Ticket to Work Blog
Update: 2023 Cost-of-Living Adjustment
Each year, Social Security bases the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) on changes in the Consumer Price Index. For 2023, Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security (SSI) payments will increase by 8.7%. Learn about your new payment and benefits for the new year by using a my Social Security account.Categories: Financial IndependenceDiscover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this November.Disability: Part of the Equity Equation
This month, in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and every month, we celebrate the important role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive American workforce. In this blog, we tell you about Amy and her path to financial independence.National Disability Employment Awareness Month: How Can Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program Help You?
Every October, we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), which commemorates the achievements of people with disabilities in the workplace. See how The Ticket Program can help you with your own employment achievements.Discover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this October.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A Job4 Tips for Dealing with Pain at Work
Experiencing pain can make everyday life difficult and can be especially hard to handle when you’re trying to work at the same time. Today, we’re sharing four tips focused specifically on helping you manage pain at work.Categories: Success on the JobHot Jobs! Cybersecurity Careers
We use our computer or phone for just about everything in our lives. Have you ever stopped to wonder how all your online activity stays secure? Careers in cybersecurity are growing and it could be the right field for you.Find Help with Educational Costs Using Benefits.gov
Did you know that Benefits.gov can help you find information on over 1,000 government programs, check your eligibility, and describe the steps to apply for aid? Start your search on Benefits.gov with information on over 100 scholarships, fellowships, grants and loans.Now Hiring Nationwide! Start Your Career with the Federal Government
Did you know the federal government has positions open nationwide? You can learn more about open positions during this month's career fairs. Career fairs are an excellent way to start or advance your job search. Whether they're in person or online, job fairs let you engage with potential employers and learn about job openings.Discover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this September.Spotlight on a Non-Office Industry: Construction
As we've shared this month, many non-office jobs are in fast-growing industries. The construction industry is projected to have one of the fastest wage and salary increases over the next decade. Let's take a closer look at the industry and what it takes to pursue training and a career.Categories: Find A JobHot Jobs: 6 Jobs to Help You Think Outside the Office
Non-office jobs can be found all over the country and in almost every industry at varying levels of education and training. If you’re looking for a non-office job, here are six occupations that the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics lists as having quick growth potential between 2020-2030.Categories: Find A JobFive Advantages of Thinking Outside the Office
Office jobs aren’t for everyone. There are so many other options and one of them could turn out to be the best choice for you. Non-office jobs involve both skilled and non-skilled labor. This blog shares some advantages of non-office jobs.Categories: Find A JobDiscover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this August.#ADA32: Celebrating 32 Years
We are celebrating the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signed in 1990. The Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program together with the provisions of the ADA are major components in helping guide individuals to gainful employment.Taking On More Responsibility at Work
Think you're ready to take on more responsibilities at work or maybe it's time for a promotion? There are several ways to make that case to your employer. In this blog we are sharing some tips on how to show that you can handle more responsibility.Categories: Success on the JobNow Hiring! Attend a Career Fair in July
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this July.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobNow Hiring! The Federal Government and Non-Profit Organizations
Are you ready to begin your career or get back into the workforce? Did you know the federal government has positions open nationwide? You can learn more about open positions during this month’s career fairs. In this blog we highlight career fairs with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and a national government and non-profits hiring event.Exploring Hybrid Jobs
You may have seen the term "hybrid" included in job postings during your job search. But what exactly is a hybrid role? In this blog we explain what this term means, who may be the right fit for a hybrid role and questions to ask during the interview process.Categories: Find A JobNational Cancer Survivor Month – Resources for Employment and Accommodations
June is National Cancer Survivor month. As of January 2019, there are an estimated 16.9 million cancer survivors in the United States. A survivor newly entering or returning to the workforce may need a skill refresh or a job accommodation. Here are some resources that may help.Categories: Success on the JobNow Hiring! U.S. Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is hiring! June 24th DOL is hosting a virtual career fair showcasing 17 federal government agencies under its umbrella. Learn how you can register for this event today.5 Frequently Asked Questions About Working While You Receive Disability Benefits
Have a question about Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program? This blog answers some of our most frequently asked questions. Get the answers you need without having to call the Ticket to Work Help Line.Categories: Ticket to WorkDiscover Who’s Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair this June.Discount on internet service for eligible households
The internet is an important tool – both for your job search and once you’re on the job. The Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) benefit program helps to ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. Learn who qualifies for this program in our blog.Categories: Government Programs5 Tips on How to Stick to Your Budget
Creating a budget is a great step toward financial independence. However, how do you make sure you stick to your budget? Overspending in any area of your budget can create challenges if you’re trying to stretch your dollars. Here are some tips to help you stick to your budget.Discover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this April.Topics: career fairs now, employers hiring disabled employees, employers hiring in may, finding a job with a disability, finding a job with ticket to work, job fairs happening in may, looking for work with a disability, may career fairs, online career fairs in may, online job fairs in may, virtual career fairs in may, whos hiring now2022 ABLE Update
It’s a great time to assess your financial well-being and take control of your financial future. One way you may be able to do this is by opening an ABLE Account. ABLE accounts are tax-advantaged savings accounts that are available to certain people with disabilities.Discover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this April.Read more...
Tips to Relieve Anxiety Before an Interview
Having a job interview is exciting. It’s your chance to show a potential employer that you have what it takes to be a great employee. Yet, an interview can also be stressful. That’s normal. In this blog we list tips to help you prepare for the interview and calm your nerves before the big day.Topics: career, disability employment, employment, find a job, friends and family, job search, resources, social security disability benefits, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobDiscover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this March.Black History Month: Honoring African Americans with Disabilities
Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate African Americans' achievements, history and contributions that make an impact year-round. In this blog we highlight 4 individuals with disabilities whose talents and achievements have added to our lives.Discover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this February.Start Where You Are: On a New Career Path
Returning to work after leaving due to a disability can mean starting a new career. In part three of our Start Where You Are series, we highlight how to take the skills you've previously learned to the new career you're ready to try. As well as the supports available to help you succeed.Discover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this January.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobUpdate: 2022 Cost-of-Living Adjustment
Each year, Social Security bases the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) on changes in the Consumer Price Index. For 2022, Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will increase by 5.9%. Learn about the increase and discover how you can find out your new payment and benefits for the new year by using a my Social Security account.Topics: budgeting, disability employment, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, resources, ssdi, ssi, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceDiscover Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this December.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobTrying Work Through Seasonal Employment
Deciding to try work is a personal decision with many factors involved. However, if you think you may be ready to try work, the upcoming holiday season may be a great time to start your employment journey. Many employers are looking for seasonal employees and this can be a great temporary way to see if you're ready for the workforce.Categories: Find A JobTips for Opening Your ABLE Account
Have you heard about ABLE Accounts? An ABLE Account helps certain individuals with a disability a tax-free way to save for disability-related expenses. In this blog we are sharing the questions to ask before you apply for an ABLE Account and the information you'll need to get your account started.Topics: budgeting, disability employment, financial literacy, financial wellness, friends and family, money management, resources, ssdi, ssi, taxes, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceStart Where You Are: Ticket to Work Tips for Veterans
No matter where you are in your journey to work, Social Security's Ticket to Work Program has resources available to support you on your path to financial independence. In a continuation of our newest blog series, we look at the services available to veterans ready to join the civilian workforce. And how military service develops a specific set of skills that are always in demand.Start Where You Are
No matter where you are in your journey to work, Social Security's Ticket to Work Program has resources available to support you on your path to financial independence. In the first part of this new blog series, we'll share information about how the Ticket Program can support you at any stage of your employment process.See Who’s Hiring Now! Attend a Career Fair in November
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair this November.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobFeeling Drained by Shift Work?
Shift work can be tough. Working at night when the rest of the world is going to bed, or shifts that change regularly can be a challenge for your body to adjust to. But helping your body adjust to the demands of your schedule is important for your overall health. Here are 3 tips to help you cope with a shift work schedule. Topics: career, disability employment, employment, resources, social security disability benefits, tools and tipsCategories: Success on the Job5 Ways to Participate in National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The focus of NDEAM is to educate people about disability employment issues and celebrate the many contributions of America's workers with disabilities. Learn about available resources for workers with disabilities and how you can participate in this month-long celebration.See Who's Hiring Now
Job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings, even from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual or in person career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobDeveloping Strong Time Management
Employers are looking for employees that are efficient and effective members of their team. They want people who have good time management skills that can make the most of their work day. In this blog we break down this important soft skill, what it means to have good time management and how to improve with some practice.Topics: career, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job search, service provider, supported employment, tools and tipsCategories:How Can You Help Support a Friend Through a Job Search?
Your loved one is on the search for a job. Unless they're one of the lucky ones, job hunting can take weeks, sometimes months. How can you be there for them through this long and demanding journey? We have some tips on how to provide your friends or family with valuable support.Topics: career, disability employment, employment, find a job, find help tool, friends and family, job search, resourcesCategories: Ticket to WorkDiscussing Your Strengths in a Job Interview
When you're interviewing for a job, there's a strong chance that a recruiter or potential boss will ask you to talk about your strengths. It's an easy question to answer, but a perfect response can take some practice. In this blog we provide ways to approach this and any other behavioral interview question with a few easy tips.Employers are Hiring! Attend a Career Fair in September
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we’re exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobPreparing for Work: Life Skills for Young Adults
Transitioning from school to the workforce requires a variety of skills, not only those necessary for your job, but in your daily life as well. These life skills come from a variety of places and help you become a sufficient, independent adult. Learn about the resources available to you to help you achieve your dreams of independent living.What is Social Security's Ticket to Work Program?
What is Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program? You asked, we answered. If you are age 18 through 64, receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/SSI) and want to work, the Ticket Program can help you reach your employment goals! Learn how to get started.What Is One of Your Weaknesses?
During a job interview you'll do a lot of talking about yourself. Discussing your weaknesses with a recruiter or potential boss during a job interview might make you uncomfortable. Don't worry! With a little preparation, you can master the art of talking about your weaknesses in ways that show you're the right candidate for the job.Topics: career, disability employment, employment, find a job, friends and family, job search, resources, tools and tipsCategories: Ticket to WorkEmployers are Hiring! Attend a Career Fair in August
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobSomeone in Your Corner: Accessing Continued Support on Your Path to Work
For many with mental illness, finding a job is not easy and can take more than one attempt to find the right fit. Finding and maintaining employment can feel like a lonely and complicated journey, but you don't have to do it alone. Learn how reasonable accommodations and the ADA can support individuals with mental health conditions in the workplace.Employment Supports for People with Invisible Disabilities
For many with mental illness, finding a job is not easy and can take more than one attempt to find the right fit. Finding and maintaining employment can feel like a lonely and complicated journey, but you don't have to do it alone. Learn how reasonable accommodations and the ADA can support individuals with mental health conditions in the workplace.Topics: accommodations, ada, career, disability employment, employment network, find a job, friends and family, health, job accommodations, resources, service provider, supported employment, ticket to work, tools and tips, vocational rehabilitation agencies, work incentives, work incentives wednesdaysSocial Wellness Month: Building Support on Your Path to Work
Finding and maintaining employment can feel like a lonely journey, but you don't have to do it alone. Having a social network that supports you through each new chapter in life can make a positive difference in your progress. Learn more about social wellness for building support on your path to employment.Employers are Hiring! Attend a Career Fair in July
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobWhat’s Next? Planning for Life After High School
For those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security has a variety of Work Incentives to help the transition into adulthood go as smoothly as possible. Learn about supports and services for those continuing their education or who are preparing to go to work.Many Paths to Work: Helping Young Adults Plan for the Future
For young adults, summer means you're one step closer to graduation and a future of endless possibilities. Use this time to explore your interests and help set your goals for the future. Already graduated? Congratulations! There's still plenty of time to figure out your professional goals.Preparing Your References
Your resume got you in the door and you've aced the last round of interviews. Now it's time to prep your references. What you share with your reference is just as important as the information you include on a resume. Do you know how to prep your references to be an effective voice for you?Tell Me About a Goal You Set and How You Achieved it
During the interview process, employers want to know how you set and approach achieving your goals. That's why "Tell me about a goal you set and how you achieved it," is a common interview question. In this blog, we provide ways to approach this and any other behavioral interview question with a few easy tips.Employers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair in June
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A Job"Tell Me About a Time When You Had to Learn Something Quickly"
During the interview process employers might want to know your method for learning new material so they can evaluate how well you might do in their organization. That's why a common interview question asked is: "Tell me about a time when you had to learn something quickly, but knew nothing about it before."Why Do You Want This Job?
