Certain life changes can affect your SSI payments differently than they would Social Security payments.

Because SSI (Supplement Security Income) is a needs-based program which menas eligibility is not based on your work history. Jack Myers at Social Security indicates income and resources are a factor of eligibility which means changes in your circumstances could affect your SSI eligibility. 

If you are receiving or applying for SSI you should report changes for yourself and your spouse (if you live together). Myers indicates if you have applied for SSI for a child, changes should be reported for the parents who are in the same HH as the child. 

Some common changes that should be reported to Social Security include a change in income, resources, employment, or address or persons moving in or out of the household. 

If you need to report wages to us because you or your spouse or child receives SSI benefits, the most convenient ways to do that are either through the 'Free SSA Mobile Wage Reporting' app for smartphones (Apple or Android), or visit mySocialSecurity  'Online Wage Reporting Tool'.

You can also sign up for monthly reminders via e-mail or text to help you remember to report wages. You can report changes in person, over the phone, or by writing your local Social Security office www.ssa.gov/locator or calling 1-800-772-1213.