can I claim as head of household?

[Texas87]

I am much older than 65, widowed, live in our house with my working son.   would I be able to file and take standard deduction as head of household?

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[DoninGA]

If you are not claiming a qualifying person on your tax return as a dependent, then you cannot have Head of Household filing status.

[MayaD]

To qualify, you have to meet certain criteria. To file as Head of Household, you have to:

• Pay for more than half of the expenses for a qualifying household
• Be considered unmarried on the last day of the tax year
• Have a qualifying child or dependent

For more information check: Guide to Filing Taxes as Head of Household