updated
01/29/2022 –
00:20
The second round of social insurance Checks after the new inflation adjustment of 5.9% (COLA) will be released in February.
The COLA increase is the largest for almost 40 years for recipients who qualify. It comes at a time when inflation is at 7% and expected to keep rising.
Social Security payments for February
Those whose date of birth falls anywhere between the 1st and 10th of the month will continue to be paid Wednesday February 9th.
For those whose date of birth falls between the 11th and 20th, the payment arrives Wednesday February 16th.
And if your date of birth is between the 21st and 31st, you will receive your payment Wednesday February 23rd.
How to get SSI
If social security is not sufficient to cover the basic needs of the household, Additional Security Income (SSI) is there for those who are entitled. Apply to find out if you are a candidate to receive this additional benefit on top of the monthly SS check. SSI checks are distributed February 1st.