight days, millions of beneficiaries will receive the December payment of Supplemental Security Income, which can be as much as $943.
Recipients will get two payments this month since the upcoming distribution is set for Nov. 29, given that Dec. 1 falls on a Sunday, and payments are not made on holidays or weekends.
SSI payments are given to people living with debilitating disabilities that affect their income, per the Social Security Administration. Beneficiaries must fulfill specific criteria, including being partially blind or having a physical or mental condition that significantly restricts their daily activities for a duration of 12 months or longer, or is anticipated to lead to death.
The total received varies based on how many retirees submit their applications. Individuals filing on their own may be eligible for as much as $943 each month, while couples who file together could receive a maximum of $1,415. Additionally, essential caregivers for SSI recipients can obtain up to $472. The rise in these amounts has reached 3.2% compared to the previous year, driven by inflationary pressures.
There is no link between SSI disability payments and standard Social Security benefits. Receiving Social Security payments does not guarantee eligibility for SSI payments, and the same applies in reverse.