Are you blind and receiving Social Security disability benefits? Do you have questions about employment supports to help you prepare for work and understand what may happen to your benefits while you work? Look no further for answers!
In recognition of National Glaucoma Awareness Month and Braille Literacy Month, both in January, the Ticket to Work program is pleased to share a new resource about working and blindness. The resource, made up of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), explains available employment supports, including Social Security rules called "Work Incentives," that help people go to work without immediately losing their benefits. For people who meet the Social Security definition for blindness, the rules are more generous. For example:
Along with this new resource, check out other resources related to blindness and Social Security:
For more general information about Work Incentives, visit:
If you are blind, receiving benefits, and ready to explore employment, connect with the Ticket to Work program today. We’ll be glad to help!
About Ticket to WorkSocial Security’s Ticket to Work program supports career development for people ages 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSI or SSDI) and want to work. Learn MoreTo learn more about Ticket to Work, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/work and contact the Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 (Voice) or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET. Ask a representative to send you a list of service providers or find providers on your own with the Ticket to Work Find Help tool. |
Contact the Ticket to Work Help Line
Call 1-866-968-7842
1-866-833-2967 (TTY)
M-F 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. ET
Contact the Ticket to Work Help Line
Call 1-866-968-7842
1-866-833-2967 (TTY)
M-F 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. ET
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