It is based on if you qualify and apply for your own retirement benefits and for benefits as a spouse
Do you fall under these requirements?
It also depends on if your benefits as a spouse are higher than your won reitrement benefits
I have never worked
I am deaf how do I apply?
If you are deaf or hard of hearing , you can call us at TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 .
Is that the only number to call?
For calls applying to the deaf or hard of hearing this is the only number
What about maximum family benefits?
If one of your spouse 's children also qualifies for benefits they can apply for maximum family benefits