Unfortunately, in your case you cannot collect your father's social security benefits. The only people entitled to the benefits of their parents are minors or younger students of parents who are retired, disabled, or deceased. You can find more information at the Social Security Administration website, http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10085.html. You can also review the information here at NewRetirement.com, by navigating to https://www.newretirement.com/Services/Social-Security-Benefits.aspx