"Why do you want this job?" How you answer this common interview question can be a significant factor in whether you get the job because the employer wants to know if you will add value and be a good fit for their organization. Read this blog for 3 ways to approach your answer.Online Payment Options Now Available for Overpayment Balances
Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/SSI) overpayments happen when you receive a higher benefit payment from Social Security than what you were due for that month. If you no longer receive disability benefits but need to pay back an overpayment, you have a new online option for making payments.Topics: career, disability employment, employment, money management, resources, service provider, social security disability benefitsCategories: Ticket to WorkEmployers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair in May
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobNeed a Job Reference?
You know you're a hard worker, and you're ready to enter the workforce. But what if you don't have work experience? Employers won't just take your word for it, so they'll likely ask for references. Learn what you can do if you need a job reference.The Job That Got Away
You just interviewed for a job that you think would be a perfect fit. You sent in a great resume with experience that matched the qualifications for the position. The interviewers gave you great feedback and you sent them thank you notes. So why didn't you get the job? This blog shares tips that can help.Avoid Overpayments with Prompt Wage Reporting
If you are currently working while receiving Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/SSI), wage reporting is important to avoid overpayments from Social Security. Make sure you or your representative are reporting any changes in your work activity to Social Security. Learn what changes to your work activity Social Security needs to know and how you can report these changes.Topics: career, disability employment, employment, money management, resources, service provider, social security disability benefitsCategories: Ticket to Work"Tell Me About a Time You Made a Mistake"
Everyone makes mistakes. But how you talk about them can turn them from a negative to a positive, especially during a job interview. Learn how to highlight the positives from mistakes and use them as examples during the interview, and how to apply the STAR method to explain your story with clear, concise focus.Employers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobBehavioral Interview Questions: What Are They?
During the interview process employers are not only looking at the skills and talents you'll bring to a position, but how you'll use them on a daily basis. They do this by asking behavioral interview questions. Learn how to pick the best stories to highlight your skills and translate your qualifications as clearly as possible.Why Sleep Matters
Nearly one-third of all American adults report getting less than the recommended amount of sleep. According to the CDC, it's a major public health concern. And if you are on the job or preparing to enter the workforce, it can also affect how well you think, react, work, learn and get along with others. Read today's blog for tips on how to create healthy sleep habits.What You Need to Know About the Trial Work Period
Seeing if work is right for you doesn't mean you have to give up your benefits immediately. Social Security has rules in place to help people who receive disability benefits test their ability to work while receiving some or all of those benefits. Work Incentives like the Trial Work Period can help you through the transition to work and toward financial independence.Employers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobFinding the Right Fit with a Federal Government Contractor
Did you know that there's a law that requires businesses that have contracts with the federal government to actively recruit and hire qualified individuals with disabilities? Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act also requires employers to support individuals with disabilities during employment through training, promotion and retention.Apprenticeships: Learn While You Earn
Have you ever considered whether an apprenticeship would help you reach your career goals? In many fields, an apprenticeship could turn out to be a path to financial independence through employment. Learn more about the benefits of an apprenticeship for career seekers in this blog post.Employers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobWhat's New in 2021
Thinking about your employment goals for the New Year? If you're working with a Social Security Ticket to Work service provider as you pursue work, you may have heard of Trial Work Period, Trial Work Period amounts, and Substantial Gainful Activity. In this blog, we take a look at these 3 topics and share the latest updates to them in 2021.Top 3 Blog Posts of 2020
Throughout the year, we've shared advice and resources that can help people who receive Social Security disability benefits on their employment journey. As 2020 comes to a close, we're taking a look at the topics you liked best by sharing our top 3 blog posts of this year.Employers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobBattle the Winter Blues During Your Job Search
We've all been told that when you're looking for a job, it's important to keep a positive attitude. However, winter may affect your outlook. While lots of people suffer from the winter blues, some people are diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a mental illness affected by changing seasons, overcast skies and poor light conditions. Here are some tips that can help."But You Don’t Look Sick…"
Invisible disabilities are not immediately apparent, including mental illness, chronic pain or fatigue, sight or hearing impairments, diabetes, neurological disorders, and learning differences, among others. We're sharing suggestions about how to disclose your invisible disability to your employer and how Social Security's Ticket to Work Program can help.Employers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobFirst Impressions: Writing a Stand-Out Cover Letter
If you're applying for a job, you're probably not the only person qualified for the position. How can you stand out among the competition before an employer even gets to meet you? One technique you can use to your advantage is to write an attention-grabbing cover letter. Check out these tips and tricks for writing a winning cover letter!Be Your Own Boss with Ticket to Work
Thought about working for yourself? Need flexible hours and the freedom to work at your own pace? Have a passion to be an entrepreneur? If your answer is Yes!, then self-employment may be right for you. Social Security's Ticket to Work Program service providers are here to help, supporting you every step of the way, from business idea to financial independence.Ready to Serve You!
Military service teaches a valuable set of skills that civilian employers are looking for, from leadership to time management. This Veterans Day the Ticket to Work Program thanks all those who served our country. And let those with disabilities know, that when they're ready to try working again, our service providers are ready to serve you.Update: 2021 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)
To help people who receive disability benefits keep up with the cost of living, Social Security reviews benefits each year and decides if there needs to be a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Learn about the 1.3% increase for 2021 and discover how you can find out your new payment and benefits for the new year by using a my Social Security account.Topics: budgeting, disability employment, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, resources, ssdi, ssi, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceEmployers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A Job#ADAat30: Accessible Transportation: Get On the Road to Work
We're celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990! The ADA opens doors for people with disabilities trying to succeed in the workforce. Social Security's Ticket to Work Program is proud to recognize individuals who have found a path to employment, in part, thanks to the ADA.A pathway back to work for people with End Stage Renal Disease
End stage renal disease (ESRD) affects over 700,000 people in the United States. For Ingrid, ESRD meant a new life focused on recovery and a schedule defined by treatments. But she didn't give up on the goal of one day returning to work. And when she was ready, Ticket to Work was there to support her and give her the training she needed for a new career and a returned sense of normal.Topics: accommodations, career, disability employment, employment, find a job, job accommodations, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, success stories, ticket to workCategories: Ticket to WorkRecognizing Hispanic Heritage Month
While Social Security does not record a beneficiary's race nor ethnicity, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated that at least 10% of all adults that receive Social Security benefits because of their disability are Hispanic. During Hispanic Heritage Month learn about Ticket to Work resources and read stories of real people, who achieved financial independence through work.#NDEAM75: Increasing Access and Opportunity
This year, NDEAM's theme is Increasing Awareness and Opportunity. Did you know there are organizations waiting to help you connect to job opportunities in your community or online? Learn how Social Security's Ticket to Work Program and service providers can provide the support you need to succeed in the workforce.Attend a Virtual Career Fair and Discover Additional Resources
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobFinding Your Own Opportunities Through Volunteering
The Ticket to Work Program supports all kinds of career development. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community while helping you better prepare for your job hunt and the workforce. Volunteer work can also help build important skills and relationships that help you land the job that best suits you.Topics: career, community service, disability employment, employers, employment, find a job, friends and family, internship, job search, resources, ssdi, ssi, ticket to work, volunteeringCategories: Find A JobConnecting Your Community to Ticket to Work
If you work with people who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/SSI) and are ages 18 through 64, they may be eligible to receive help from Social Security's Ticket to Work Program. Learn about the Ticket Program and how you can help people find the free services available to help them on their journey to employment and financial independence.Topics: benefits counseling, career, disability employment, employment, employment network, find a job, find help tool, friends and family, resources, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, supported employment, ticket to work, vocational rehabilitation agencies, webinar, wise webinar, work incentivesGet Ready! Preparing for and Attending a Virtual Career Fair
Attending a virtual career fair allows you to interact with employers and learn about job opportunities that meet your experience, skills and goals. Virtual career fairs bring all the benefits of a traditional in-person fair without having to leave the comfort of your home. Learn how to better prepare for a virtual career fair so you stand out in the crowd.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, ssdi, ssi, virtual job fairs, work from homeCategories: Find A JobSeptember 11: A National Day of Service and Remembrance
Following the events of September 11, 2001, Americans came together to lift each other up, help communities heal and make our country stronger. Every community has needs, large and small. September 11 and the surrounding days are an opportunity to make a commitment to address those needs and support your neighbors by volunteering.Categories: Ticket to WorkAttend a Virtual Career Fair and Discover Additional Resources
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobIt’s Never Too Late to Make a Fresh Start
Sometimes the best way to return to work is with a career change. It's never too late to start something new. This blog shares how being a mature job seeker might mean you have the skills an employer is looking for.Thinking about a Career Change?
Thinking about a career change? Often, people who leave the workforce due to a disability find that they no longer can perform the job or work in the career they once had. For some, choosing a different path to work is the answer. Here are some questions to ask yourself before making the transition to a new career, including how Ticket to Work can help you!Topics: career, disability employment, employment, find a job, friends and family, job search, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, success stories, supported employment, ticket to work, tools and tips, training, veteransCategories: Ticket to WorkTicket at 20: Spotlight on Angel
Meet Angel, a Ticket to Work success story and Air Force veteran. Angel returned to work and regained financial independence with support from the Ticket Program. "In the Air Force, your wingman is by your side as you face uncertainty… In a way, the Ticket Program brings the wingman concept into the civilian workforce." Angel said.Attend a Virtual Career Fair and Discover Additional Resources
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobEmployment Networks Are Ready to Serve You
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 Program can help! Across the country, in physical or virtual locations, more than 500 organizations known as Employment Networks are ready to serve you. Like all Ticket to Work providers, their services are free.Topics: benefits counseling, career, disability employment, employment, employment network, friends and family, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, supported employment, ticket to work, tools and tipsCategories: Ticket to Work#ADAat30: Celebrating 30 Years
We're celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990! The ADA opens doors for people with disabilities trying to succeed in the workforce. Social Security's Ticket to Work Program is proud to recognize individuals who have found a path to employment, in part, thanks to the ADA.#ADAat30: What is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against them in all areas of public life, including work, schools, transportation and more. Do you know what the ADA is and how it protects people with disabilities in the workplace or as they look for a job?Stay Informed by Subscribing to Texts from Ticket to Work!
Receive the most up-to-date information from Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) program and opt in to receive text messages! 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.Topics: career, disability employment, employment, friends and family, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, supported employment, ticket to work, tools and tipsCategories: Ticket to WorkAttend a Virtual Career Fair and Discover Additional Resources
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobFinding Help on Your Path to Work
Work is a pathway to discovering your talent, making new friends and becoming financially independent. Have you been away from work because of a disability? Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) program can help. Ticket program service providers are ready to support you on your journey to financial independence and offer free resources to help you succeed in the workplace.#ADAat30: How the Americans with Disabilities Act Protects People with Mental Illness
Approximately 1 in 3 Social Security disability beneficiaries has a mental illness. For many coping with a mental illness, finding a job is not easy. We're celebrating 30 years since the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). Today, we answer the question: How are people with mental illness protected against discrimination in the workplace?Ticket to Work: 20 Years of Helping People with Disabilities Find Their Place in America’s Workforce
For 20 years, the Ticket to Work (Ticket) program has helped people with disabilities move toward financial independence by connecting them with the services and support they need to succeed in the workforce. Today, the Ticket program continues to provide free support and employment services to eligible people with disabilities.Attend a Virtual Career Fair and Discover Additional Resources
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A Job#ADAat30: The Americans with Disabilities Act and Working from Home
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 explains how the ADA protects people with disabilities who work from home or want to work remotely.Ticket at 20: Spotlight on Rob
Rob, a former small business owner, started receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) after receiving a diagnosis of renal failure. With help from the Ticket to Work program, Rob traded his SSDI benefit for a larger paycheck. "I love my job," he says. "The [Ticket] program helped me transition back to stability, and it feels great to have choices again."Explore an Unprecedented Array of Work-At-Home Options Using Your Ticket to Work
Considering working from home? More and more employers are offering flexible work options and remote positions. Wondering which industries are hiring for remote positions? Have questions about requirements for working at home? Employment Options, a Ticket to Work Employment Network, shares tips to help you explore your options.4 Tips for Working from Home
Some of you may have found yourselves working from home lately, and employment may start to look a little different in the future. As more and more of us work from home or consider careers that allow us that option, we have to learn to adapt to our changing environment. We're sharing 4 tips to help you succeed while working from home.Attend a Virtual Career Fair and Discover Additional Resources
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, internship, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobWill I Continue to Receive My Social Security Disability Benefit?
