I am 36 years old. I just recently found out who my father is. He died when I was one. I have had a DNA test conducted with his daughter, from his wife, and it shows that without a doubt we are siblings. The kicker is, I am the product of our father cheating on his wife with my mother and we do not know if the wife knows I exist.
I am not out to hurt anyone, so I would like to keep the wife out of this if possible. I have access to my father's SSN and death certificate. He was also in the army for a very brief stint. My significant other believes I should qualify, and I am just wondering if I would possibly qualify. I had an extremely terrible childhood and if I am eligible, I would put the funds to good use.
I know I should contact Social Security, but I work odd hours and I am never able to call when they are open, and just need to know if anyone thinks it would be worth it.
By L.J.
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Only the SSA office can answer your question. You can make an appointment that will meet your schedule.
You will not be able to receive personal information over the telephone so you may have to pay a personal visit to the SS office in your area. They can tell you if there are any benefits available now or in the future.
I am not sure if you know anything about receiving SS benefits from a deceased parent so you may be able to obtain some information/facts if you telephone the SS information number.
What type of benefit do you believe you are eligible for at 36 years of age? Are you disabled? Social Security does not pay "back' payments even if you were eligible when you were under 19 and going to school. Back payments are only paid if someone files and they are found eligible but the decision is delayed for some reason.
It seems nice that you may have found a sister even if the "mother" is never told about your father's affair with your mother.
I suppose this was the reason for getting a DNA report?
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