Larry I'm 55 and disabled and divorced.I receive ssi. My ex husband is also disabled and receives ssdi. I was married for 28 years and was told I could receive ssdi from him..When I called social security they said I have to wait until I turned 62.Can you tell me if that is true..Thank you.

Hi,

Yes, that's true. Age 62 is minimum age requirement for divorced spousal benefits, even if you are disabled. And, if you start drawing divorced spousal benefits prior to full retirement age, they will be reduced for age.

On the other hand, surviving divorced spousal benefits can be paid as early as age 50 if the survivor is disabled, so you could qualify sooner if your ex dies before you reach age 62.

Best, Jerry