I am 80 years old and drawing Social Security and SSI, my wife just passed away (we had been separated 18 yrs., never divorced). I would like to know which application I am supposed to fill out in order to draw her Social Security in stead of mine.

Hi,

I'm sorry for your loss.

The paper application form for widow(er) benefits is an SSA-10, but paper applications are almost never used by Social Security these days. You can file for widower benefits by calling Social Security at 1-800-772-1213, or by visiting a Social Security office.

Best, Jerry