Widow or Widower – My Social Security Advocates

A flowchart illustrating the process of determining eligibility for the lump-sum death payment in the absence of a surviving widow(er).

Understanding Lump-Sum Death Payments: Who is Entitled When There’s No Surviving Widow(er)? § 404.392

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The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides a one-time lump-sum death payment to eligible survivors when an insured individual passes away. This payment helps cover immediate expenses related to the deceased’s passing. This blog post aims to clarify who is entitled to receive the lump-sum death payment when there is no surviving widow(er) living in the […]

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Understanding Eligibility for Lump-Sum Death Payments as a Widow or Widower, § 404.391

Losing a spouse is a challenging experience, and dealing with the financial aspects can be daunting. One potential source of financial assistance is the lump-sum death payment offered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). In this blog post, we will explain the eligibility criteria for widows and widowers to receive this payment and help you