Four Types of Social Security Benefits
• Retirement Workers WHO HAVE worked for a sufficient number of years are eligible for retirement at age 62.
• Survivor If you are the surviving spouse or minor child of a worker who qualified for Social Security retirement.
• Disability If you haven’t reached retirement age but have met the work requirements and are considered disabled under the SSA program’s medical guidelines.
• Family If you’re eligible for disability or retirement benefits, your current or divorced spouse, and minor children may receive benefits.