Would not filing bankruptcy prevent Social Security benefits?

[Scream2Death]

my father has been in debt for almost over a year now, about 60k, but this September he is set to retire at the age of 62. Would he still be able to receive benefits, despite his debt?

Will organizations be able to "take" his monthly social security check of 600 dollars?

P.S. He is not planning to file bankruptcy for another year

[chloe0724]

I'm almost 100% positive that social security income is exempt.

[BK2008]

And BK wouldn't prevent him from collecting ss, either.

It's based on his lifetime earnings, and his age at retirement. Nothing more.

[Scream2Death]

I'm almost 100% positive that social security income is exempt.

thanks guys for the help!