Survivors' Benefits Program

The Survivors' Benefits Program provides financial support to eligible family members, such as spouses or children, when a worker covered by Social Security passes away. It aims to help survivors maintain stability by offering monthly payments based on the deceased worker's earnings. The program also provides benefits for certain dependent students and, in some cases, for surviving spouses age 60 or older. Eligibility and benefit amounts depend on the deceased’s work history and contributions. Overall, it’s designed to provide financial security to families during a difficult time, helping them cope with the loss.