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Will My Husband's Receipt Of Benefits On His Record Affect My Son's Survivor Benefits?

My 15 year old son receives a survivors check from his father. My husband was just approved for SSSI, will this effect my sons check, because he is a dependent on my husbands check.



Hi,

No, but if your son qualifies as a stepchild or adopted child on your husband's record, he could receive whichever benefit is higher.

Best, Jerry

Posted:
July 1, 2017