Wondering if you will continue to receive your Social Security benefit or Supplemental Security Income payment during the COVID-19 pandemic? Yes, Social Security will continue to pay benefits. Social Security has a website dedicated to keeping you informed about our services during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.Find Your Career Path Through Volunteer Work
National Volunteer Month shines light on the importance of volunteering and the important contributions that volunteers make when they lend their time and talent to causes dear to them. Have you considered volunteering to gain valuable work experience? Learn how volunteering can help you advance in your career.Service Animals in the Workplace - Part 2
We discussed Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) rules related to service animals in the workplace and the process for requesting to use your service animal at work. Now we're looking at other issues that may come up. If you have questions about having a service dog at work, the Job Accommodation Network shares useful information on how Ticket to Work service providers can help.How do I participate in Ticket to Work?
Looking for work or ready to start planning your employment journey? Searching for work can be stressful and overwhelming but you don't have to go it alone. Social Security's Ticket to Work program offers free services and supports that can help people with disabilities achieve their work goals. Learn how you can participate in the Ticket to Work program.Attend a Virtual Career Fair and Discover Additional Resources
Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, job fair, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobHave you ever thought about working for the government?
Want to work in the government? Ticket program service providers can help you connect with job search resources and special hiring programs for individuals with disabilities. With their specialized job placement expertise, they can help you explore federal employment through Schedule A and employment options with federal contractors available through Section 503.Why Should I Consider an Apprenticeship?
Many people explore apprenticeships as a path to work. Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction to prepare workers for highly-skilled careers. Workers benefit from apprenticeships by receiving a skills-based education that prepares them for good-paying jobs. Learn how an apprenticeship can help you advance in your career.Service Animals in the Workplace: Part 1
The ADA requires employers to provide "reasonable accommodations" for employees with disabilities, which simply means they have to consider doing things differently so individuals with disabilities can work. Does this include service animals? Linda Carter Batiste, J.D., from the Job Accommodation Network, answers questions about service animals in the workplace.Attend a Career Fair in March
Setting goals and looking for work? Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to grow your network, meet potential employers, and discover job opportunities. The career fairs listed in this post are just a few of the offerings this month. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in March.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, internship, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobWhat Will You Do with Your Extra Day? 5 Leap Day Tips
Wish there was more time to plan for the next step in your job search? Leap year is a great opportunity to make progress on your journey to financial independence! Take advantage of this extra day to create a job search strategy. Make a leap with your employment goals and use these tips to move towards financial independence through work.Choosing a Service Provider That's Right for You
Ticket to Work service providers offer free resources and employment supports to help job seekers who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI or SSI) succeed in the workplace. These service providers can become your "Employment Team," ready to support you on your path to work. Learn how a service provider can help you work towards financial independence!Find a Job! New resource now available
Looking for work on your own can be hard. Our new Find a Job webpage lists multiple organizations that host job boards, as well as those that provide services such as career resources, job fair information and resume services. This resource also suggests connecting with a Ticket to Work service provider for more comprehensive support as you search for work.Ticket at 20: Spotlight on Peter
After receiving a kidney transplant, Peter connected with a Ticket to Work service provider, called an Employment Network (EN), who helped him turn his hobby into a career. With the help of his EN, Peter developed an Individual Work Plan (IWP) to reach his employment goals. Find out how he achieved a career doing work he loves and gained financial independence.4 Tips to Avoid Job Search Groundhog Day
Does looking for a job make you feel like you're stuck in the movie Groundhog Day where every day was the same as the day before? Searching and applying for jobs can be frustrating if you're not getting the results you want. To keep working towards your goal without getting discouraged, try some of these tips if you think you're in a rut.Be On the Lookout for Fake Social Security Calls
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.Categories: Government ProgramsAttend a Career Fair in February
Setting goals and looking for work? Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to grow your network, meet potential employers, and discover job opportunities. The career fairs listed in this post are just a few of the offerings this month. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in February.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, internship, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobWorking Remotely: Home Office Safety and Security
Working from home? There's a lot to think about! Each year, the second full week of January is designated as Home Office Safety and Security Week. If you work from home or are looking for that type of job, today we're using this observance to draw your attention to some factors you might want to consider implementing in your own home.Ticket at 20: Spotlight on Cherie
While getting treatment for a treatment-resistant mood disorder, Cherie received free career counseling, computer skills training and advice on job accommodations through the Ticket to Work program. A firm believer that employment played a role in her long-term recovery, Cherie traded in her SSDI benefits for a bigger paycheck.What's New in 2020
Thinking about your employment goals for the New Year? If you're working with a Social Security Ticket to Work service provider as you pursue work, you may have heard of Trial Work Period, Trial Work Period amounts, and Substantial Gainful Activity. In this blog, we take a look at these 3 topics and share the latest updates to them.Attend a Career Fair in January
Setting goals for the New Year and looking for work? Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to grow your network, meet potential employers, and discover job opportunities. The career fairs listed in this post are just a few of the offerings this month. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in January.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, internship, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobUpdate: 2020 Cost-of-Living Adjustment
To help people who receive disability benefits keep up with the cost of living, Social Security reviews benefits each year and decides if there needs to be a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Learn about the 1.6% increase for 2020 and discover how you can find out your new payment and benefits for the new year by using a my Social Security account.Topics: budgeting, disability employment, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, resources, ssdi, ssi, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceHappy 20th Anniversary, Ticket to Work
For the past 20 years, Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) program has offered free employment supports and resources to over one million people with disabilities to help them achieve their work goals. Robert Pfaff, Social Security's Director of the Office of Employment Support, shares how the Ticket program can help you on your path to work.Top 3 Blog Posts of 2019
We're sharing the top 3 blog posts of 2019! You can find information about how to present your best self to a potential employer on your resume or during a job interview; discover Social Security Work Incentives that may help you transition to the workplace; and explore resources that may help you plan for your financial independence.Soft Skills: Why Adaptability needs to be in Your Wheelhouse
Our soft skills series discusses the importance of various soft skills in the workplace. In this blog post, we're focusing on why adaptability, the ability to adjust to change, is valued by employers and how to assess your own adaptability. Use these tips to improve your adaptability in the workplace and find out why this soft skill needs to be a part of your skillset.Topics: career, disability employment, employers, employment, resources, ticket to work, tools and tipsCategories: Success on the JobAttend a Career Fair in December
Are you ready to look for work? Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to grow your network, meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. The career fairs listed in this post are just a few of the offerings this month. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in December.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, internship, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobHelping Veterans on the Path to Work
Employers value military experience! While many veterans who want to work receive VA Service Connected Disability and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), many of them can also take advantage of services provided by the Ticket to Work (Ticket) program. Learn more about employment supports and important tools to help veterans transition to the civilian workforce.Creating Apprenticeship Programs that Work for Everyone
Earn income while learning valuable skills with an apprenticeship! Apprenticeships combine on-the-job learning with job-related classroom training. Learn more about inclusive apprenticeship programs and how the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) is helping job seekers with disabilities advance in their careers.A Video Interview! Now What?
Technology affects how we stay connected, even during the job search process. Many employers are choosing to interview job candidates using Skype or Google Hangout for remote or "work from home" jobs or to accommodate job seekers during the hiring process. Like any other interview, you'll need to research and prepare. Find out how to make your video interview successful!Meet Your Financial Goals through Work and an ABLE Account
Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts make it easier for eligible people with disabilities to save more money for disability-related expenses! If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and are working or want to work, learn how an ABLE account can increase your financial well-being.Attend a Career Fair in November
Are you ready to look for work? Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to grow your network, meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. The career fairs listed in this post are just a few of the offerings this month. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair this November.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, find a job, internship, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobThe Right Talent, Right Now: Ticket to Work and NDEAM
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) spreads awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many contributions of America's workers with disabilities. Learn more about NDEAM and discover resources available through the Ticket to Work program that can help you in your employment journey.Think Outside the Office: Finding Non-Office Jobs
Looking for more information on how to find blue-collar or non-office jobs? Learn more about training supports, accessibility resources, and apprenticeships and networking opportunities can help you find a job. We explore resources and supports that can help you on your journey to find financial independence through work outside the office.Topics: career, disability employment, employers, find a job, internship, job accommodations, mentoring, resources, service provider, success stories, tools and tips, training, volunteering, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: Find A JobAttend a Career Fair in October
Are you ready to look for work? Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair this month.Topics: career, career fairs, disability employment, employers, employment, employment network, find a job, internship, job fair, job search, resources, service provider, veterans, virtual job fairsCategories: Find A JobAsk a Benefits Counselor
Benefits counseling is one of many free services and supports that are available through the Ticket to Work program. We talked with a certified Benefits Counselor to find out answers to common questions about what to expect from benefits counseling.Topics: benefits counseling, career, disability employment, employment network, faqs, financial literacy, find help tool, health care, overpayment, resources, service provider, ticket to work, tools and tips, vocational rehabilitation agencies, webinar, wipa, work incentives, young adultsCategories: Service Provider ResourcesMedicare and Medicaid Employment Supports
If you or someone you know receives SSDI-related Medicare or SSI-related Medicaid, you may have questions about how working and earning income can affect healthcare benefits. Discover how benefits counseling and certain Social Security Work Incentives can help you find the answers you're looking for.Topics: disability employment, financial wellness, friends and family, health, health care, resources, ssdi, ssi, wise webinar, work incentivesCategories: Government ProgramsThink Outside the Office: Discovering Blue-Collar Occupations
Are you ready to work but not sure an office job is right for you? Think outside the office and learn more about work in blue-collar industries that offer wage growth and job satisfaction. We explore what non-office work can entail and why you may want to consider it as you pursue financial independence through work.Topics: accommodations, career, disability employment, education, employers, job accommodations, job search, trainingCategories: Find A JobSoft Skills: Teaming Up for Success
Identifying and strengthening your soft skills can help you on the path to employment. One of these soft skills is teamwork. Find out why employers are looking for job seekers with the ability to work well with a team and discover tips on how you can talk about your teamwork skills.Topics: career, disability employment, employers, employment network, find a job, friends and family, job searchCategories: Find A JobAttend a Career Fair in September
Are you ready to look for work? Attending a career fair can help you start or advance your job search! Whether you attend online or in person, career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair this month.Managing a Long Job Search
Finding a job can feel like a full-time job itself. And often it can take some time before you start hearing back from employers, land an interview or receive a job offer. Staying motivated and focused are skills that you can practice as you continue your job hunt, and you can use our tips to help you learn how.Topics: career, disability employment, employers, find a job, job fair, job search, ticket to work, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobWISE Resources You Should Know About
Attending a WISE webinar can help you find resources, supports and services designed to help you answer the questions you have about finding and returning to work! Check out our WISE resources, including accessibility features and on-demand webinars, to get the most out of our monthly webinars!Topics: accommodations, ada, career, disability employment, education, faqs, friends and family, resources, ssdi, ssi, ticket to work, tools and tips, training, webinar, wise webinar, work incentivesCategories: EventsStumped During an Interview? Try These Tips
Practicing your answers for common interview questions can help you feel confident during a job interview, but what happens when you aren’t prepared for a question? When you get caught off guard during your next interview, consider these tips to help you remain calm and respond, even when you don’t know the answer.Topics: accommodations, ada, career, disability employment, employers, find a job, job search, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobRecovering from Rejection: Staying Up When You're Feeling Down!
