Did you know that only 80% of Americans know about SSA disability benefits? That only 21% understand how benefits are calculated? Only 63% are aware that a widow(er) need not be caring for children to qualify for survivor benefits? It’s important to educate yourself and your family of potential benefits.
For Survivor benefits you may be eligible to receive monthly benefits, including:
– A widow or widower age 60 or older (age 50 if disabled)
– A widow or widower of any age caring for the deceased’s child who is under age 16 or disabled
– An unmarried child of the deceased who is either under age 18 or disabled before age 22
– A stepchild, grandchild, stepgrandchild, or adopted child under certain circumstances
– Parents, age 62 or older, who were dependent on the deceased for at least half of their support
– A surviving divorced spouse, under certain circumstances
SSA offices have now finally reopened to the public. You can now visit your local SSA office to for social security card processing and all other general inquiries. Claim applications are by appointment only. You can contact SSA directly form more detailed information on Survivor benefits or reach out to me directly.
Maryellen Eckert
SSA Specialist
