What should I do if a deceased family member received monthly benefits?
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Were the deceased receiving monthly Social Security benefits?
Yes, he was.
then all the payments received the month of his death and after must be returned to Social Security.
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Who can receive the survivor benefits?
Family members that can receive the benefits include a widow or widower at least age 60 (50 if disabled), a surviving divorced spouse, etc.
Who else can receive the benefits?
A widow or widower at any age could also receive the benefits if they are caring for the deceased's child that is under 16 years old or disabled.
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What are some other situations in which somebody would receive survivor benefits?
One would be if the person is already receiving benefits as a spouse. Want to know about it?
Yes, please.
In that case, the spouse benefit will automatically convert to survivor benefits after we receive the report of death.