Applying for jobs can often feel like a full-time job itself, and often it doesn't feel like a rewarding one. While rejection can be a difficult part of the process, there are ways to recover and keep moving forward. In this guest blog post from Lisa Jordan, discover tips to keep your job search momentum and make progress on your path to employment.Topics: career, disability employment, employers, employment network, find a job, job search, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobLining Up Your References
During your job search, it's likely that a potential employer will ask you for a list of references. A good reference can make a big difference in whether you'll get a job offer because they offer an employer more insight about your technical and soft skills. Discover tips on how to choose and ask the right people to serve as your references!Categories: Find A JobAttend a Career Fair in August
Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in August.Reasonable Accommodations? An EN Can Help!
Whether you're applying for a job or you've started working, understanding and requesting reasonable accommodations could help you on the path to financial independence through work. Learn how a Ticket to Work Employment Network can help your request workplace accommodations for employment success.Soft Skills: An Intro to Effective Communication
Communication isn't just one skill: It's a combination of how you listen, speak, write and express yourself with body language. Discover why each of these aspects of communication is important to employers and learn about reasonable accommodations that may help you develop your communications skills in the workplace.Topics: accommodations, career, disability employment, employers, employment network, job accommodations, tools and tipsCategories: Success on the JobPre-Employment and the ADA: 5 Tips for Navigating a Job Interview
Disclosing a disability or requesting reasonable accommodations during the application and interview stage of your job search can be daunting. The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) explores how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects you from discrimination and how JAN can help you consider accommodations that could help you on the path to employment.Topics: accommodations, ada, career, department of labor, disability employment, employers, find a job, job accommodations, job search, resourcesCategories: Find A JobSoft Skills: Practicing Early and Often
Soft skills are just as important as hard or technical skills for getting a job and succeeding at work. Learn how to develop soft skills for workplace success and how the Ticket to Work program can help you in your employment journey.Attend a Career Fair in July
Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in July.How Will Working Affect Your Benefits?
Find out where you can find information about how working will affect your Social Security disability benefits and discover who can help you find the supports and services you may need as you transition to the workforce.Topics: benefits counseling, budgeting, disability employment, employers, employment network, faqs, financial literacy, find help tool, health care, job search, overpayment, resources, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, ticket to work, vocational rehabilitation agencies, wipa, work incentivesYour Map to Success
Ready to work but not sure how to get to your goals? Find out how working with a Ticket to Work service provider and creating an Individual Work Plan can help you stay on track as you pursue your employment goals.What's So Important About Soft Skills?
Soft skills play an important role in an employer's hiring decisions and can give an employer an idea of how you may work well on their team. Learn more about soft skills in the workplace and how to identify the soft skills you have.Your First Resume
For those of you moving from school to the workforce for the first time, you may be wondering, "Now what?" Your first step on the path to work may be writing your first resume. Add these three items to your first resume to highlight the skills and knowledge you have, even if you haven't worked before.Topics: career, community service, education, employers, find a job, internship, job search, ticket to work, tools and tips, training, volunteering, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: Find A JobAttend a Career Fair in June
Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in June.You've Been Offered a Job! Now What?
Congratulations! You’ve been offered a job! Now what? Consider asking yourself and your new employer these questions as you accept a job offer and transition to the workplace.Topics: accommodations, ada, budgeting, career, department of labor, employment network, financial literacy, find a job, health care, job accommodations, job search, work from home, work incentivesCategories: Find A JobIdentifying a Mental Health-Friendly Employer
If you have a mental illness and are looking for work, you may have questions about finding a mental health-friendly employer. Here are 4 signs to look for and 3 tips to help you transition to the workplace.Topics: accommodations, ada, career, employers, friends and family, health, job accommodations, job search, mental illness, mentoringCategories: Find A JobWorking with PTSD
While post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often linked to military service, anyone can experience this mental illness. During Mental Health Month, learn about the positive effect work can have on PTSD and discover ways to help manage PTSD in the workplace.Topics: accommodations, career, disability employment, employers, job accommodations, mental illness, mentoring, resources, success stories, tools and tips, veteransCategories: Success on the JobAn Intro to Self-Care: Tips for Sleep, Nutrition and Well-Being
Have you seen the term "self-care" on social media recently? It's become a popular topic and can be an important part of your mental and physical health. Today, we talk about what self-care is and suggest some ways you can introduce it into your routine.Voluntarily Suspending Your SSDI Benefits While Working
As you start working, you may have questions about being overpaid by Social Security. Reporting your work and wages is one way you can help avoid an overpayment, but today we take a look at another option, voluntarily suspending your SSDI.Attend a Career Fair in May
Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in May.Autism and the Workplace
April is Autism Awareness Month, making it a great time to recognize and raise awareness of the strengths that people who have autism spectrum disorder can bring to the workplace. Learn more about these strengths and how one individual has found success with help from Social Security’s Ticket to Work.Be a STAR in Your Next Interview
Job interviews are often an important part of the path to work and knowing how to prepare for them can give you an advantage during the hiring process. Consider the STAR method to help you answer behavioral questions during your next interview.Topics: career, community service, employers, employment network, faqs, find a job, friends and family, internship, job search, service provider, tools and tips, training, volunteeringCategories: Find A Job9 Reasons to Participate in Ticket to Work
Are you on the path to financial independence through work? Here are 9 reasons that Social Security's Ticket to Work program may have the answers and support you need to succeed.Topics: accommodations, career, disability employment, employers, employment network, find a job, find help tool, friends and family, job accommodations, job fair, job search, self-employment, ssdi, ssi, success stories, ticket to work, tools and tips, training, vocational rehabilitation agencies, work from home, work incentivesCategories: Ticket to WorkGross and Net Income: What’s the Difference?
As you start working and earning income, you may hear the terms gross income and net income. Learn the difference between them and find out how each can play a role in your path to financial independence through work.Topics: budgeting, career, education, employers, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, overpayment, resources, taxes, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceAttend a Career Fair in April
Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in April.Celebrating Deaf History Month and Employment
Learn about the 3 milestones that are recognized and celebrated during Deaf History Month. And discover supports and resources that are available for people who are deaf or hard of hearing as they explore their employment options.Myths Busted: ABLE Accounts
What have you heard about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts? In today's guest blog post from the ABLE National Resource Center, discover the truth about 3 of the most common myths about ABLE accounts.Topics: budgeting, disability employment, education, financial literacy, financial wellness, friends and family, health care, money management, resources, ssi, taxes, training, wise webinarCategories: Financial IndependenceCelebrate Success: Brain Injury Awareness and Ticket to Work
According to the Brain Injury Association of America, every 9 seconds, someone in the U.S. sustains a brain injury. Meet one of those individuals, Josh, in today’s blog post and discover how he received the supports and services he needed to find work.Ageism: Yes, It Exists
We've heard from many of you that you believe you've experienced age discrimination as you search for a job even though the ADEA was passed to protect people from ageism. In today's post, we offer tips that may help you avoid age discrimination during your job search.Do You Qualify for This Tax Credit?
With the deadline to file taxes approaching, we take a look at the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to share how it may qualify if you're working and receive low to moderate income. Even if you aren't required to file your taxes, this tax credit may help you.Attend a Career Fair in March
Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in March.Podcast Revisit: Supports for People Who Are Blind
In recognition of Low Vision Awareness Month, we’re taking a look back at one of our Ticket Talk podcasts to revisit the supports and services that may be available to you if you’re blind or have low vision.Celebrating Presidents Day: President George H.W. Bush and the ADA
In recognition of Presidents Day, we discuss President George H.W. Bush’s role in passing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and why the ADA was important to him.What's New in 2019
Social Security adjusted the amounts for Trial Work Period and Substantial Gainful Activity in 2019. Learn more about how these changes may affect you as you pursue financial independence through work.Where Are You on the Path to Work?
When you make the decision to pursue financial independence through work, you may find that you go through several phases, or stages, on the path to work. Learn more about some of the basic phases to discover what you may be thinking about or doing – and how Social Security's Ticket to Work program may offer the support and services you need.Topics: accommodations, benefits counseling, budgeting, career, disability employment, education, employment network, financial wellness, find a job, job search, mentoring, money management, self-employment, service provider, social security disability benefits, ticket to work, training, work incentivesCategories: Find A JobAttend a Career Fair in February
Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in February.Myth Busted: Continuation of Medicare Coverage
Do you have questions about what happens to your Medicare coverage as you return to work? Check out today's blog post to learn how one Social Security Work Incentive may allow you to continue receiving Medicare for 93 months.A Fresh Approach to Setting Goals
The start of a new year can be a great time to set new goals for yourself. Discover some goal-setting techniques that may help you succeed and find out how Social Security's Ticket to Work program can offer you supports and services if your goals include pursuing work this year.Topics: accommodations, career, disability employment, employers, employment network, find a job, job search, service provider, ticket to work, tools and tips, vocational rehabilitation agenciesCategories: Find A JobFinding the Right Mentor
Are you interested in working with a mentor but not sure how to ask someone? In recognition of National Mentoring Month, today we share some tips on how to find and ask the right person to be your mentor.Attend a Career Fair in January
Get started on your 2019 work goals by attending a career fair this month! Online and in-person career fairs connect you with potential employers to learn about their companies and potential job openings!Update: 2019 Cost-of-Living Adjustments
To keep up with the cost of living, Social Security reviews benefits each year and decides if there needs to be a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Learn about this year's 2.8% increase and discover how you can find out your new cash payment and benefits for 2019.Topics: budgeting, disability employment, financial wellness, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, tools and tipsCategories:Top 3 Blog Posts of 2018
Take a look back at 3 of our most popular blog posts of 2018 to rediscover information that may help you as you pursue financial independence through work. Revisit these blog posts to learn more about Social Security Work Incentives, wage reporting and ABLE.To Financial Independence and Changed Lives
In recognition of this month's International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we take a look at 3 individuals who found the support and services they needed through the Ticket to Work program to pursue financial independence through work. Discover how the Ticket program helped them succeed.Attend a Career Fair in December
Get started on your 2019 goals by meeting potential employers, learning about companies and discovering job opportunities. Virtual and in-person career fairs give you that chance! Check out these events, taking place in December.Working for Yourself with Ticket to Work
Discover how Social Security's Ticket to Work program can offer you the supports and services you need as you pursue self-employment. We also share some Social Security Work Incentives and other resources that can help you succeed on the path to financial independence.Learn While You Earn with an Apprenticeship
Apprenticeships offer you the opportunity to work and earn income while you learn about your industry and receive training. Find out more about apprenticeships, including where you can find an apprenticeship opportunity, and discover how a Ticket to Work service provider can help you reach your goals.Honoring Those Who Have Served
In recognition of Veterans Day this weekend, we take a look at how Veterans Day began. We also discuss the supports and services available through the Ticket to Work program that may help eligible veterans return to work and discover how their military experience is an asset in the workplace.Informational Interviews: Why You Should Make Time for Them
Informational interviews offer you the opportunity to learn more about a specific career, including day-to-day responsibilities and skills and training you'll need. Find out why an informational interview could help you and discover tips to help you ask the right questions to become informed.Topics: career, employers, find a job, friends and family, internship, job search, service provider, tools and tips, training, young adultsCategories: Find A JobAttend a Career Fair in November
Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a career fair in November.Interview Dos and Don'ts: Making a Great First Impression
As you get ready for your next job interview, it's important to consider what you can do and what you can avoid to make a strong impression with the interviewer. Follow these "dos and don'ts" to help you prepare and increase your chances of receiving a job offer.Topics: career, employers, employment network, find a job, internship, job search, service provider, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobApplicant Tracking Systems: Is Your Resume Hitting the Mark?
