Disability Benefits – Arrival Dates for $697 SSI and $1,537 SSDI Checks in August

The next round of disability benefits is just around the corner, with the Social Security Administration (SSA) set to send a new Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payment on July 24 for eligible recipients. Here’s a comprehensive look at the upcoming payments and what recipients can expect.

July 24 SSDI Payment

To receive the SSDI payment on July 24, you must meet specific criteria. Firstly, your birthday must fall after the 20th of the month. Additionally, you must have been on SSDI benefits after April 30, 1997, and should not be receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which is another form of disability benefit.

Eligibility Criteria

• Birthday Requirement: Born after the 20th of the month.
• Benefit History: On SSDI after April 30, 1997.
• SSI Status: Not receiving SSI.

If you meet these requirements, you’ll be eligible for the SSDI payment on July 24, which will be the last opportunity to receive a direct deposit or check from SSA in July.

Payment Amounts

The average SSDI payment can be around $1,537 per month. However, if you were a high earner for 35 years and filed for disability benefits close to your Full Retirement Age, you could receive up to $3,822.

August Disability Benefits

With July’s payments settled, let’s look at the schedule for the next round of SSI and SSDI payments in August.

Early August Payments

SSI recipients will receive their payments on August 1. The payment amounts are as follows:

• Individual: Up to $943
• Married Couple: Up to $1,415

Since September 1 falls on a weekend, the SSA will send the September SSI payment in advance on August 30.

August SSDI Payments

SSDI payments will follow a different schedule in August, depending on your eligibility and birthday.

• August 2: SSDI recipients who are also on SSI or have been receiving benefits before May 1997 will get their payment on this date.
• August 14: SSDI recipients with birthdays from the 1st to the 10th of the month will receive their payments.

Payment Schedule Summary

Payment Type	Payment Date	Eligibility Criteria	Amount (Average)
SSDI	July 24	Born after the 20th, on SSDI post-April 30, 1997, not on SSI	$1,537 (avg), up to $3,822
SSI	August 1	All SSI recipients	Up to $943 (individual), up to $1,415 (couple)
SSI (Advance)	August 30	All SSI recipients	Up to $943 (individual), up to $1,415 (couple)
SSDI	August 2	On SSI or SSDI pre-May 1997	$1,537 (avg), up to $3,822
SSDI	August 14	Birthdays from 1st to 10th	$1,537 (avg), up to $3,822

Preparing for Payments

To ensure you receive your benefits smoothly, it’s important to verify your eligibility and know the payment schedule. Here are a few tips:

• Check Your Eligibility: Ensure you meet the criteria for the specific payment dates.
• Direct Deposit: Set up direct deposit to receive your payments promptly.
• Stay Informed: Keep track of any announcements from the SSA regarding payment dates or changes.

These measures will help you stay on top of your benefits and avoid any delays.

By keeping these dates and criteria in mind, you can better prepare for your upcoming disability benefits and ensure that you receive your payments on time.

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