Some Social Security recipients may see two checks in December, thanks to holiday scheduling changes.
Due to holiday closures, there will be an adjusted payment schedule for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients. Social Security benefits, mostly for older or retired recipients, are typically paid on Wednesdays. If your birthday falls between the first and 10th days of the month, your payments are issued on the second Wednesday of the month (this month, that lands on Dec. 10), according to the Social Security Administration’s calendar.
Ohio’s more than two million Social Security beneficiaries should note these changes. Here’s what to know.
Why are SSI recipients getting two checks in December?
Some SSI recipients may see two checks this month due to holiday closures, according to Quartz. Checks for January 2026 would instead arrive on Dec. 31, 2025, since Jan. 1 is a federal holiday…