My husband passed away from a service related incident. I currently receive spouse benefits. I turned 60 last year can I collect his social security and continue to collect my spouse benefits?

Hi,

I'm sorry for your loss.

I don't understand what you are describing as your current circumstances. You can't receive spousal benefits on the account of a deceased spouse, although you could qualify for reduced widow's benefits as early as age 60. You also can't receive spousal benefits on the account of a living spouse until you are at least age 62 unless you have an eligible child in your care. If you've been receiving early spousal benefits because you have an eligible child in your care, then your benefits will likely automatically convert to survivor (i.e. mother's) benefits as a result of your husband's death. Under no circumstances could you collect 2 full benefits at the same time, though.

Best, Jerry