Can I claim my mother in law who is 80 and receives social security but was in and out of the hospital and my wife her daughter lost 2 jobs taking care of mom?

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Can I claim my mother in law who is 80 and receives social security but was in and out of the hospital and my wife her daughter lost 2 jobs taking care of mom?

Yes, if the only income your mother-in-law receives is Social Security you can claim her as a dependent on your tax return.

Link for more information about Steps to Claiming an Elderly Parent as a Dependent

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