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Jessica's Success Story
Born with cerebral palsy, Jessica felt stigmatized her whole life. After getting her Masters, she was eager to enter the workforce. Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program and other Work Incentives helped her gain her financial independence.Andy's Circle of Support
As Andy prepared to finish high school, he and his family considered his career options and realized there were programs in place to help him enter the workforce. With the help of his high school transition team, his Ticket to Work employment team and Project SEARCH, Andy found a job he loves. Learn how they all worked together to help Andy succeed.Rebecca's Story
After going into remission from cancer, Rebecca decided she wanted to return to work in a new field. While exploring her options, she received information in the mail about Social Security’s Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program. After calling the Ticket to Work Help Line to learn more, Rebecca connected with an Employment Network that could provide the support she needed to navigate a career transition.
What is Social Security's Ticket to Work Program?
Ready to work and looking for support on your employment journey? If you are age 18 through 64, receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/SSI) and want to work, the Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program can help you reach your employment goals! This fact sheet tells you what you need to know to get started.Tags: disability employment, friends and family, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, ticket to work, work incentivesCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesRob's Success Story - Update
When Rob became life-threateningly ill 20 years ago, his life dramatically changed. His business closed, he sold the family home and had to prepare for the many surgeries he needed for his best chance at recovery. Now, with the help of Social Security's Ticket to Work Program, Rob is in a career he loves and on track to create a legacy his family can enjoy for generations.Medicare and Medicaid Employment Supports
Many people believe that they will automatically lose their Medicare or Medicaid as soon as they start working. But that's a myth. We understand how important your healthcare coverage is to you. Our new resource offers information about how that extra income will affect your Medicare or Medicaid. You may be surprised by what you learn.Tags: disability employment, friends and family, health care, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, ticket to work, work incentivesCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesHazel's Success Story
After years of struggling with her mental health and addiction, Hazel found the support she needed to create a path to recovery and work towards financial independence. This success story details Hazel's journey to full-time work and how Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program helped her find her path to a better future and achieve her goals.Benefits Counseling and the Path to Employment
If you receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/SSI) and are considering returning to work, or working for the first time, you may be wondering how your earnings will affect your benefits. Benefits counseling is a free service offered by many Ticket to Work service providers to explain how working will affect your federal and state benefits.Tags: disability employment, friends and family, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, ticket to work, work incentivesCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesLarry's Success Story Follow-Up
It's been 6 years since Larry shared his original Ticket to Work success story. Work has given Larry a source of comfort, achievement, stability, and a more engaged life in his community. As Larry and his family reflect on his path to work, they express gratitude for the growth he's experienced. Find out where Larry is now and how work has enriched his life.Matt's Success Story
Matt began receiving SSDI when hearing loss interfered with consistent employment, but he was eager to have a fulfilling career and become financially independent. Thanks to the Ticket program, Matt had people in his corner who helped him work towards finding fulfilling employment. Find out how Matt received the help he needed to succeed at work.Trial Work Period (TWP)
Looking for a job for the first time or returning to work after an injury or illness? Work Incentives like the Trial Work Period (TWP) can help you as you move into the workforce. This fact sheet shares how eligible job seekers who receive SSDI can test their ability to work while maintaining disability benefits!Tags: disability employment, resources, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ticket to work, trial work period, work incentivesCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesChris' Stepping Stone
Stepping Stones stories celebrate the progress that individuals have made as they pursue the path to financial independence through work. In Chris' story, learn how benefits counseling and Social Security Work Incentives helped Chris, who has quadriplegia, start working with confidence.Tags: career, cash benefits, disability employment, education, find a job, job search, resources, student, wipa, work incentivesCategories: Success StoriesAttending WISE Webinars Using American Sign Language (ASL)
