The Social Security Administration (SSA) developed this handbook for use when serving as a representative payee. It provides guidance to assist in understanding the principles of the Representative Payment program. It is a how-to manual with specific instructions for serving as a representative payee. Within this framework, a representative payee system can be tailored to fit an organization's resources and the needs of its beneficiaries. Community representative payee programs play a vital role in serving SSA beneficiaries. They help to ensure that benefit payments are used for basic needs, which provide the beneficiary with a more stable environment. A caring representative payee can help motivate many beneficiaries to work toward more independent living and can improve their response to therapy, rehabilitation, and their family. (SSA)
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