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How do I become a representative payee for someone receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits?

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If you know someone receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits who needs assistance managing their payments, you should contact your local Social Security office about becoming their representative payee.

 

See When People Need Help Managing Their Money for more information.

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