When do I get my Social Security, SSI benefits? First round of November payments comes this week

After two checks in October, November won't have a SSI payment. Here's when you'll get your disability payments this month.

Beware this new ‘high-pressure’ Social Security scam targeting US seniors — here’s what you need to know to protect yourself

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) for the Social Security Administration is warning seniors about a new scam that ...

Social Security Offices Are Open With Reduced Services As Shutdown Becomes Longest In U.S. History

The federal government shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history, is affecting services across multiple agencies, including ...
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November Social Security payment schedule: Here's what to know

Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect their November payment on Oct. 31 since Nov. 1 falls on a weekend.

Staffing shortages impact some Social Security offices. Here's the latest.

At least three local Social Security offices around the nation closed early this week due to staffing shortages, the agency ...
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Government shutdown begins. Are Social Security payments affected? Offices open? What to know

Social Security payments will continue during a shutdown because they are not funded through the annual budget. Some SSA services could face delays as the agency furloughs over 6,000 employees. Nearly ...

Social Security COLA hike coming in 2026. Don’t expect it to feel like a raise

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...

Trump Team Vows to Protect Social Security, Even as It Proposes Cuts to Parts of the Program

The Trump administration is exploring ways to reduce costs and extend the lifespan of Social Security benefits. Here are some of their ideas.