Social Security's Work Incentives Seminar Event (WISE) webinars are online seminars using video-conferencing software. If you are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL), you can use these instructions to connect with an interpreter through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Video Relay Service (VRS).Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesUsing Your PASS
What are the next steps once Social Security approves your Plan to Achieve Self-Support? Find out in our fact sheet and follow these steps to help you succeed on the path to work as you use this Social Security Work Incentive.Tags: career, cash benefits, disability employment, education, employment network, faqs, pass, red book, resources, self employment, ssi, student, success stories, ticket to work, training, work incentivesCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesShirley's Success Story
It took several years and a combination of strategies and treatments for Shirley to manage her narcolepsy and depression. Once she did, though, she knew she wanted to return to work, and Ticket to Work helped her reach her goals.Tags: career, cash benefits, choosing a provider, disability employment, employment network, find a job, health care, job accommodations, job search, mental illness, service provider, ssdi, success stories, ticket to work, trial work period, work incentivesCategories: Success StoriesAngel's Success Story
After being issued a medical retirement from the U.S. Air Force, Angel was unsure of his options for employment as he focused on recovering his health from injuries and cancer. A job offer from a federal contractor and support and services from the Ticket to Work program gave him the confidence he needed to return to work.Tags: ada, cancer, career, cash benefits, employment network, job accommodations, job search, military, red book, section 503, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssdi, success stories, ticket to work, trial work period, veterans, work incentivesCategories: Success StoriesPresenting Your Best Self to Employers
Your resume and your job interview serve as first impressions for a potential employer. Follow our tips to present your skills and experience—they may help you land an interview or job offer!Tags: ada, career, disability employment, employment network, find a job, job accommodations, job search, resources, training, volunteeringCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesWork Incentives for People Who Are Blind
Most people receiving a disability payment can access Work Incentives or employment supports, but some of the rules are more generous if your disability is blindness. For more information see this Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document about Social Security Work Incentives for People who are Blind.Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesBrenda's Success Story
After Brenda was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, she spent nearly a decade learning how to manage the symptoms of her mental illness. Once she found the right combination of treatments and strategies for her, Brenda felt she was ready to work. Learn how Social Security's Ticket to Work program helped her find the path to employment.Tags: career, disability employment, employment network, find a job, job search, mental illness, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssdi, success stories, ticket to work, training, trial work period, work incentivesCategories: Success StoriesPreventing and Managing Overpayments
Find out what it means to be overpaid by Social Security and discover what you can do to prevent it from happening. If you have been overpaid, our fact sheet can also help you manage the overpayment.Tags: career, cash benefits, disability employment, faqs, overpayment, resources, service provider, ssdi, ssi, ticket to workCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesImpairment-Related Work Expenses
Social Security Work Incentives can help you through the transition to work and the move toward financial independence. In this Work Incentives Series fact sheet, discover what Impairment-Related Work Expenses are and how they may be able to help you pay for the items and services you need to be able to work if you receive SSDI or SSI. Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesLaura's Success Story
After experiencing cancer as a teen and needing her leg amputated, 15-year-old Laura was unsure about how she'd succeed returning to school and pursuing her goals. Through a combination of her family, a mentor, alternative learning school, and supports from Social Security's Ticket to Work program, Laura found the resources and services she needed to succeed.Tags: cancer, career, cash benefits, education, employment network, mentoring, red book, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssi, student, success stories, ticket to work, trainingCategories: Success StoriesUnincurred Business Expenses
Social Security Work Incentives can help you through the transition to work and the move toward financial independence. In this Work Incentives Series frequently asked questions, discover answers to popular questions about Unincurred Work Expenses and find out how this Work Incentive can help people who receive SSDI and want to pursue self-employment goals.Tags: cash benefits, disability employment, faqs, red book, self employment, ssdi, ticket to work, work incentivesCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesWalter's Success Story
