How To Report A Death To Social Security - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · Funeral directors can report deaths to the Social Security Administration (SSA) in most cases. Social Security provides a form for this purpose. In addition, vital-statistics offices in all 50 …
Who Can Collect the Social Security Death Benefit? - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · Only the widow, widower or child of a Social Security beneficiary can collect the death benefit. You can apply by calling Social Security or visiting a local office.
10 Facts About Social Security Benefits for Survivors - AARP
Apr 28, 2025 · Social Security was conceived as a guaranteed retirement benefit for America’s workers, but it quickly grew to provide for their families as well. Four years after the program’s inception in …
How to Appeal Social Security Benefit Calculation - AARP
Feb 17, 2020 · If you believe the Social Security Administration miscalculated your benefit, you have the right to appeal the decision. You must submit the appeal request within 60 days of receiving the …
Social Security When a Spouse Dies - Guide to Survivor Benefits - AARP
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.
How to Fix a Social Security Benefit Payment Erroru2029 - AARP
May 1, 2025 · If you don't think you were overpaid in the first place, you can appeal using Form SSA-561-U2. The SSA says it usually provides about 90 days for someone receiving an overpayment …
2025 Social Security COLA Benefit Increases by 2.5% - AARP
Oct 10, 2024 · Social Security beneficiaries will get a 2.5 percent increase in their monthly payments next year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced Oct. 10. The 2025 cost-of-living …
Can Someone's Estate Get Their Social Security Benefits? - AARP
Feb 19, 2020 · To claim a payment owed to a deceased beneficiary, download and fill out Form SSA-1724 (pdf) as soon as possible after the death and send it to your local Social Security office.
How You Can Verify Your Identity with Social Security - AARP
Apr 16, 2025 · Here’s what you can do: Tell Congress to strengthen Social Security customer service. Find out how AARP is fighting to keep Social Security strong. Learn more about what it’s like in …
What is a Social Security Protective Filing Date? - AARP
Sep 18, 2024 · With SSDI, you must provide signed written notice of your intent to apply for benefits, but the “signature” can be provided remotely by a Social Security employee. You can establish your …