Throughout the year, we share advice and resources in our blog posts that may help you pursue financial independence through work. You can find information about how to craft a resume or handle a job interview; explore resources to help you identify and plan your work goals; and discover helpful Social Security Work Incentives as you transition to the workplace.
We're taking a look back and sharing the top 3 blog posts of 2020.
Social Security phone scams are the #1 type of fraud reported to the Federal Trade Commission and Social Security. Don't be fooled by phone scammers pretending to be government employees! Find out what you can do to protect your personal information and learn what to do if you receive a suspicious call from someone pretending to be from Social Security.
How does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) apply to working from home? You may have questions about reasonable accommodations for work or your rights when it comes to working from home. This blog post explains how the ADA protects people with disabilities who are working or want to work from home.
Employment is starting to look a little different as more of us work from home or consider careers that allow that option. This means adapting to a new environment. We're sharing 4 tips to help you succeed while working from home.
Don't miss out on these helpful resources as you start or continue your journey to work:
There's a lot to consider when job searching, and it can be tough trying to do everything on your own. Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program supports career development for people ages 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI or SSI) and want to work. The Ticket Program is free and voluntary. It helps people with disabilities move toward financial independence and connects them with the services and support they need to succeed in the workforce.
By participating in the Ticket Program, you'll have access to a wide variety of services from Ticket Program service providers that offer free short- and long-term supports to help you find and maintain employment.
To learn more about the Ticket Program, visit choosework.ssa.gov or call the Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Ask a representative to send you a list of service providers or find providers on your own with the Ticket Program Find Help tool.
If you're interested in receiving text messages from the Ticket Program, please text TICKET to 474747. Standard messaging rates may apply. We'll send updates from our blog, identify steps on the path to employment and more. We hope you'll find this new way to stay in touch helpful. You can opt out at any time.
Opt in to receive information about the Ticket Program via text. Text the word "TICKET" to 474747
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