A 2.63% cost of living adjustment (COLA) would result in a large increase in Social Security benefits for over 71 million Americans in October 2024.
The goal of this adjustment is to lessen the effects of inflation, giving seniors, people with disabilities, and other Social Security users much-needed respite.
Important Modifications for SSI Recipients
Benefits of a new rule that will no longer count food aid as unearned income will begin to accrue for beneficiaries of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) on September 30, 2024.
Previously, accepting food assistance from community organizations, relatives, or friends might have an impact on eligibility or cut SSI payments.
Beneficiaries will be able to get their entire monthly payment without incurring fines for outside assistance thanks to this modification.
The New Rule’s Effect on Food Assistance
Food assistance from friends, family, or neighborhood groups used to have the potential to lower SSI benefits or have an impact on eligibility.
By guaranteeing that individuals who require outside assistance can obtain all benefits without facing financial hardships, the new rule will improve equity.
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Improving Fairness and Assistance to Vulnerable Groups
The 2024 COLA adjustment and the abolition of food assistance fines demonstrate the SSA’s dedication to enhancing the financial stability and equity of its most disadvantaged demographic.
This reform guarantees a more equitable distribution of resources in addition to addressing inflation.
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