Does a spouse get benefits after the death of a spouse

As the spouse to Thomas Shealy. I Hatttie Shealy, I am trying to find out about ss benfts rotated to me also, my grandson TrayShawn Shealy fo which my Husband is the payee. He's been diagnosed with moderate Dementia. I have power in of attorney documents. Direct me ro the right dept.

Possibly. Call 1-800-772-1213 for specific case. Or go to Ssa.gov and search spousal benefits