SSI is the Supplemental Security Income benefit. It is the best way to get more money if you are receiving SSDI or retirement benefits. Seniors and people with a disability can apply for them.
The main requirement is to have a low income. So. if you have never received SSI, it is time to apply if you cannot make ends meet. Those who get Supplemental Security Income will get a new payment on December 29.
Yes, this will be the second check beneficiaries will get in December 2023. However, this is not a bonus payment. This is your SSI check for January, so do not forget to keep it for the next month.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE DECEMBER 29 SSI CHECK?
This Supplemental Security Income check will only be for those who got the approval of the Administration. That means you do not qualify if you have not filed first for this payment.
Thus, all SSI beneficiaries will receive a January check on December 29, 2023. These payments will bring the COLA boost. As a matter of fact, all beneficiaries will get 3.2% more than in their December 1 check.
SSI checks are just a supplement, so the maximum amounts are not as high as those who receive retirement or disability benefits. It is of vital importance that you also apply for SNAP if you are on disability benefits.
SNAP can give you monthly checks to buy food. All the money you save on food can be spent on other expenses like bills, gas, mortgage or even more food if necessary.
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME AMOUNTS FOR DECEMBER 29
The largest check a person on SSI can receive is $943 on December 29. The current amount is $914, so benefits will go up slightly. Of course, it is not such a great jump as in 2023.
Since all SSI beneficiaries got 8.7% more in 2023, they may expect a larger increase in 2024. Therefore, it could be disappointing. Anyway, focus on the positive side and be happy you are getting up to 29 dollars extra per month.
Getting a reduction would have been worse. Married couples receive SSI checks worth up to $1,371 in 2023. The December 29 maximum amount will be $1,415. Getting 44 dollars may be possible for those who are entitled to the largest amount in 2024.
Essential persons can also benefit from this COLA boost arriving on December 29, 2023. Their new maximum amount will be $472, up from $458. If you do not have a low income, you may know someone who does. Help them apply for SSI.