The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) represents a vital source of income for those in the need. Every month, more than 4.4 million Americans rely on this benefit to cover their basic expenses: if you are among those who depend on support, this information is for you.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) disburses all SSI payments on the first day of every month. However, in case the first day falls on a weekend or holiday, the payment will be advanced to the nearest previous business day. This regularity in the distribution of funds provides some stability to those who depend on SSI for their monthly livelihood.
According to the SSA, SSI payments will begin on April 1, and they are expected to arrive correctly on that day. However, if you do not receive your payment on time, the SSA recommends waiting at least three days from the shipment and resorting, first, to your bank, to determine if there is some problem with your bank account or from the bank.
If everything seems normal at the bank and with your account, and still your payment has not arrived, you can contact the SSA through its official channels, either by phone or by email, or by visiting your local SSA agency.
Other Payment Dates to Consider
Usually, SSi beneficiaries who are receiving their payments since before May 1997, who have Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) have a different deposit date. However, this month both types of beneficiaries will also receive their payment on April 1. As for the payment of the SSDI, it will be carried out on Wednesdays of each week, according to the schedule established for this benefit.
Now, you may be wondering: can a person get SSI and SSDI at the same time? the answer is that yes, a beneficiary can qualify for both benefit programs, but there are certain requirements that he must meet. First, to receive SSI, a person must have a low income and few economic resources. This program is designed to help those who have financial difficulties due to age, disability and permanent blindness.
On the other hand, the SSDI program is provided to people who have worked and paid the respective Social Security taxes, and who are now disabled from working due to illness or injury. Now, how can you receive both benefits at the same time? The key is in the amount of benefits received. If a person receives an SSDI benefit that is less than the maximum SSI amount, he or she may be eligible to receive both benefits. This is known as a “combination of benefits” and can help people get more comprehensive financial support.
Take into consideration that every case is unique, and each of them must be meticulously reviewed by SSA officers to determine if the person qualifies for one or the other of the programs, or for both. In your application, be totally sincere and accurate with the information you provide because hiding information or lying could lead to rejection or delay in granting benefits, and that might be a great problem.