Survivor’s Benefits: Claiming Social Security Payments for Spouses and Dependents of Deceased Workers
Chicago, IL – The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides crucial support to the spouses and dependents of deceased workers, with approximately 11 percent of the agency’s payments directed towards this demographic. When a person who is eligible to receive Social Security benefits passes away, the law stipulates that their family can claim these benefits. Survivors are advised to act promptly in applying for survivor’s benefits, as many payments are not retroactive. Qualifying widows/widowers can receive …