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.
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.
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.
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 (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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
