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Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Dan — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 18:03:06 -0000

My wife was receiving Social Security benefits for two children from her ex-husband he was on SSI disability I believe he was 58 years old he died last week and when she got the point Social Security put into her account it was $1500 more this month does the benefit increase that much original benefit was about $1000 The children are 14 and 16 she did not apply for any of it it just came automatically I just don't want any surprises where they say we messed up and then take the money back he's been on so security for over seven years

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Crystal — Sat, 27 May 2017 17:36:52 -0000

I believe I was misinformed regarding survivors benefits for deceased spouse. I am a young widow (29) when spouse died in 2014. I have two young children ages 9 and 10. I did not apply for benefits because I was told the sum of benefits would stay the same but divided between the three of us. Considering the amount of time that has passed since my husbands death, would I still be eligible for benefits? If misinformed would I be eligible for back payment? Thank you

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Jana — Sat, 14 Jan 2017 04:06:23 -0000

My dad died October 31,2016. My mom was switched from her SS to survivors benefits. She didnt receive anything in November but did receive a check in December. Today she received a letter saying they had overpaid my dad $19,000 and starting in April they were taking her entire check until it is paid. This is her only income and she will be 70 nect month. Is this possible for there to be such a huge overpayment that wasnt caught till now and can they take her entire check?

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Lisa S Milam — Mon, 01 Aug 2016 12:59:36 -0000

My ex died in the beginning of June i just finished the application for survivor benefits for the children they are owed for june and july, how long before i receive the first papercheck for those two months while waiting for the monthly process

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Jessica — Mon, 24 Aug 2015 22:24:06 -0000

I am a widower with 4 children from my deceased ex husband. I receive survivor benefits for all of my children, not for myself. I was told that if I make more than 15,000 a year I will be deducted $1 for every $2 I make from my children's benefit? Is this true? I can't afford to give my children what they need on just their survivor benefits? I need to work

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Honeybee62314 — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:08:48 -0000

social security is not like life insurance. so sorry for the loss. however, she needs to apply for benefits for herself as well as her children.

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

TomaszStasiuk — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 23:46:24 -0000

I am sorry for your friend's loss. I can't guess about eligibility for benefits. I encourage you or your friend to contact Social Security directly.

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Trana Jones — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 07:54:24 -0000

What if your Father(who was discharged from the service for disability) died after the child was 18 and before the child was married but never received any benefits? Also, how do you go about receiving money owed to your deceased father who was to receive a settlement for his involvement in "Agent Orange"?

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

TomaszStasiuk — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:47:12 -0000

Try Social Security Advice Online. They are a national company made up of former Social Security managers. Note: this is a private company not affiliated with the Social Security Administration. You can reach them at http://socialsecurityadvice....

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

michael Shearer — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:22:04 -0000

I've been dealing with this for two years now and having issue with finding a lawyer to take case i want them to pay my kids their money back and to stop taking more money from them they are taking over 5 or 600 dollars!

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

michael Shearer — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:13:01 -0000

ty i appreciate please help with a recommendation

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

michael Shearer — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:40:51 -0000

SOCIAL SECURITY NEED LAWYERDoes anyone know a lawyer, that would help me with social security because they giving me some bs with the kids survivor benefits cuz their dad owed money that he got over payed before the kids were alive, the money they owed was waved and now they saying they owe double back and trying to say i only applied for raelynn money owed to be waved! On top of that the person that waved the money owed does not work at the office that i meet with her at which is the downtown pittsburgh pa one! I'm so mad cuz they are understaffed my kids had already paid over 3000 back while waiting for the waiver now they want to take more and not even pay back the money they took!By: Michele Lynn Shearer

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

TomaszStasiuk — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 13:35:23 -0000

I think the best people to contact (if you do not want to deal with SSA directly) is Social Security Advice Online. They are a national company made up of former Social Security managers. Note: this is a private company not affiliated with the Social Security Administration. You can reach them at http://socialsecurityadvice... and (513) 860-5924.

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

TomaszStasiuk — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:17:04 -0000

As you mention, there are widow/er's benefits available: http://www.socialsecurityin...

However, I am not aware of any kind of "transfer" of benefits from the deceased spouse's side. I am checking what happens in this situation with some other practitioners.

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Sjns8844 — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 23:34:44 -0000

A couple friends of mine, both males, had their spouses SS benefits cut off when their wives died. It is my understanding that they should be entitled to widow's benefits. Does SS not automatically transfer their wives benefits over to their spouses or do they have to go into the office and request it? Are they not entitled to receive their benefits? It leaves them less to live on since the money they were both receiving was what they used to pay their mortgage and bills. Why should the husband be left with less to live on when the wife dies?

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

TomaszStasiuk — Mon, 16 May 2011 18:17:34 -0000

This article provides more details about survivor's eligibility: http://www.socialsecurityin...

Note: Social Security does not automatically start programs. If you believe you are eligible, you should apply with Social Security.

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Susie Larkin — Mon, 16 May 2011 17:20:27 -0000

I am a surviving widow. next year i will be 60 yrs. old will my benifits re- start automatically since our children are no longer eligible?

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

TomaszStasiuk — Sat, 14 May 2011 00:07:58 -0000

Grandchildren are sometimes eligible to receive Social Security benefits when a grandparent dies. Take a look at the article and links here: http://www.socialsecurityin...

To address your specific circumstances though, I encourage you to contact Social Security.

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Reeliberty33 — Fri, 13 May 2011 23:09:30 -0000

I have legal guardian ship for my two grandkids ,if something happens to me are they entitled to my benefits?

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

TomaszStasiuk — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:06:30 -0000

Hi, Verna. My office takes some widow's benefit cases where SSA denied the claim based on lack of evidence of marriage. It depends on what evidence is available. You can call my office if you are interested in a consultation: http://www.stasiukfirm.com/...

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Verna Cordova — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:55:56 -0000

Tom: Do you or can you handle an appeal for widow's benefits that have been denied by SS because I was not married to my deceased spouse for more than 9 months but lived with him for 7 yrs. in Colorado under common law. Lots of written information shows I was presented as his wife. Nancy Sanchez - at verna.cordova@gmail.com. Really need your help. Thanks.

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

TomaszStasiuk — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 12:09:40 -0000

The post discusses who may be eligible for survivor's benefits and how Social Security makes its decision.

If you need assistance with this, you can call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 and they will walk you through the process of determining if your wife would be eligible.

All my best!

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

Pkpeters7 — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:27:43 -0000

I'm 55 years old on full mentl;a health disability if I die would my wife of 30 years still collect my benefits until she retires from her job ?

thank you,

Phil

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

carolhogan — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:19:39 -0000

I'm a 57 yr old widow with no resources or income todays job market has made it impossible for me to seek employment hardship would explain my situation. I have read I could be eligble for ssi under the federal program. It says its funded from general revenues, not from social security taxes.

Re: Social Security survivors’ benefits for widows, widowers, and children

carolyn chapman — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 20:40:08 -0000

can i get benefits if my husband of 31 years died?