My niece lost her mother (my twin sister) 10 years ago, and we recently found out her biological father passed away 4months ago. I have guardianship of her now, and she is 15 years old. Can she receive benefits from her biological father as well or can she receive benefits in place of the amount she currently is getting from her mom's passing?
By Rachelle
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Call your local Social Security Office and talk to them. They are the only people that will know the correct answer.
redhatterb is absolutely correct - the Social Security office is the only place that can give you the correct answer.
I can tell you this much from experience - You should be able to chose which person to receive benefits from so you should be able to choose the highest benefit. It will go smoother if you have their social security numbers.
You will only receive benefits from one person.
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