Some Social Security recipients won’t get a payment in August - NJ.com

What the report says

NJ.com reported that some people who receive benefits administered by the Social Security Administration will not see a payment arrive during August, with the shift tied to how the calendar falls. The affected group is likely Supplemental Security Income recipients, whose monthly checks are normally scheduled for the first day of the month. When that date lands on a weekend or federal holiday, the payment is typically moved to the prior business day.

For August 2026, the first day of the month falls on a Saturday. Under the usual SSA payment practice, that means the August SSI payment would be sent on Friday, July 31, rather than during August itself. This kind of calendar adjustment can make it appear as if a monthly payment is missing, even though the benefit is being paid early rather than skipped.

The timing matters for recipients who budget around a predictable monthly deposit date, especially those who rely on SSI for basic living expenses. It also highlights the difference between SSI and other Social Security payments, such as retirement, survivor or disability benefits, which are often paid on different dates based on a recipient’s birth date or benefit status. Recipients should check the Social Security Administration’s official payment calendar or their account information to confirm their specific deposit date.