Walter had wanted to work on the campus of Cornell University after first seeing it as a kid, but he was also unsure how his developmental disability would affect his employment opportunities. Find out how Walter’s Ticket to Work service provider helped him learn skills he needed to succeed.Tags: career, education, employment network, find a job, health care, job search, resources, service provider, ssi, success stories, ticket to work, training, work incentives, younger worker, youth in transitionCategories: Success StoriesPlan to Achieve Self-Support (PASS)
Social Security Work Incentives can help you through the transition to work and towards financial independence. Discover answers to popular questions about one Work Incentive, the Plan to Achieve Self-Support (PASS), and find out how PASS can help you on the path to success.Tags: career, disability employment, education, employment network, faqs, find a job, job search, pass, red book, resources, self employment, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssi, student, ticket to work, training, work incentivesCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesPlanning Your Employment Goals with the Ticket To Work Program
When you work with a Ticket to Work service provider, they will help you develop a work plan that serves as a roadmap to your success. Learn more about work plans, such as what work plans include and what your responsibilities are in this Ticket to Work Frequently Asked Questions.Tags: continuing disability review, disability employment, employment network, faqs, find a job, job search, resources, service provider, social security disability benefits, ticket to work, training, vocational rehabilitation agencies, vr, workforceCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesPeter's Success Story
When Peter was diagnosed with End Stage Renal Disease, he balanced his work schedule and medical treatments. But after a while, Peter had to leave work and focus on his health full time. Find out how the Ticket to Work program helped Peter find a path back to employment when he was ready.Tags: career, employment network, find a job, health care, job search, resources, service provider, ssdi, success stories, ticket to work, training, trial work period, work incentives, workforceCategories: Success StoriesTicket to Work for America's Veterans
The Ticket to Work (Ticket) program recognized that military veterans have a lot to offer employers. Learn about Social Security resources and Ticket program supports for certain veterans as they look for civilian employment in this fact sheet.Tags: brochure, career, choosing a provider, disability employment, education, employment network, find a job, job search, military, resources, service provider, social security disability benefits, ssdi, ssi, success stories, ticket to work, training, veterans, vr, workforceCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesAmy's Success Story
Read the latest Ticket to Work story to meet Amy, who has a developmental disability that affects her language, learning and social interactions. Find out how working with her State VR agency, an EN and Project SEARCH has helped Amy find the support and training she needed to find a job and succeed in the workplace.Tags: career, education, employment network, health care, job search, service provider, ssi, student, success stories, ticket to work, training, vocational rehabilitation agencies, vr, work incentives, younger workerCategories: Success StoriesSection 503 of the Rehabilitation Act
Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 sets guidelines for federal contractors on employment of people with disabilities. In our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) resource, we share what Section 503 could mean for your job search and career path.Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesJesus' Success Story
Jesus, who has spina bifida, has never let his disability affect his motivation to achieve success. Through volunteer work and the Ticket to Work program, Jesus found passion for working with others and created a path to success and full-time work. Learn more about Jesus and his journey in our latest Ticket to Work success story. Categories: Success StoriesShileta's Success Story
Shileta is a young adult with Cerebral Palsy who spends much of her time guiding youth with disabilities through self-discovery and life planning. Learn how the Ticket to Work program and mentorship helped her on her journey to success.Categories: Success StoriesLori's Success Story
Lori has come a long way from the little girl who was paralyzed with fear. She offers important advice to others who may be ready to work and are considering what their path to employment might look like with the Ticket program.Categories: Success StoriesTicket Talk #20: Employment Resources for Transitioning Veterans with Disabilities
Operation Job Ready Veterans, a provider with the Ticket to Work program , is a non-profit organization that provides transitional services and employment support to veterans, spouses, and caregivers. They provide supportive services to help veterans effectively re-enter the job market with the goal of finding long-term, meaningful careers.Categories: PodcastsTicket Talk #19: Schedule A Job Opportunities
The number of employees with disabilities working in the federal government is the highest it has been in more than 30 years, and the number continues to increase. Have you ever thought about working for the government?One option is working through a program called the Schedule A Hiring Authority for people with disabilities; often simply called Schedule A. Schedule A is an opportunity, not a guarantee of federal employment.
