Are you asking to get benefits for your spouse's or parent's record?
No, it doesn't have anything to do with those.
Are you asking to get benefits for retirement or disability on your own?
Neither, i'm not planning any retirement or have any disability.
Then, Are you asking because currently you are not getting any benefits?
Yeah, now we are talking. That's the one.
Good. If that last situation fits you, you should look to apply for survivors benefits asap. I'm telling you this, because there are cases in which benefits may not be retroactive.
Okay, that's fine. Now, let's talk about family members eligibility. Okay, I understand; can I choose other members of my family?
Do you want to choose a stepchild, grandchild, grandchild, or foster child?
yes to a grandson
Is your father 62 or older?
not
his parents could not be chosen
How do you return benefits if the deceased received benefits by check?