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How do I respond to this specific question on my application?

Full question: Hi, I’m looking over my Application for SS Retirement Benefits. Question 13 (c) asks to enter information about any marriage if you meet the criteria. I would meet the criteria for having a disabled child and the disability began before age 22, however the child passed away in 2010. I’m confused about how…

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When can we claim child-in-care benefits?

Full question: We have a 27 year old son who is a brain cancer survivor since age four and on SSI since age 18. I’m 63 and not on Social Security until age 67, she is 56, can claim child in care benefits now? Hi there, Your spouse can claim child-in-care benefits before age 62…

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If my minor children work and make money, will that impact our Social Security?

Full question: I am retired and on Social Security. I have children under 18 and receive Social Security money for them. Are the children allowed to earn any money themselves and if so does this effect how much I receive on their behalf? Hello, Yes, children receiving Social Security benefits can earn money, but their…

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What benefits am I eligible for if I am divorced and care for a disabled adult child?

Full question: Will I get 50% of my ex-spouse’s Social Security along with my own Social Security when I reach FRA if I care for his DAC? Hi there, Thank you for reaching out with your question. If you are caring for your ex-spouse’s disabled adult child (DAC), you may be eligible to receive benefits…

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Can a divorced spouse claim child-in-care benefits for her disabled adult child?

Full question: Can a divorced spouse claim child-in-care benefits for her disabled adult child if the primary beneficiary is still alive and collecting a benefit? Hi there, A divorced spouse can claim child-in-care benefits for a disabled adult child if the child became disabled before age 22 and the divorced spouse is caring for the…

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Are benefits paid to an ex-spouse included in the Family Maximum calculation?

Full question: I am a divorce married to my ex for more than 10 years. My question involves family maximum, I saw this and I’m wondering if I qualify for my full share of benefits from my ex-husbands retirement. My adult disabled son is getting benefits from my husband’s retirement but I was told I…

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