What is the Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? - AARP
Feb 24, 2020 · Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a benefit program managed by the Social Security Administration that provides monthly payments to people who are older, blind or have a …
Who is eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, is a federal benefit program administered by the Social Security Administration that provides safety-net financial support for people in need. You may …
How 2026 Social Security Changes Could Affect You - AARP
Nov 17, 2025 · Inflation has ticked up in recent months, resulting in a 2.8 percent COLA for 2026 for people receiving Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments. That’s up from …
COLA 2026: Will Social Security Disability Get a Boost? - AARP
Oct 29, 2025 · So people collecting Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), the two types of payments Social Security administers for people unable to work due …
When Are Social Security Benefits Paid in December? - AARP
Nov 26, 2025 · Most recipients get their Social Security benefits on a Wednesday — but which Wednesday depends on your birthday. Here’s how the payment cycle works.
Can You Suspend Social Security and Restart Benefits Later?
Apr 4, 2025 · Suspension is flexible. You can ask Social Security to resume payments at any time until you turn 70. If you haven’t done it by then, Social Security will automatically reinstate your benefits at …
How Marriage Affects SSI Eligibility and Benefits - AARP
Dec 27, 2024 · Find out how marital status impacts Social Security Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and what the term ‘marriage penalty’ term means.
Can You Get Both SSDI and SSI Disability Benefits? - AARP
Jun 8, 2021 · See if you should apply for both SSDI and SSI, two Social Security programs for disabled beneficiaries that can work concurrently depending on income.
Social Security Proposing SSI Income Rule Change - AARP
Oct 1, 2024 · Because SSI is a means-tested program, Social Security considers a wide range of income and financial support in determining eligibility. The monthly payments can be reduced or …
Biggest Social Security Changes for 2025 - AARP
Aug 18, 2025 · The COLA is applied to all Social Security payments — survivor benefits, family benefits and disability benefits, as well as retirement benefits — and to Supplemental Security Income …