Many large employers use applicant tracking systems to filter applications based on important keywords and narrow down the applicant pool for a specific job. Find out how to tailor your resume to maximize your chances of your resume making it to the next stage of the application process.Topics: career, employment network, find a job, job search, resources, service provider, ticket to work, tools and tips, wise webinarCategories: Find A JobCelebrate NDEAM 2018!
During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, find resources and learn how Social Security's Ticket to Work program may offer you the supports and services that you need to succeed in the workforce.Topics: accommodations, career, department of labor, disability employment, employers, employment network, facebook, find a job, find help tool, friends and family, job fair, job search, mentoring, odep, resources, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, success stories, supported employment, ticket to work, training, vocational rehabilitation agencies, wise webinar, work incentivesPuzzle Pieces: Learn How Your Skills Make You the Right Fit
Thinking about the technical and soft skills that you have may help you write your resume and identify job openings that are a good fit for you. Today's blog post includes advice on how you can assess your skills and understand how they help you fit into a job.Topics: career, employers, employment network, find a job, internship, job search, service provider, trainingCategories: Find A JobResource Roundup: Resume and Interview Tips
As you begin your job search, Choose Work! blog posts can help you write, review and polish your resume to help you stand out to potential employers and prepare for a job interview to leave a strong impression. Advance your job search with these resources today.Topics: accommodations, ada, career, employers, find a job, internship, job accommodations, job search, resources, success stories, tools and tips, volunteering, young adultsCategories: Find A JobAttend a Career Fair in October
Jumpstart your job search by attending a career fair during October. Virtual and in-person career fairs give you the chance to meet potential employers, learn about a company and discover job opportunities.Reach Your Career Goals through Work from Home
Working from home may be the career path and reasonable accommodation that could help you succeed in the workplace. Today's blog post explores types of work-from-home jobs and discusses tips on how to talk with an employer about working from home. Turning Your Idea into a Business
Colleen Moynihan of New England Business Associates (NEBA) shares her experience with working with people on the path to self-employment and offers some of her advice that may help you as you pursue your self-employment goals.Making Plans in Case of Emergency
September, which is National Emergency Preparedness Month, is a good time to review your plans for both at home and at work to stay safe all year. Today, we're sharing tips on how you can prepare for an emergency in the workplace.Attend a Career Fair in September
Attending a career fair can help you connect with potential employers and learn more about job openings available in your area. Attend one of these career fairs scheduled for September.Work Incentives Wednesdays: Tips for Young Adults
As summer ends and young adults start college or enter the workforce for the first time, Social Security's Ticket to Work program and Work Incentives can help make the transition to college and working easier. Learn more about these resources in today's Work Incentives Wednesdays blog post.Talking About Ticket
Learn more about Social Security's Ticket to Work program and discover resources that may help you better serve your clients who are eligible for the Ticket program.Topics: career, disability employment, employers, employment network, find help tool, friends and family, job search, mentoring, resources, service provider, social security disability benefits, supported employment, ticket to work, tools and tips, volunteeringCategories: Service Provider ResourcesLearning the ABCs of Career Progress
The ABCs of career development can help you reach your ultimate career goals by helping you identify your interests, focus on gaining valuable experience, and learn about positions that may help grow your career.Topics: career, career fairs, community service, employers, employment network, find a job, internship, job fair, job search, trainingCategories: Find A Job9 Tips to Help You Succeed at a Career Fair
Are you planning on attending a career fair this month? Follow our 9 tips to leave a strong impression with recruiters, make the most of your time at the event and advance your job search.Topics: career, career fairs, employers, find a job, job fair, job search, resources, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobAttend a Career Fair in August
Attending a career fair can help you connect with potential employers and learn more about job openings available in your area. Attend one of these career fairs scheduled for August. The EEOC and Discrimination
Commissioner Chai Feldblum of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) shares information about identifying discrimination and what you can do if you think an employer is discriminating against you based on your disability.Topics: accommodations, ada, career, department of labor, disability employment, employers, employment network, job accommodations, odep, pabss, resources, ssdi, ssi, supported employmentCategories: Government ProgramsHow To Request Accommodations
If you're considering requesting accommodations for the workplace, follow these steps that the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) recommends to help you through the process. Talking about Disability Disclosure
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) discusses three reasons why people with disabilities may decide to disclose their disability to their employers. Plus, find out how JAN can help you through the process.Make the Most of Your Summer
Summer may be a time for relaxing, but it also offers opportunities to think about, research and plan for your career development. Check out ways you can start advancing your career this summer.Update! Social Security's Online Wage Reporting Service
Starting in June 2018, people who receive SSI can report their wages using the tool available through my Social Security accounts. Learn more about this feature and other ways to report your work and earnings to Social Security.Topics: budgeting, financial wellness, money management, money mondays, overpayment, ssi, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceAttend a Career Fair in July
Attending a career fair can help you connect with potential employers and learn more about job openings available in your area. Attend one of these career fairs scheduled for July to advance your job search this summer!Job Searching with a Mental Health Condition
If you're looking for work and have a mental health condition, you may have questions about managing your health and finding a job that's right for you. Follow these tips from Mental Health America to help you on your job search.Topics: accommodations, career, employers, find a job, health, job accommodations, job search, mental illness, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobFrom Mentor to Parent: A Father's Story
Celebrate Father's Day by meeting Ollie Cantos and learning about his relationship with his 3 sons who, like Ollie, are blind. Ollie shares his experience with his own parents growing up and offers his advice for parents of kids with disabilities.You Asked, We Answer! Working for the Federal Government
In our May WISE webinar, Commissioner Chai Feldblum of the U.S. EEOC talked about paths to federal employment for people with disabilities and discrimination. Find answers to top questions asked during the webinar and find out how you can pursue work in the federal government.Employee Wellbeing Month: 7 Tips for Managing Your Physical Wellbeing at Work
June is Employee Wellbeing Month, making it a great time to learn how you can find a work-life balance and manage your physical health as you transition to the workplace. Our 7 tips may help you make small changes to keep track of your nutrition and fitness to maintain your help.Attend a Career Fair in June
Check out a career fair in June to connect with employers, learn more about an industry or specific company and discover job openings that may be a good fit for you.Do You Know What Kind of Job You Want?
If you've made the choice to find work and aren't sure what type of job you'd like, you can start with today's blog post! Learn what questions you can ask yourself what type of work you'd like to pursue and check out resources that may match your skills with career options.Topics: career, community service, employers, find a job, friends and family, job search, tools and tips, training, volunteeringCategories: Find A JobExtended Period of Eligibility
Learn more about the Extended Period of Eligibility (EPE), a Work Incentive that serves as a safety net for 36 months. Find out how during your EPE, you may be due your cash benefits during months when you don't make SGA.Mental Health Awareness Month: Body and Mind
During Mental Health Awareness Month, we encourage you to find resources that help you focus on your physical and mental health. Learn about the #4Mind4Body Challenge and join the event to make small changes every day.Categories: EventsWISE Spotlight: Commissioner Chai Feldblum of the EEOC
Meet this month's WISE guest presenter! Commissioner Chai Feldblum of the EEOC will join us to discuss federal employment paths for people with disabilities and what to do if you have experienced discrimination.Topics: accommodations, ada, career, department of labor, disability employment, job search, odep, resources, supported employment, ticket to work, tools and tips, webinar, wise webinarCategories: Government ProgramsSocial Media and Your Job Search
Find tips for building and maintaining a social media presence that shows your best side for potential employers. Plus find tips on using social media to help you during your job search.Topics: disability employment, education, employers, facebook, find a job, friends and family, health, job search, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobHappy Mother's Day!
In celebration of Mother's Day, today's blog post highlights Ticket to Work success stories about moms with disabilities. Plus, find tips that may help moms who are pursuing employment goals.Topics: accommodations, career, community service, find a job, friends and family, holiday, job search, mental illness, resources, service provider, success stories, supported employment, tools and tips, volunteeringCategories: EventsFederal Internships: A Path to Public Service
Internships can be a great way to gain valuable work experience, but did you know that there are many federal internships opportunities available nationwide? Learn more about programs and internship openings that may help you on your path to full-time employment.Topics: career, department of labor, education, employers, find a job, internship, job search, mentoring, resources, schedule a, supported employment, tools and tips, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: Government ProgramsAttend a Career Fair in May
Check out a career fair, either online or in person, during May! Career fairs connect you with recruiters and potential employers while learning more about your career options.Skills for Living…and Working
As young adults make progress toward personal independence, they may have questions or look for instruction to help them transition to adulthood. Our resources may help you find programs and organizations to develop skills necessary on the path to independence.Topics: budgeting, career, education, employment network, financial literacy, find help tool, friends and family, job accommodations, job search, mentoring, money management, resources, tools and tips, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: Young AdultsHow to Get Support for Common Problems in College
College can be challenging. And if you're a student with a disability, it can be especially important to learn where and how you can get support. Follow this advice from Understood.org to help you find answers to your questions and succeed in school.Topics: accommodations, ada, autism, education, faqs, friends and family, health care, resources, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: Young AdultsMoney Mondays: Calling All Young Adults with Disabilities
Graduating from high school and entering adulthood is exciting, but you may have questions about managing your money. Our tips and resources may help you make a plan for budgeting, creating savings goals and managing your disability benefits.Topics: budgeting, employment network, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, money mondays, overpayment, resources, service provider, social security disability benefits, tools and tips, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: Financial IndependenceSpring Cleaning: 10 Tips for Organizing Your Job Search
It's time for spring cleaning! Organize your job search by following our 10 tips. We offer advice on setting up a job-search space and staying organized as you keep track of applications, interviews and networking opportunities.Categories: Find A JobWork and Learn as an Intern
Internships are a great way for young adults to learn more about their desired career, gain valuable work experience, and build professional relationships. Learn how you can make the most of your internship experience and advance your career.Attend a Career Fair in April
Head to a career fair during April to meet with recruiters and advance your job search. Virtual and in-person job fairs can help you connect with employers and learn about career opportunities and different job industries.Have an Interview? Do Your Homework!
