Social Security payments for January 2026 are rolling out now, including the first checks with the 2.8% COLA increase. See the full payment schedule by birthday and benefit type.

Social Security 2026 complete year payments schedule explains why January payments arrive later, who gets paid earlier, SSI ...

SSI and SSDI are Social Security benefits for people with disabilities based on different eligibility requirements. SSDI recipients also qualify for Medicare, while SSI recipients may qualify for ...

I can tell it’s time for me to once again explain to people that SSI and Social Security are two entirely different programs. Every single day, I get emails from readers who say something like this: ...

The SSA is withholding up to 50% of benefits to recover overpayments. Learn why this is happening, what your rights are, and ...

The federal government shutdown is nearing one month, threatening food assistance for scores of Californians and leaving many anxious over how a prolonged shutdown could impact their lives — including ...