the government shutdown affects Social Security, Medicare
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The timing of the first weekend in November requires the SSA to distribute two payments in October. The month's first round of disability checks is next week.
The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in October.
People who receive only SSI benefits will receive two payments in October.
Wednesday’s government shutdown won’t impact your social security benefits — but other benefits could be affected.