How Do I Become My Own Social Security Payee?

You can ask SSA to make you your own payee. SSA evaluates whether you can manage benefits in your own interest. Medical and living-situation evidence may be requested.

Request a change

Contact SSA and explain why you can manage benefits now.

Supporting information

Doctor statements and examples of handling money responsibly can help.

If denied

You may have options to pursue further — get the decision reviewed.

How advocacy can help

Ronnie Shaw can review your notices and facts and help you understand options that may apply. See Representative payee help.

Every Social Security matter depends on the notices, deadlines, and facts in your case. Call Ronnie Shaw at 727-238-5117 so he can review your situation.