The Social Security Administration is sending retirement checks on December 20. Even though some seniors can get up to $4,555, it is not something common. Instead, most seniors expect about $1,849, an average payment.
Some of these retirees who are on Social Security may qualify for Food Stamps too. This is possible when they have a low income. For example, some seniors may live with their grandchildren so they may have additional expenses.
The largest amount a family can get on Food Stamps if you are three members is $766, but most get $598 on average. Social Security will arrive today for some seniors, so let’s see who is eligible.
WHO CAN RECEIVE A SOCIAL SECURITY PAYMENT TODAY IN THE USA?
If you did not receive benefits before May 1997, then, this check may be yours. But first, you must have your birthday from the 11th to the 20th. So, get ready for a check worth up to $4,555 if you meet the birth date requirement.
Despite the fact that millions of Americans are looking forward to the 3.2% COLA increase, it will not arrive today. Seniors on retirement benefits will have to wait until January to get about $59 extra.
Undoubtedly, this extra money from Social Security will be necessary to make ends meet. Medical expenses are many in retirement and they are becoming more and more expensive.
The Social Security Administration believes that seniors will receive about $1,907 on average next January, up from $1,849. But if your payment is not enough you may be on SNAP benefits (Food Stamps) at the same time.
STATES WHERE FOOD STAMPS ARE PAID THROUGH DECEMBER 20
If you are on Social Security and collect Food Stamps too, you may receive your check in New Mexico, Ohio, Tennessee, and Washington. This will be your payday if you did not qualify for any other previous payment.
For example, if you live in New Mexico and your Social Security Number ends in 00, 20, 40, 60, or 80, you will receive your Food Stamps on December 20, 2023 as well.
Those on Social Security and Food Stamps in Ohio whose case number ends in 9 will receive their SNAP benefits today too. If you are just one member you can get up to $291.
Tennessee uses the last 2 digits of the head of household’s SSN. If it ends in 95-99, you will receive your SNAP checks on December 20, 2023 too. Washington will also pay SNAP benefits on December 20 if eligible. If on retirement and Food Stamps, you can cash $2,447 on average payments.