Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients are facing disappointment as the Social Security Administration has indicated that there will be no SSI checks issued in December 2023. This decision stems from the agency’s structured payment schedule, where payments are typically distributed on the first of the month, unless that falls on a weekend or holiday. In December, SSI recipients will receive their payments on December 1, which is set to cover the entire month. The next round of checks will not occur until January 2024. The payment schedule was initially externalized by the SSI rules which factored in previous months’ eligibility determinations, and the concern among recipients is that many rely on these payments for essential expenses and budgeting. Some recipients express frustration at the overlap of the holiday season, noting that the change may cause financial strain during a typically expensive time of year. In a statement, financial expert Sarah Johnson emphasized, ‘For many SSI recipients, December marks a critical time when financial resources are stretched.’ While some advocates argue that the monthly schedule is clear, others call for more flexible payment options to accommodate low-income individuals more effectively. Further information from the Social Security Administration highlights that April 2024 will see a deviation in payment schedules to remedy this situation, providing those in need a clearer understanding of future disbursements.
No Supplemental Security Income Check Scheduled for December
