Millions of beneficiaries in the U.S. are to get a check from the Social Security Administration before the end of the month.

As a result, the maximum federal SSI benefit for individuals will reach $994 per month, up from $967 this year. The top benefit for couples will grow to $1,491 per month compared to $1,450 this year. Actual payments can be higher because some states contribute extra.

SSI beneficiaries are individuals with limited income who are either blind, aged 65 and older, or have a qualifying disability.

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Millions of Americans will be receiving their monthly Social Security payments this week—the fifth payment sent to recipients this month.

Retirees benefiting from Social Security will get 2.8% more next year because of the annual cost-of-living adjustment.