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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.