We appoint a suitable representative payee (payee) who manages the payments on behalf of the beneficiaries. Generally, we look for family or friends to serve as payees. When friends or family members are not able to serve as payees, we look for qualified organizations.

Do Social Security payees get paid?

The fee is collected from the beneficiary’s monthly Social Security and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Individuals who serve as payees are not allowed to collect a fee for performing payee services.

How do I change my SSI payee?

If you believe that your payee is misusing your funds, call SSA’s hotline IMMEDIATELY at (800) 772-1213 (toll free). Explain why you think your benefits are being misused, and ask to choose a new payee. As soon as possible after you call, put your request for a new payee and your reasons for the change in writing.

Why does Social Security require a payee?

We appoint a payee to receive the Social Security or SSI benefits for anyone who can’t manage or direct the management of his or her benefits. . A payee’s main duties are to use the benefits to pay for the current and future needs of the beneficiary, and properly save any benefits not needed to meet current needs.

Is it true that my son gets SSI?

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Who is the representative payee for Social Security?

Representative Payee Social Security’s Representative Payment Program provides benefit payment management for our beneficiaries who are incapable of managing their Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments. We appoint a suitable representative payee (payee) who manages the payments on behalf of the beneficiaries.

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Where does my son get his SSA check?

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