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Planning a funeral for a loved one can be emotionally taxing. If the death was unexpected, making arrangements can also cause a financial strain. According to the professionals at Fred D. Knapp & Son Funeral Home in Greenwich, CT, social security coverage could help with some of the expenses. 

If you need help covering funeral expenses, below, the caring staff at Greenwich’s premier funeral home shares a few things you should know about social security coverage: 

  • planning a funeralContact Your Funeral Director ASAP: After a loved one dies, you should give their social security number to the funeral director as soon as possible. If the deceased loved one had social security coverage through their employer, surviving family members could be eligible to receive benefits. If you are eligible, getting a jump-start on the paperwork process will help avoid any delays with payouts while planning a funeral. 
  • Money Granted for Social Security Coverage: Depending on the extent of coverage, the Social Security office could award the surviving spouse a one-time payment of $255. The widow or widower must be living with the deceased at the time of death to receive the payment. If the deceased was also a widow or widower, their surviving children would get the payment. 
  • Eligibility for Monthly Benefits: Widows and widowers who are 60 years old or older qualify, as well as those taking care of the underage children of the deceased are eligible for monthly benefits. Under certain circumstances, the surviving children can receive the deceased parent’s social security directly. Age, marital status, and disabilities all factor into whether monthly coverage is granted. 

If you need help planning a funeral in Greenwich and understanding the associated costs, the dedicated staff at Fred D. Knapp & Son Funeral Home will do everything they can to give your deceased loved one a touching tribute they truly deserve. To learn more about funeral service arrangements, call (203) 869-0315 to speak with a team member, or visit the funeral home online for additional information. 

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