Because of the calendar, Social Security recipients who get Supplemental Security Income benefits get two checks in May, but no check in June.

Supplemental Security Income recipients will receive two payments in May. We'll break down why this happens and when you can expect your second payment to come through.

Social Security checks in May might surprise some recipients with two or even three payments landing in their accounts. But don’t worry—it’s not a mistake. It’s all due to how the Social Security Administration (SSA) schedules SSI and Social Security benefits.