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Eligibility for Social Security Survivor Benefits?

I am 49 years old and was diagnosed with a rare terminal lung disease about 13 years ago. At that time, my mother who is now 73 chose to take early retirement to take care of me. How grateful I am. She receives Social Security and I receive Social Security disability, as I am no longer, nor will I ever be able to work again.

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My question is, the tables have sort of turned. My mother has fallen ill, very ill, and we rely heavily on each others' income. I could not survive without her check, and she certainly cannot survive without mine. We are both curious if she were to pass would I be eligible for her benefits? She receives a very small amount of my father's, as he is not retired yet, and is a real jerk, but she does receive something. Would I be eligible to receive her benefits because I am disabled and won't even be able to afford a port a potty to live in if she passes?

If I were to relocate to a different state, my benefits would follow, obviously not medical but Social Security would be okay, correct? California is just so expensive.

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May 5, 20150 found this helpful

Only the Social Security Administration can answer your questions. You can find some information via their website but should have all of your questions answered by visiting their local office.

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May 6, 20150 found this helpful

Only the Social Security office can correctly answer your questions but if you are unable to get to their office, I believe someone from your local social services office can get the answers for you.

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I do not believe you will be able to draw more than one check/benefit but as stated before - get your answers from your Social Security office.

Social Security benefits will be payable to you in any state of the US.

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