When will I get my Social Security check? April schedule released
President Donald Trump’s ongoing cuts to the federal workforce and programs has led to speculation that the disbursement of Social Security benefits in April could be disrupted.
As part of the Trump administration's efforts to cut federal spending, Social Security is enduring job cuts, office closings, a revamped customer service strategy and scrutiny for fraud.
With that background, here's when you can expect to receive Social Security benefits in April, and where to turn in Pennsylvania if you need help.
When do I get my April Social Security check?
According to the Social Security Administration's disbursement calendar, the first wave of Social Security disbursements for April will go out on Wednesday, April 9, for recipients whose birthday falls between the first and the tenth.
Those individuals will receive Social Security benefits on the second Wednesday of every month.
If your birthday falls between the 11th and the 20th, you will receive your Social Security benefits on Wednesday, April 16 — the third Wednesday of the month.
And if your birthday falls between the 21st and 31st, you will receive your Social Security benefits on Wednesday, April 23 - the fourth Wednesday of the month.
Turn to these Social Security Administration offices in Pennsylvania for help
There are dozens of Social Security Administration offices in Pennsylvania that you can turn to if you need help with your Social Security benefits. Here are a few:
Butler:
- 102 Woody Drive
Erie:
- Highmark Building, 717 State Street
McKeesport:
- 540 Fifth Avenue
Philadelphia:
- 2 Penn Center, 1500 JFK boulevard
- 2929 North Broad Street
- 4240 Market Street
Pittsburgh:
- 650 Washington Road
- 700 Grant Street
- 6117 Station Street
York:
- 2670 Industrial Highway
You can also use the Social Security Administration's office finder tool to locate other Social Security offices in your area.
Damon C. Williams is a Philadelphia-based journalist reporting on trending topics across the Mid-Atlantic Region.