What You Should Expect at a Social Security Disability Hearing
If you’re already participating in the Social Security disability Ticket to Work program, then you may have previously experienced a disability hearing firsthand. A disability hearing is part of the process by which someone who is initially denied disability benefits to present the details of his or her case in greater depth. While there’s no […]
What Will the Future of SSDI and SSI Be?
Since it was first started in 1935, Social Security has benefited hundreds of millions of Americans. The Social Security Administration ensures that retirees and those suffering from debilitating disabilities are provided with sufficient means to live. Of course, with Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) providing aid to millions of Americans, […]
What You Need to Know about the ABLE Act
The Ticket to Work program is just one example of a program that’s designed to benefit SSI and SSDI beneficiaries. There are other programs and laws that have been established to provide other assistance. In 2014, the Stephen Beck, Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act authorized states to establish tax-advantaged savings programs for […]
When to Hire a Disability Advocate
If you’ve recently been injured in an accident or you’ve become disabled in a way that you’re unable to work, you’re entitled to file for a Social Security Disability claim. It’s likely that you’ve never gone through the process before, so the first time doing so may seem a little intimidating. In order to take […]
Ways Divorce Can Affect Your SSDI Benefits
Going through a substantial life change like a divorce is already stressful enough without needing to worry about losing your Social Security disability benefits. However, many who receive disability benefits do not know how their recent divorce will impact them. The effect divorce has on your SSDI benefits depends on how you were receiving benefits […]
Ways to Make Your Computer More Accessible
Your computer may seem like a complex piece of technology that you must try to work into your needs and responsibilities. However, your computer, like many pieces of modern tech, is actually designed to work for you and suit what you’re looking for in supportive technology. If you’re disabled, you shouldn’t feel like your computer […]
What is an Employment Network?
Having a disability due to injury or from birth shouldn’t prevent you from being able to provide for yourself and your family. An employment network offers numerous services to people enrolled in the Ticket to Work program find and retain employment. Here’s a guide to help you understand what employment networks are and how this […]
Types of Jobs You Can Get With Ticket to Work
The Ticket to Work Program empowers people who receive SSI or SSDI benefits with the ability to work. That allows those with disabilities to gain greater financial freedom without putting their benefits in jeopardy. The Ticket to Work Program requires that some specific criteria are met, but it can be a great tool for those […]
Ticket to Work for College: What You Need to Know
The Ticket to Work program is designed to help those with disabilities find employment. Sometimes, it requires a college degree to enter your desired field. There are a variety of costs that may result in college costing thousands of dollars to attend each year. While there are several financial aid options, not all of these […]
Tips for Taking Care of Your Health While Searching for Work
It’s so important to take care of yourself. Mental health matters, especially in today’s day and age when there are so many conversations being had in regard to self-care. This most certainly extends to your search for employment with a Ticket to Work. During this sometimes difficult point in your life, it’s essential that you […]