Oct 29, 2024 · Social Security survivor benefits can play an important role in protecting your kids if something happens to you. Here are some things you should know.

Oct 10, 2018 · Children who meet the eligibility requirements can receive survivor benefits even if the parent died before filing for Social Security. In some circumstances, stepchildren, …

Dec 3, 2025 · The spouse, children and sometimes even parents of a deceased Social Security beneficiary may be eligible for monthly survivor benefits.

Feb 19, 2020 · Children of retired, deceased and disabled workers can collect Social Security on a parent's work record, but benefits are largely limited to minors.

Oct 10, 2018 · Survivor benefits may be payable to the spouses, former spouses, children and parents of a person who had qualified for or was collecting Social Security benefits when they …

Apr 28, 2025 · The children of deceased workers may be able to collect survivor benefits of up to 75 percent of what their late parent was getting (or would have been entitled to get) from …

Social Security pays survivor benefits to widows/widowers, ex-spouses and surviving children. Discover how to report a death and determine eligibility.

4 days ago · Social Security can pay benefits to a deceased recipient's former spouse. Read more to see if you qualify for ex-spouse survivor benefits.

Dec 5, 2025 · When a Social Security beneficiary dies, his or her spouse may be able to collect survivor benefits. Learn whether you qualify and how to apply.

Oct 10, 2018 · Generally, Social Security can pay dependent or survivor benefits to your grandchild if the parents are dead or disabled or if you have legally adopted the child.