Categories: PodcastsMarty's Success Story
Marty used the Ticket to Work program to stay in the construction business after losing a limb to cancer.Ticket Talk #18: Reflecting on the Anniversary of Ticket to Work and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Since 1999, the Ticket to Work program has helped thousands of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries explore job options. As we commemorate the Ticket to Work program's 15-year anniversary, and the 25-year anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), tune into this podcast. Tags: adaCategories: PodcastsTicket Talk #17: Things to Know about Work-From-Home Job Opportunities
Many Social Security disability beneficiaries have a strong interest in work-from-home job options. Tune in to this podcast with Lisa, a Ticket to Work Success Story participant whose agoraphobia, or fear of public places, prevented her from working. Lisa now works from home at a national Employment Network called Employment Options and is financially independent.Tags: find a jobCategories: PodcastsTicket Talk #16: Three Resources That Can Help You Obtain Job Accommodations
For many people with disabilities, getting a job means working with an employer to create workplace supports and adjustments when needed so you can stay as productive as possible. This episode of Ticket Talk shares how people with disabilities can go about obtaining these supports - known as job accommodations - for work.Tags: job accommodationsCategories: PodcastsFinding an EN and Assigning Your Ticket Worksheet
Did you receive a list of service providers from the Ticket to Work Help Line or the Choose Work website's Find Help tool? If so, this worksheet may help you call, email or visit Employment Networks (EN) to find one that is right for you.Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesFinding Your Path to Employment with Ticket to Work
The three-part Ticket to Work video in American Sign Language provides an overview of the Ticket to Work program to help deaf or hard of hearing beneficiaries learn about the program. Additionally, the video serves as another resource for service providers to educate deaf or hard of hearing beneficiaries by explaining the program and key benefits of participation in Ticket to Work.Ticket to Work 15-Year Anniversary Graphics
On December 17, 2014, Ticket to Work celebrates its 15 year anniversary. These graphics can be used as a resource for you to share during the program's milestone year.Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesTicket Talk #15: Your Employment Team - Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies and You!
This episode is the first of a three part series titled: Your Employment Team - Vocational Rehabilitation agencies and you! This podcast shares information about what some Ticket to Work service providers that can make up your employment team and the free Vocational rehabilitation agency or VR services that can support you on your journey to financial independence.Categories: PodcastsCherie's Success Story
Cherie found success with her Ticket. Learn about the role of work in her mental health recovery.Tags: mental illnessCategories: Success StoriesMeet Ben! An Introduction to Ticket to Work
The Ticket to Work video provides an easy-to-understand overview of the Ticket program for beneficiaries. In addition, the video serves as an additional resource for service providers to educate beneficiaries by explaining the key benefits of participation in Ticket to Work.Tags: ticket to workCategories: VideosThe Red Book
A summary guide to employment supports for persons with disabilities under the Social Security disability insurance and supplemental security income programs.Tags: red bookCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesWorking for You, Building Success Brochure
This Social Security publication provides basic background information on the Ticket program and Social Security Work Incentives for beneficiaries.Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesLarry's Success Story
An internship and support from Ticket to Work helped Larry develop soft skills and achieve his career goals.Partnership Plus
If you received services from your state VR to find work, you can then use your Ticket to receive ongoing services from an EN after you are on the job. Read this fact sheet to find out more.Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesLisa's Success Story
Lisa wanted to support her family, but her agoraphobia prevented her from working. Using her ticket, she now works from home and is financially independent.Categories: Success StoriesJosh's Success Story
Josh is an active young adult with a disability who has seen marked improvements in his life since he decided to participate in the Ticket to Work program.Categories: Success StoriesTicket Talk #14: New Revised Regulations Create a Brighter Future for You
This episode, shares information about an updated law, Section 503, which can support you on your journey to financial independence. These new rules are expected to create more employment opportunities for people with disabilities.Categories: PodcastsTicket Talk #13: Where Are they Now?
Ticket to Work Success Stories highlight the achievements of real people who found a path to a better future with help from Social Security's Ticket to Work program. On our latest Ticket Talk episode, we catch up with Success Story participant, Rob, whose story was featured in July 2013.Ticket Talk #12: Ticket to Work's Top Reasons to Consider Self-Employment
Have you ever considered working for yourself? Do you have a passion for entrepreneurship? Self-employment may be an option that can put you on the path to financial independence. In this Ticket Talk episode, we share some reasons to try self-employment as a work option.Categories: PodcastsTicket Talk #11: Protection and Advocacy for You!
