Survivors Benefits

Your family members could be eligible for benefits based on your earnings if you die.

Social Security survivors benefits are paid to widows, widowers, and dependents of eligible workers. Detailed information about survivors benefits is provided by the Social Security Administration to help you understand what to expect from Social Security when you or a loved one dies.

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