Mar 31, 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.

Mar 8, 2024 · One option if your spouse enrolls in Medicare is to continue the employer’s coverage through COBRA, which can last up to 36 months. Other options are to buy a private …

Oct 10, 2018 · The husband or wife of someone receiving SSDI may be eligible for spousal benefits, just as if their partner was drawing retirement benefits.

Oct 10, 2018 · Both spouses can receive the full retirement benefit they qualify for, based on their own earnings. One payment does not affect the other.

Apr 16, 2025 · Learn the rules of Social Security Spousal benefits and how to maximize your monthly payments based on your spouse's or ex-spouse’s earnings.

May 24, 2023 · From planning the funeral to executing a will, this roadmap walks through the personal and legal details that need to be handled after someone dies.

Dec 30, 2024 · Social Security will not combine a late spouse's benefit and your own and pay you both. When you are eligible for two benefits, such as a survivor benefit and a retirement …

Aug 4, 2020 · It's important to keep balance in your marriage if you're caregiving for your partner. AARP's book 'Love and Meaning After 50' offers solutions.

Dec 22, 2023 · You may be 65 and ready to enroll in Medicare, but unless your spouse has a disabling medical condition, your mate won’t qualify until age 65.

Dec 31, 2024 · Can someone who's not a U.S. citizen receive ex-spouse benefits? Can I get an estimate of the Social Security I can collect on my ex-spouse's record? Can I collect Social …