Would you like to have a better understanding of your rights as a Social Security beneficiary? Do you want to know how you can go about requesting reasonable accommodations to help you function more effectively on the job? In this podcast we spoke with the Director of a Protection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security organization who answered some of those questions!Tags: cash benefits, continuing disability review, disability employment, health care, job accommodations, overpayment, pabss, protection and advocacyCategories: PodcastsVilmarie's Success Story
Vilmarie is an energetic 26 year old young woman who worked in retail until Multiple Sclerosis disrupted her life. Through the Ticket to Work program and its supports, she was able to return to work.Categories: Success StoriesAndraéa's Success Story
Meet Andraéa, a 30 year old woman with muscular dystrophy who serves as a role model for girls with the Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital.Ticket Talk #10: Anupa Iyer Discusses Mental Health and Youth In Transition
In this Ticket Talk episode, we speak with Anupa Iyer, a young woman who experienced tremendous challenges associated with her mental illness during college and after transitioning to the workforce.Tags: career, education, job accommodations, student, training, trial work period, younger worker, youth in transitionCategories: PodcastsTicket Talk #9: Technological Advancements: Empowering and Enabling People with Disabilities
This Ticket Talk episode explores the evolving landscape of technological innovations that are empowering and enabling people with disabilities by maximizing their independence, productivity, and participation.Tags: job accommodationsCategories: PodcastsDebunking the Three BIGGEST Myths about Disability Benefits and Work
This fact sheet provides the facts on three common misconceptions about working while on disability benefits.Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesTicket Talk #6: Employment Support from Crossroads Diversified Services
This Ticket Talk podcast features an interview with Dee Gavaldon, Program Manager of Crossroads Diversified Services, an Employment Network, American Job Center (formally called One-Stop) and AbilityOne program participant. Crossroads was established in 1977 as a Sacramento County mental health program, but today it helps people and young adults with all disabilities. Categories: PodcastsMichele's Success Story
Michele, a young adult with a disability, talks about how PASS helped her get an education and reach her career goals.Tags: ssiChoosing the Right Employment Network for You
If you're ready to find work, Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) program can help. The first step on your path with the Ticket program is to find a service provider that offers the supports and services that you need. Discover how to connect with and consider these questions to help you choose the right EN for you.Tags: career, choosing a provider, disability employment, employment network, find a job, job accommodations, job search, resources, service provider, ticket to workCategories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesTicket Talk #4: Catching up with Robert
In our April podcast, we talked with Robert, a veteran who used Ticket to Work to improve his quality of life through increased earnings and an improved sense of productivity and dignity. Ticket Un-Assignment Form
You can change Employment Networks (ENs) at anytime by un-assigning your Ticket. Use this form to un-assign your Ticket.Categories: Fact Sheets & ResourcesRob's Success Story
Meet Rob, a former small business owner who returned to work and regained financial independence after experiencing renal failure. Learn how Ticket to Work helped him.Tags: ssdiTicket Talk #3: Explaining Work Incentives
Confused by Social Security's Work Incentives? Not to worry! This month’s podcast highlights five commonly used Work Incentives, including how they work with the Ticket to Work program, and who is eligible to participate.Tags: work incentivesCategories: PodcastsTicket Talk #2: Advice and Motivation for People with Low Vision and Blindness
In this Ticket Talk podcast, our guest is Terri Uttermohlen, a Social Insurance Specialist in the Social Security Office of Employment Support Programs.Categories: PodcastsRae-Anna's Success Story
Rae-Anna is a mother of three, who had trouble finding work after her car accident. Read how Ticket to Work helped her.Categories: Success StoriesTicket Talk #1: Introducing Ticket To Work Podcasts!
The Ticket to Work program is pleased to announce the Ticket Talk, our new podcast series! For our opening podcast, Bob Williams, Social Security's Associate Commissioner for the Office of Employment Support and Programs introduces the series.Categories: PodcastsJason's Success Story
A lifelong mental illness made it difficult for Jason to find employment. Learn how Ticket to Work helped him.Categories: Success StoriesRobert's Success Story
Robert is a Veteran who had questions about employment and disabilities. With the help of Ticket to Work, he's now employed, financially independent and helping other Veterans.
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