Are you going on an interview soon? Before you do, researching a company or organization as well as its leadership may help you prepare questions about the job. Check out our tips on finding more information about a company.Topics: career, disability employment, employers, find a job, internship, job search, resources, tools and tipsCategories: Find A JobAddressing Employment Gaps During a Job Search
As you write your resume and start applying for jobs, you may have questions about addressing employment gaps. Lisa Jordan, President of Human Solutions LLC, shares advice on how you can address these gaps and how to fill them with other experiences to make a strong impression with a potential employer.Topics: career, community service, employers, find a job, health, internship, job search, tools and tips, training, volunteeringCategories: Find A JobWhat's New for ABLE in 2018
Check out what's new for ABLE programs in 2018, including changes to annual contribution limits and tax credits that ABLE account owners may be eligible for! ABLE Accounts allow certain people with disabilities to save more money for disability-related expenses.Finding Help on the Path to Work
As you start on the path to employment and financial independence, you may be wondering where to turn for support. Find out how to use the Find Help tool to help you search for Ticket to Work service providers who may provide the services you need to succeed.Topics: accommodations, career, disability employment, employment network, find a job, find help tool, job accommodations, job fair, pabss, self-employment, service provider, supported employment, ticket to work, vocational rehabilitation agencies, wipa, workforce enCategories: Service Provider ResourcesWhat Can YOU Do? The Campaign for Disability Employment
The Department of Labor's Campaign for Disability joins us in this guest blog post. They discuss their mission and resources that you can find on their new website. Learn about the successes of people with disabilities in the workplace as you discover supports to help you on your job search.Topics: accommodations, blind, department of labor, friends and family, job search, mental illness, odep, resources, success stories, supported employment, tools and tipsCategories: Government ProgramsTop Questions You Can Expect during a Job Interview - Part 2
Check out more questions that interviewers like to ask, and find advice on how to answer them. Having an idea of what types of questions you may be asked and preparing responses may help you feel more confident during your next job interview.Topics: career, employers, find a job, friends and family, internship, job search, tools and tips, volunteeringCategories: Find A JobAttending a College Fair
Attending a college fair can help young adults connect with admissions representatives and learn more about a variety of colleges, their academics and their campus cultures. Learn how to find a college fair near you and tips for how to make the most out of attending an event in today's blog post.Topics: accommodations, education, friends and family, mentoring, tools and tips, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: EventsMyth Busted: Trial Work Period
The Trial Work Period is one Work Incentive that helps people who use Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) test their ability for 9 months while continuing to receive benefits. Learn more about this employment Social Security support to help you on the path to financial independence.Attend a Career Fair in March
Throughout March, career fairs will take place nationwide, giving you the opportunity to connect with employers and learn about different career opportunities and learn more about an industry. Head to a career fair this month and meet with recruiters to advance your job search this month!Accessible Technology in the Workplace
Access to accessible and assistive technology in the workplace can be considered a reasonable accommodation. Find out how to identify and request your technology needs with guidance from the Partnership on Employment and Accessible Technology (PEAT) in this blog post.Topics: accommodations, blind, department of labor, education, hard of hearing, odep, supported employment, tools and tips, trainingCategories: Success on the JobYou Asked, We Answer! Financial Independence
During the January 2018 WISE webinar, we shared advice and resources to help you on the path to financial independence. If you missed the webinar, check out answers to the top questions and find out what financial resources may be available to you.Topics: education, faqs, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, overpayment, taxes, tools and tips, training, wise webinarCategories: EventsTop 3 Questions You Can Expect during a Job Interview
Getting ready for a job interview? Having an idea of what questions you may be asked can help you prepare answers and feel more confident as you talk with a hiring manager. Check out the top 3 question you can expect and find tips on how to answer them during your next interview.Topics: accommodations, career, employers, find a job, friends and family, job accommodations, job searchCategories: Find A JobMoney Mondays: Tax Tips and Preparation
It's tax season! Check out our blog post to discover free resources and information that may be available to help you prepare and file your 2017 tax returns.Topics: budgeting, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, money mondays, resources, service provider, taxes, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceResolution Follow-Up: Learn More about Ticket to Work
Have you gotten started on your work resolutions? We're following up on our 2018 Resolutions Checklist to share how you can learn more about the Ticket to Work program to find the supports and services you need.Attend a Virtual or In-Person Career Fair in February
Throughout February, career fairs will take place nationwide, giving you the opportunity to connect with employers and learn about different career opportunities and learn more about an industry. Head to a career fair this month and meet with recruiters to advance your job search this month!You Asked, We Answer! Disability Benefits and Work
Did you miss the December 2017 WISE webinar? Check out answers to the top questions we received during the event and learn more about disability benefits and work.Topics: career, disability employment, education, employers, employment network, faqs, friends and family, job search, resources, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, supported employment, vocational rehabilitation agencies, webinar, wise webinar, work incentives, work incentives wednesdaysMoney Mondays: Financial Empowerment
As you transition to the workplace, you may have questions about managing your money. Guest blogger Sherman Gifford shares a financial resource that may help you learn more about managing money as you work toward your financial goals.Topics: budgeting, education, employment network, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, money mondays, resources, service provider, tools and tips, work incentivesCategories: Financial IndependenceAchieve More with SCORE
If you're thinking about starting a business, a mentor may improve your chances of success. Learn more about mentoring and find out how a SCORE mentor can offer you advice, knowledge and professional contacts as you pursue your self-employment goals.Topics: career, disability employment, education, mentoring, self-employment, supported employment, tools and tips, training, work from homeCategories: Success on the JobUpdate: Wage Reporting for People who Receive SSDI
Social Security recently released a new tool for reporting wages for people who receive SSDI benefits. Learn more about this tool, which is available with a my Social Security account.Topics: budgeting, employment network, financial wellness, money management, overpayment, resources, ssdi, ssi, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceMake Your Resolutions Work with Ticket to Work
The start of a new year is a great time to set new goals for yourself. If you're considering finding work in 2018, Social Security's Ticket to Work program may offer the supports and services you need to find a job and transition to the workplace. Get started on your goals with our checklist!Topics: career, disability employment, employers, employment network, find a job, find help tool, job search, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, supported employment, ticket to work, tools and tips, training, vocational rehabilitation agencies, webinar, work incentivesCategories: Find A JobKick off 2018 with a Career Fair
Throughout November, career fairs will take place nationwide, giving you the opportunity to connect with employers and learn about different career opportunities and learn more about an industry. Head to a career fair this month and meet with recruiters to advance your job search this month!The Best of 2017
With the end of 2017 just around the corner, we're looking back at some of the best blog posts of this year. Revisit these posts or check them out for the first time to learn about employment topics to help you on the path to financial independence.Look Your Best: How to Dress For a Job Interview
As you start scheduling interviews, you may wonder what clothing works best to impress your interviewer. Or maybe you're looking for help finding appropriate interview attire. We're sharing tips and resources to help you look and feel your best during your next job interview.Categories: Find A Job2017 Journeys To Success
Take a look back at the Ticket to Work success stories of 2017 and learn more about the individuals who found the support they needed on the path to financial independence. Discover the services, Work Incentives and resources that helped them succeed.Topics: accommodations, ada, career, disability employment, education, employers, employment network, financial wellness, find a job, find help tool, friends and family, health care, internship, job accommodations, job search, mentoring, schedule a, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, success stories, supported employment, ticket to work, training, vocational rehabilitation agencies, volunteering, work incentives, young adultsYou Asked, We Answer! Achieving Your Self-Employment Goals
Did you miss the November WISE webinar? The New England Business Associates (NEBA) joined us to share information and resources for self-employment. Check out the answers to top questions we received during the webinar to help you get started on your self-employment goals.What's New In 2018?
As 2017 comes to an end, we’re looking ahead to 2018 and the changes that Social Security has made to Cost-of Living Adjustment (COLA) and the Red Book. Find out how these updates may affect your work goals in the new year.Topics: budgeting, career, financial literacy, friends and family, money management, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssiCategories: Government ProgramsPrepare for the New Year with a December Career Fair
Throughout November, career fairs will take place nationwide, giving you the opportunity to connect with employers and learn about different career opportunities and learn more about an industry. Head to a career fair this month and meet with recruiters to advance your job search this month!Tips for Networking
As you look for work, networking may help you find job leads, learn more about an industry and get advice for applying and interviewing for different jobs. Check out our tips to help you build and maintain strong professional relationships during your job search.Categories: Find A JobHoliday Rush: Job Searching at the End of the Year
It may not seem like it, but the end of the year and holiday season is a great time to look for employment. We share reasons why a job search at the end of the year may be more successful and tips that may help you land an interview or a job.Topics: career, community service, employers, employment network, find a job, friends and family, holiday, job search, volunteeringCategories: Find A JobABLE Accounts: What You Should Know
Our October WISE webinar shared information about ABLE Accounts. Find answers to top questions from the webinar, including if you qualify for an ABLE Account and how you may use account funds on the path to financial independence.Work Incentives Wednesdays: Unincurred Business Expenses
If you own a business or have self-employment goals, read our Work Incentives Wednesdays blog post to find out how Social Security counts self-employment earnings and learn about Unincurred Business Expenses.'Tis the Season to Try Seasonal Work
With the holidays just around the corner, learn how seasonal work may help you on the path to permanent employment. Learn what you may find when applying to work-from-home and local jobs during this holiday season in this blog post.Want to start a business? Find a mentor!
Ever since Shelia Newman's first experience as a mentor, she's learned a lot about self-employment. Find her tips on starting your own business and learn why working with a mentor may help you on your path to self-employment in today's blog post!Topics: career, friends and family, mentoring, resources, self-employment, supported employment, tools and tipsCategories: Success on the JobStart Your Job Search at a November Career Fair
Throughout November, career fairs will take place nationwide, both in person and online. Advance your job search this month by attending one, meeting recruiters and potential employers, and learning more about your career options.Success Story Follow-Up: Returning to Work with Marty
We recently caught up with Marty, who was featured in a Ticket to Work success story, to find out his advice on returning to an industry with a disability. Discover tips on how to adapt your skills to new responsibilities as your return to work.You Asked, We Answer! Work Incentives and SSDI
In our September WISE, we talked about Work Incentives available for people who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Find answers to the top questions about SSDI benefits and Work Incentives that are available to you as you plan your path to financial independence.Money Mondays: Tips for Opening Your ABLE Account
Opening an ABLE Account allows certain people with disabilities to save more money for disability-related expenses. Find out what you questions you may want to ask and what information you might be asked when opening your own ABLE Account in today's blog post.Finding a Mentor to Help You on Your Job Search
Today is National Disability Mentoring Day! Working with a mentor can help you learn more about an industry and make professional connections as you work toward your employment goals. Learn more about mentorships in our guest blog post by Shelia Newman.Disability Mentoring Day
Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) is coming up on October 18. DMD events will happen across the country and help people connect with mentors and consider their employment options. Learn more about DMD events in our guest blog post from the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD).Topics: career, department of labor, disability employment, employers, friends and family, internship, job search, mentoring, resources, supported employmentCategories: EventsNational Disability Employment Awareness Month 2017
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! Celebrate this year's theme, Inclusion Drives Innovation, and learn how the Ticket to Work program works to support your employment goals in today's blog post.Start Your Job Search at an October Career Fair
Throughout October, career fairs will take place nationwide, both in person and online. Advance your job search this month by attending one, meeting recruiters and potential employers, and learning more about your career options.You Asked, We Answer! Ticket to Work and Supplemental Security Income
In our August WISE, we talked about Work Incentives available for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Today, we're answering top questions from the webinar to help you plan your path to financial independence.The Job Interview: It's More Than What You Say
In this blog post, we share tips on what you can do to make a good impression during a job interview. Employers notice more than what you say during an interview, and these tips offer advice on etiquette to help you stand out.Categories: Find A JobIt’s Your Turn: Questions to Ask During a Job Interview
During a job interview, asking questions can help you learn more about a company or a job position and show your interest in the position. Today's blog post helps you plan your questions and suggests what you may want to ask during your next job interview.Categories: Find A JobIncrease Your Chances for a Job Interview
Lisa Jordan, the Board Chair of the National Employment Network Association (NENA), shares tips on what you can do to make your job applications and resume stand out to hiring managers. Read our guest blog post and follow her tips to land a job interview!Topics: career, employers, internship, job search, resources, tools and tips, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: Find A JobCan You Hear Me Now? Mastering the Phone Interview
As you apply for jobs, you may be asked for a phone interview. Read our blog for tips on how to handle talking with a potential employer on the phone to impress potential employers and further your job search.Topics: career, employers, job accommodations, job search, resources, tools and tips, young adults, youth in transitionCategories: Find A JobOpening Doors to Internships and Employment: The Workforce Recruitment Program
If you're a college student or recent graduate with a disability, the Workforce Recruitment Program can help you find federal internships and employment. Read our guest blog post to learn more about this opportunity and find out how you can apply.Start Your Job Search at a September Career Fair
Throughout September, career fairs will take place nationwide, both in person and online. Advance your job search this month by attending one, meeting recruiters and potential employers, and learning more about your career options.Making the Most of a Virtual Career Fair
Each month, we share virtual and in-person career fairs going on throughout the country to connect you with potential employers. In today's blog post, we share tips to help you as you prepare for a virtual career fair and make a good impression with potential employers.Categories: Find A JobLet a my Social Security Account Guide You Back to Work
Read today's special guest blog post to learn how a my Social Security Account can help you! The Acting Deputy Commissioner for Social Security's Office of Communications at Social Security shares how you can set up your account and use Work Incentives on your path to financial independence.Topics: find help tool, friends and family, job search, money management, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, work incentives, work incentives wednesdaysCategories: Government ProgramsUsing Assistive Technology in the Workplace
In this guest blog post by Able Data, learn about assistive technology (AT) that may help you succeed in the work place as a person with a disability. Find AT options that can be used in office and non-office settings that could help boost your productivity.Topics: accommodations, blind, career, deaf, employers, job accommodations, resources, supported employment, tools and tipsCategories: Success on the JobYou Asked, We Answer! Ticket to Work and Reasonable Accommodations
Our July WISE webinar featured the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) and discussed reasonable accommodations in the workplace. If you missed the webinar, today's blog post answers top questions that we received from attendees. Read and find out how reasonable accommodations can affect your path to work.Money Mondays: Managing Money in a Digital World
Managing your money from home can be easy with online and mobile banking options. Read this month’s Money Mondays blog post to find out how you can manage your banking accounts and finances without visiting a bank branch.Topics: blind, budgeting, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, money mondays, resources, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceFinding Work through LinkedIn
Once you have your LinkedIn profile set up, you can start connecting with professional contacts and potential employers. Follow our tips to help you get noticed, engage with employers and find the job that you want.Categories: Find A JobAn Introduction to LinkedIn
LinkedIn can help you connect with professional contacts and potential employers. Learn how to set up a strong profile to show off your professional experience and skills and advance your job search.Categories: Find A JobStart Your Job Search at an August Career Fair
Advance your job search at a career fair this month! Throughout August, career fairs will take place nationwide both in person and online. Meet with employers and recruiters who can tell you about their latest job openings.Policy at Work: Celebrating 27 Years of the ADA
Today marks the 27th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Read today's blog post to learn how the ADA has affected Jennifer Sheehy, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy, and her career path.Topics: accommodations, ada, budgeting, career, department of labor, job accommodations, resources, ssdi, ssi, supported employmentCategories: Government ProgramsMake Everyday Adaptive Equipment, Tools & Services Count at Work
Certain items or services that you use in your daily life outside of work are also important to your workplace success. You are responsible for paying for these things, but today's Work Incentives Wednesdays post shares how Work Incentives can help you save money to afford what you need to achieve your goals.Topics: accommodations, ada, budgeting, financial wellness, job accommodations, job search, money management, resources, ssdi, ssi, work incentives, work incentives wednesdaysCategories: Government ProgramsYou Asked, We Answer! Ticket to Work for Young Adults
Our 2017 WISE webinar offered advice and employment support resources for young adults with disabilities. If you missed the webinar or you're looking for more information, today's blog post answers top questions from the webinar.Topics: career, education, employment network, faqs, find a job, internship, job search, resources, service provider, supported employment, tools and tips, training, wise webinarCategories: EventsMaking Interviews Accessible for You
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, people with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodations when interviewing for a job. Learn more about accommodations and how to request them during the application process in today's blog post.
