Who can get Family benefits. Spouses, ex-spouses, children, and some grandchildren may be eligible for Family benefits.If you satisfy certain criteria, you might be entitled to collect Social Security benefits after divorce based on your former spouse's employment record. Spousal maintenance, otherwise known as alimony, can be a complicated process. While every state has its own unique set of laws and standards regarding. The forms provided in this packet should only be used for court orders that were issued in the state of Minnesota. If you are divorced, you may receive benefits based on your ex-spouse's record (even if they have remarried). A spouse receiving SSI benefits may see a reduction in benefits if they receive spousal maintenance. A divorced spouse must have been married 10 years to get spouse's benefits. Download an application from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.