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Would I Be Eligible To Claim Social Security Early Because Of Being My Wife's Caregiver?
Hi Larry,
I have been taking care of my disabled wife since 1993. I am 57 and can retire from my civil service job with 25 yrs of service in June of 2018. planned on taking my s.s.retirement benefits at 62. some people have told me I may be eligible to get my s.s. benefits early.. because of being my wife caregiver..she has been collecting s.s.i. disability sine 93. Is that possible or do I have to wait until im 62 ?? Thank you..Jim
Hi Jim,
No, there's no such thing as early Social Security eligibility based on caring for a spouse. There is child in care spousal benefit for spouses who have a child of the worker in their care who is under age 16 or disabled, but it doesn't sound like that applies in your case.
You may want to consider using our maximization software in order to explore all of your filing options and determine your best strategy.
Best, Jerry
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February 4, 2018