Categories: Find A JobMoney Mondays: The (Low and No) Cost of Reasonable Accommodations
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. Read today's Money Mondays to learn more about the cost of accommodations and who pays for them.Make Working from Home Work for You
Lisa and Lori, who both have found success with the help of Ticket to Work, share their stories and tips about working from home. Read to find out what you should know about this accommodation and how you can take steps that may help you succeed.Start Your Job Search at a July Career Fair
Advance your job search at a career fair this month! Throughout July, career fairs will take place nationwide. Career fairs are great places to meet with employers and recruiters who can tell you about their latest job openings.Work Incentives Wednesdays: Medicaid While Working
In today's Work Incentives Wednesdays post, we talk about Section 1619(b) of the Social Security Act. 1619(b), also known as Medicaid While Working, helps you keep your Medicaid coverage as you start working. Read today’s blog post to learn more. Topics: career, health, health care, resources, ssi, supported employment, work incentives, work incentives wednesdaysCategories: Government ProgramsFederal Pathways Programs: A Great Way to Use Your Education
Guest blogger Carmen Andújar-Carreras of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management introduces us to employment opportunities through the federal Pathways Programs. Learn more about the 3 Pathways Programs and how they help young adults start their careers.Topics: career, education, find a job, internship, job search, mentoring, supported employment, training, young adultsCategories: Government ProgramsJoin us for our Next Twitter Chat: Employment for People with Disabilities
Check out today's blog post, learn more about our June 29, 2017 Twitter chat with the Campaign for Disability Employment, including some of the questions we'll be asking and answering.
Topics: career, department of labor, faqs, find a job, friends and family, job search, mentoring, resources, service provider, success stories, supported employment, tools and tips, twitter, wise webinarCategories: EventsYou Asked, We Answer! Ticket to Work for People with Mental Illness
In today's blog post, we review information and resources that were shared during our May WISE webinar on Ticket to Work for People with Mental Illness. Read to find resources that could help you on your path to recovery.Topics: career, faqs, health, job search, mental illness, resources, supported employment, tools and tips, wise webinarCategories: EventsMoney Mondays: Advice You Can Take to the Bank
As you start working and earning a paycheck, opening a checking or savings account can help you reach your financial goals. Read today's Money Mondays blog post to learn what you need to consider before opening a credit union or bank account.
Topics: budgeting, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, money mondays, resources, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceHelping Our Heroes: Ticket to Work and America's Veterans
Read Helping Our Heroes to read about the Ticket to Work program's participation at the annual National Coalition for Homeless Veterans conference. We also share how the Ticket program can help veterans with disabilities find their path to work.Categories: EventsStart Your Job Search at a June Career Fair
Advance your job search at a career fair this month! Throughout June, career fairs will take place nationwide. Career fairs are great places to meet with employers and recruiters who can tell you about their latest job openings.
Work Incentives Wednesdays: Making the Grade at School and Work
Find out how the Student Earned Income Exclusion may help students who receive SSI save money as they go to school or receive job training. Read today’s Work Incentives Wednesdays blog post to learn more!
You Asked, We Answer! Working with a Federal Contractor
Check out today’s blog post, You Asked, We Answer! Working with a Federal Contractor, to find answers to top questions from our April Wise Webinar. You’ll learn about what Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 can mean for you career path.
Mental Health Month: Managing Stress During Your Job Search
Stress during a job search may affect your mental health. During Mental Health Month, we look at tips to help you manage stress and stay healthy while you begin or continue your job search.
Money Mondays: Wage Reporting - Myths, Tips and Ticket to Work
Wage reporting can play a major role in avoiding overpayments from Social Security. Read our Money Mondays blog post to learn the truth about common wage reporting myths and find out what you need to do to avoid overpayments.Topics: budgeting, financial literacy, financial wellness, money management, money mondays, overpayment, self-employment, taxes, tools and tipsCategories: Financial IndependenceA Better Cover Letter
Writing cover letters can be tough, but you can learn what to include in yours in today’s blog post. Read to find out how to get your cover letter noticed by employers and whether you should disclose your disability.Categories: Find A JobResumes: The Key to Opening Interview Doors
Resumes provide potential employers a quick way to learn about you and your skills. Today’s guest blogger shares tips to help you create a strong resume and get interviews and job offers!Categories: Find A JobStart Your Job Search at a May Career Fair
Throughout the month of May, career fairs will take place nationwide. Career fairs are great places to meet with employers and recruiters who can tell you about their latest job openings. Advance your job search at a career fair this month!
Missed our Twitter chat? Check out the resources and transcript!
If you missed our March Twitter chat about the ABLE Act, read today’s blog post. You’ll find resources that were shared during the event and the transcript to learn how ABLE can help certain people with disabilities save money.
Work Incentives Wednesdays: What are Work Incentives?
Work Incentives may help make the transition to the workplace easier. Learn what Work Incentives are and how they may be able to help you in your path to financial independence by reading today’s Work Incentives Wednesdays blog post.
Exploring Community Service as a Pathway to Employment
Volunteering can offer valuable experience on your path to work! Read our National Volunteer Week blog post to learn more about what volunteering can mean for you and your job search.Tapping New Talent: People with Autism
Today’s blog post celebrates Autism Awareness Month. Read more to learn how our guest blogger has helped people with Autism in his community find job training and success in the work place through their Project SEARCH programs.Money Mondays: National Financial Literacy Month
We’re celebrating Financial Literacy Month in this month’s Money Mondays blog post. Check it out to find resources about personal finances and learn how you can start making better financial choices.You Asked, We Answer! Financial Independence and the ABLE Act
Read today’s blog post where we share and answer the top 3 questions you asked about the ABLE Act. Learn more about ABLE accounts and access the WISE webinar archives to find the March webinar.
Register Now for the April 26 Webinar
Find out how to register for the April 26 WISE webinar, Working with a Federal Contractor. Attend the webinar to learn more about Section 503 of the Rehabilitation of 1973 and how guidelines for federal contractors can help people with disabilities find a job.Start Your Job Search at an April Career Fair
Throughout the month of April, career fairs will take place nationwide. Career fairs are great places to meet with employers and recruiters who can tell you about their latest job openings. Advance your job search at a career fair this month!
Ticket to Work and Transitioning to Adulthood
Read today’s blog post to learn more about the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Service’s new resource, A Transition Guide to Postsecondary Education and Employment for Students and Youth with Disabilities. Find out what supports and planning tools are available for youth with disabilities as they transition into adulthood.Money Mondays: Establishing and Strengthening Credit
Our Money Mondays blog series discusses financial goals and managing money. “Establishing and Strengthening Credit” discusses how you can build a credit history if you don’t have credit. It also offers options for people with low credit scores to improve their credit.Work Incentives Wednesdays: Impairment-Related Work Expenses
Our monthly blog series, Work Incentives Wednesdays, explores how Social Security helps people with disabilities transition to work. In this month’s blog post, learn how Impairment-Related Work Expenses (IRWE) can help you afford the items and services you need for success.Join us for ABLE Events in March!
The Ticket to Work program team is excited for our two ABLE events in March! Register now for the March 22 national WISE webinar: Achieving Financial Independence with Ticket to Work and the ABLE Act. Then learn how you can join our March 24 Twitter chat and learn more about ABLE accounts.You Asked, We Answer! Choosing a Service Provider That’s Right for You
Our February WISE webinar is now available in the archives. Access the webinar and find answers to the top questions from last month’s webinar.ABLE Programs Update
Learn more about the ABLE account and the programs that can help certain people with disabilities save money. In today’s blog post, find out which states have programs and what qualifications you need to open one of these special tax-advantaged savings programs.
Celebrating Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
Because March is Cerebral Palsy (CP) Awareness Month, we take a look at job accommodations that can help people with CP find success in the workplace. We also talk about Shileta, an individual with CP who found work and success using the Ticket to Work program.Healthy Choices on Your Journey to Work
To celebrate National Nutrition Month in March, we're sharing information on the importance of a healthy diet and what you need to consider when it comes to making healthy choices on your journey to work. Learn about some of the healthy choices you can make and what kind of job accommodations you may need to maintain your dietary needs.Start Your Job Search at a March Career Fair
Throughout the month of March, career fairs will take place nationwide. Career fairs are great places to meet with employers and recruiters who can tell you about their latest job openings. Advance your job search at a career fair this month!
Choosing Telework
If you’re a person with a disability who’s looking for work, it’s important to think about what kind of job accommodations can work for you. In celebration of Telecommuter Appreciation Week, Tracie DeFreitas of the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) shares why working from home can help people with disabilities find or return to work.Work Incentives Wednesdays: Plan to Achieve Self Support
Our monthly blog series, Work Incentives Wednesdays, explores how Social Security helps people with disabilities transition to work. In this month’s blog post, learn how the Plan to Achieve Self Support (PASS) can help you save money for your goals.
Meet Your Employment Team: ENs and State VR agencies
In Part 2 of our blog series about service providers, learn about State VR agencies and ENs. Find out how these two Ticket to Work service providers can help you reach your work goals with services like skills training, resume tips, and even job placement!Money Mondays: What is Credit?
Our Money Mondays blog series discusses financial goals and managing money. “What is Credit?” explains credit basics and the importance of checking your credit report as you start your job search.Meet Your Employment Team: WIPA Projects and PABSS Organizations
In Part 1 of our two-part series on service providers, you’ll learn more about WIPA projects and PABSS organizations. These two Ticket to Work service providers can help you as you work toward your career and financial goals.Register Now for the February 22 Webinar
Register for the February 22 national WISE webinar: Choosing the Service Provider That’s Right for You! You will learn about the Ticket to Work program and how Work Incentives and service providers can help you achieve your work goals.Start Your Job Search at a February Career Fair
Throughout the month of February, career fairs will take place nationwide. Career fairs are great places to meet with employers and recruiters who can tell you about their latest job openings. Advance your job search at a career fair this month!
