The Brief

Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday.

In October, SSI payments will be dispersed twice – on Oct. 1 and Oct. 31 – because Nov. 1 falls on a weekend.

The government shutdown will not affect Social Security payments.

Social Security payments in October have begun disbursing , and certain recipients will receive double payments this month.

However, it’s not an extra payment. Here’s what’s going on with the calendar:

Social Security Income payments

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The Supplemental Security Income program provides monthly income to eligible older adults who have little or no income, as well as to disabled individuals, which is different from Social Security's standard retirement benefits.

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