Representative Payee Program
Polk Burnett Payee Program was established to provide high quality, comprehensive, responsible budgeting, and bill paying on behalf of individuals who may not be able to do so on their own. Our service will provide individuals the highest level of financial independence possible in the least restrictive manner. Polk Burnett Payee is a non-profit organization. We have been serving the community since 2009.
What Is An Organization Representative Payee
An organization who is overseeing another person’s Social Security benefits and uses those funds to make sure that your current needs are met.We work with you to help you live on a budget. This means we make sure that you have the funds available for your housing, utilities, food, medical and personal needs. A payee also helps you to save for unexpected costs that could arise. The main responsibility of a Representative Payee is to use the individuals’ benefits to pay for current and anticipated needs of that person.
Program Overview
* Individualized planning
* Monthly bill paying
* Experienced personnel
* Budget review
* Goal setting
* Confidentiality
Our Mission
Polk Burnett Payee, Inc. Program provides representative payee services and financial management assistance to people experiencing financial barriers. This mission is accomplished through incorporating money management skills and individualized services based on client needs.
Goals
Payee program goals include assisting clients with the following: increasing money management skills, increasing financial stability, building and maintaining credit, and promoting self-sufficiency toward financial independence.
Polk Burnett Payee Inc. charges a fee for its services, as approved by Social Security Administration. You may need a Payee because you are unable to manage your money in a way that makes certain your needs are met. We work as part of a team with caseworkers, guardians, and care providers as needed.