what are the responsibilities of payee
Responsibilities of a Representative Payee. Some of the duties of a Representative Payee include: Determining the beneficiaryâs total needs and using the benefits received in the best interests of the beneficiary.
Maintaining a continuing awareness of the beneficiaryâs needs and condition, if the beneficiary does not live with the Representative Payee, by contact such as visiting the beneficiary and consultations with custodians. Applying the benefit payments only for the beneficiaryâs use and benefit.