Goal Setting
Learn more about setting SMART goals as you join or rejoin the workforce. Your goals should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound.
The Ticket to Work Program Team Raises Awareness in 2016
Social Security’s Ticket to Work (Ticket) program team was busy promoting the Ticket program to beneficiaries, family members, employment professionals and other partners at conferences nationwide in 2016. Learn more about the conferences we attended.Categories: EventsMentoring Matters
For the past 15 years, by Presidential Proclamation, January has been designated National Mentoring Month. You may have seen #MentorIRL across social media in recognition of this year's theme, Mentor In Real Life. This Choose Work blog post describes one mentor's personal experience."Ticket to Work Changed My Life": New Success Story Featuring Lori
Lori has come a long way from the little girl who was paralyzed with fear. Today, she works for Employment Options as a Senior Marketing Liaison. After struggling with anxiety and depression, Lori decided she was ready to work again. Read Lori’s Ticket to Work success story to learn more.Categories: Success on the JobRegister Now for the January 25 Webinar
Register for the January 25 national WISE webinar: Make it Happen: The Ticket to Financial Freedom. You will gain basic financial knowledge such as budgeting or expense tracking, understand tax benefits that may apply to you, and learn about asset building and how it can help you.Blindness, Working and Work Incentives: Answers To Your Questions
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!What Every Job Seeker Should Know - Part 2
Part 1 introduced the Individual Work Plan (IWP), an agreement between you and your EN to help you reach your employment goals. This second part looks at your side of the Individual Work Plan (IWP) agreement and the benefits of investing in your future!
What Every Job Seeker Should Know - Part 1
Ticket to Work connects you to a variety of service providers ready to support you on your journey to financial independence. This feature focuses on some of the supports offered through providers known as Employment Networks (ENs).
Start the New Year with Ticket to Work
Ticket to Work may be what you are looking for. Start 2017 with a fresh look at the program and how it can help you meet your employment goals.
Emergency Preparedness at Work: Planning is Important
Does your employer have a disaster preparedness plan? Does it accommodate people with disabilities? If your employer has a disaster or emergency plan, talk to your supervisor or human resources department to ensure that employees with disabilities are included in the plan.
Categories:Getting to Know the ABLE Act
Similar to a 529 College Savings account, anyone can contribute to an ABLE account belonging to a qualified individual with a disability, including friends, family and the individual him- or herself.
Categories: Government ProgramsRegister Now for the December 21 Webinar
Register now for the December 21 national WISE webinar which will address common myths about how working will affect your cash disability benefits and Medicare or Medicaid.
Self-Employment: Is it Right for You?
Self-employment is a learned skill anyone can develop. With the right support, the door to self-sufficiency is open to anyone. Every new business owner can benefit from a support group to provide information and encouragement.
Help for Young People Considering their Future - Part 4
Internships are opportunities to learn about a job and gain experience working with an employer over a set period of time. They can be paid or unpaid, and part time or full time. Most are connected to education programs and last between four weeks and a year.
Informational Interviews: Learn from Others about a Job or Career
If you have a disability and are thinking of going back to work or working for the first time, an "informational interview" is a great way to find out about a type of job or career at a company or in a field that interests you. You can do this even when there’s no job opening.
Find Ticket to Work at the TASH Conference in St. Louis, MO
TASH advocates for human rights and inclusion for people with significant disabilities and support needs. From November 30-December 2, representatives of Social Security’s Ticket to Work program will be attending the annual TASH Conference in St Louis, MO.
Help for Young People Considering Their Future - Part 3
Volunteering is your chance to:
- Earn school credit or community service hours
- Explore types of work you might like to do in the future
- Gain skills and experience while expanding your professional network
- Connect with future employers
- Find a mentor who can help you start or return to your career
Learn About Apprenticeships During National Apprenticeship Week!
As a Social Security disability beneficiary, an apprenticeship may be a good career choice for you. From their first day of work, apprentices receive a paycheck that is guaranteed to increase as their training progresses.
Networking: Help Get Yourself Hired or Promoted
Whether you’re looking for a job or already working, networking is an important skill. At its core, networking is about building relationships. These relationships can help you find a job or get promoted to a better paying job.
Categories: Find A JobVeterans with Disabilities are Strong Job Candidates!
Many veterans with disabilities face challenges reintegrating into society and finding a good job or restarting a career interrupted by their service. The Ticket to Work program can make this journey smoother and help you find a meaningful career after your military service.
Veterans: Ticket to Work is for you, too!
As Veterans Day approaches, it’s important to thank those who have put their lives on the line and remember those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. But many veterans do not take advantage of services that the Ticket to Work program can provide.
Meet Renate!
This blog celebrates U.S. Army veteran Renate who found her way back to work with the help of Social Security’s Ticket to Work program. After her military service, Renate worked as an accountant until devastating events changed her life.
Categories: Success StoriesStart Your Job Search at a Career Fair in November
Throughout the month of November, career fairs will take place nationwide. Career fairs are great places to meet with employers and recruiters who can tell you about their latest job openings.
Arthritis and Employment
Did you know arthritis is the most common cause of disability and one of the most common chronic conditions in the United States? The good news is there are resources and supports to help you manage arthritis at work.
Celebrating Spina Bifida Awareness Month: Meet Jesus!
This month’s News and Views feature celebrates the achievements of Jesus, a Ticket to Work program participant whose passion to “pay forward” the support he had growing up with Spina Bifida led him to a career in public service.
Down Syndrome: Using Your Talents and Interests in Meaningful Work
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a chance to spread awareness and celebrate the achievements of people with Down syndrome! It is also a time to reflect, think about the future and cultivate abilities.
Register Now for the November 16th Webinar
The November 16 national WISE webinar will present information about special Social Security programs and rules that can help you on your path to self-employment! Register now!Benefits.gov: Your Online Source of Information about Government Benefits
As a Ticket to Work participant, you’ve got a lot on your plate. Whether you’re looking for a job, transitioning into a new position, or trying to juggle new responsibilities, Benefits.gov can help. We house information on over 1,200 benefits.
AT&T is Committed to Inclusion in Disability Employment
AT&T celebrates diversity regardless of a person’s race, gender, disability or any other category. But diversity must be inclusive. Being inclusive means championing the voice of every employee and empowering each to make meaningful contributions.
Categories: Find A JobRegister Now for the October 26th Webinar
Join us on October 26, 2016 for the latest national WISE webinar on Ticket to Work and Mentorship: Support on Your Journey to Employment. We will present information about Social Security programs and rules that may apply to you!Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) has celebrated disability employment in the public and private sectors. The goal of NDEAM is to call employers to reflect on their progress towards disability inclusion.
Disability Mentoring Day
October 19 is the seventeenth anniversary of Disability Mentoring Day (DMD)! DMD was founded in 1999 through a White House initiative to increase awareness of National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Categories: Work IncentivesMental Illness Awareness Week is October 2-8, 2016
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has designated the first week of October as Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW).
In Honor of World Cerebral Palsy Day: Meet Shileta!
October 5, 2016 is World Cerebral Palsy Day. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a complex, lifelong movement disability that can range from mild to severe. This month’s Ticket to Work News and Views feature celebrates the achievements of Shileta.By Youth, For Youth: How to Find and Keep the Right Job
Young adults with disabilities can benefit from their peers’ experiences with successful job search strategies, techniques for keeping jobs, excelling at work, and achieving greater independence.
Does Workplace Flexibility Matter to You?
Employers that offer flexible work hours and break times, part-time schedules, liberal leave policies, or work-from-home choices may be especially appealing to jobseekers and employees with disabilities who need work-life balance.
Presenting the Best You: 5 Ways to Keep Your Social Media Presence Employment Friendly
With fast, interactive communications, it’s easy to engage with others online. But, while you post, pin, tweet and snap, it’s important to remember that employers will check your social media activity when they consider you for a job.
Returning to Work After a Spinal Cord Injury
There’s a lot to think about after a spinal cord injury (SCI). Everyone wants to participate in their lives and regain independence. Some challenges of living with SCI can initially seem impossible. One of these is returning to work.
What Is Section 503 and What Could it Mean for You?
You may have heard that changes to Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will increase employment for people with disabilities. This week’s Ticket to Work blog answers some of your questions about Section 503 and what it means for you!
Categories: Ticket to WorkPreventing and Managing Overpayments:<br />A Webinar for Social Security Beneficiaries
Join us on September 28, 2016 for the latest national WISE webinar. We will present information about Social Security programs and rules that may apply to you! In addition, you will learn about Ticket to Work and Work Incentives.Beneficiary Satisfaction Survey: How is your Ticket to Work Employment Network Doing?
Social Security is administering a survey to gather feedback on how satisfied you are with your Employment Network (EN).
Disclosure: Let’s Talk About It
Do you need reasonable accommodations in the workplace due to a disability? Do you know what steps to take to get the process started?
In Transition: Be a S.T.A.R. and Other Lessons Learned
It’s important to remember that work is work, not play. And it can be challenging to find a job and keep it. But take heart: it’s a big, exciting world of work out there with a wide variety of job opportunities, job types and needed skills.
How to Prepare for a Virtual Job Fair
Virtual job fairs are a great way to learn about job openings. You can chat with hiring managers and recruiters by visiting online booths from different companies. You can learn more about employers, ask questions and share your skills and abilities.
Ticket to Work: Working with a Federal Contractor
Join us on August 31, 2016, for the latest WISE webinar. We will be presenting information on Social Security programs and rules that may apply to you, including details about Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and what it means for people with disabilities. Attend Social Security’s Ticket to Work Virtual Job Fair – from Anywhere!
You’re invited to take part in Social Security’s Ticket to Work online Virtual Job Fair on August 24, 2016. The job fair will connect Social Security disability beneficiaries to companies that do work with the government. Find out how to participate.
Internships and Volunteering are a Great Start to a Career!
For youth with disabilities, discovering work you enjoy and find rewarding is an important first step when thinking about entering the workforce. An internship or volunteer position can ease your transition.
Summer Career Fairs are a Great Place to Start Your Job Search
Many online and in-person career fairs are taking place this July and August. Taking part in a career fair is a good way to practice talking about yourself, your skills and your strengths.
Celebrating the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
On July 26, 1990, President Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law. The ADA ensures equal access to businesses, employment, transportation, telecommunications, and government programs and services for people with disabilities.
Categories: Ticket to WorkTicket to Work and Reasonable Accommodations:<br />Support on Your Journey to Employment
Join the July 27, 2016, national WISE webinar to hear from experts about employment resources, including:
- The Job Accommodation Network;
- Reasonable accommodations and how to ask for them; and
- Ticket to Work and Work Incentives.
Family Support for Young Adults with Disabilities
As a parent or guardian of a young adult with a disability, you play an important role in supporting them as they transition from school to work by helping them make informed decisions, plan for their future, and set realistic expectations for employment.
Networking and Communication Skills for Young People
No matter what job or career you have in mind, young people need strong communication and networking skills to succeed in the workplace. Reaching out to a service provider through Social Security’s Ticket to Work program is a good first step.
Work Incentives Help Young Adults Ready to Explore Work
Social Security rules called Work Incentives make it easier for young adults with disabilities to explore work and still get Social Security and healthcare (Medicaid or Medicare) benefits.
Help for Young People Considering Their Future - Part 2
This blog is written for young people with disabilities moving from school into the workforce. It may help you think about the benefits of connecting with a mentor, as well as finding guidance and planning a career with help from Ticket to Work.
Help for Young People Considering Their Future - Part 1
With the school year ending, you may be thinking about what your future holds. This post offers resources for young people with disabilities who will soon move from school to the workforce. If this describes you, you have come to the right place!
In Recognition of Helen Keller (June 27, 1880 – June 1, 1968)
Winston Churchill called Helen Keller “The greatest woman of our age.” We celebrate her achievements. Her thirst for knowledge, experiences and hard-earned success inspire all of us to be lifelong learners and advocates for ourselves and others.