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Experience New Possibilities. Go Beyond Limitations with your Ticket to Work.

Social Security’s Ticket to Work program supports disabled individuals in their efforts to go back to work by providing them with job readiness support, resume development, interview training and job search assistance.

Social Security Disability beneficiaries receiving SSI or SSDI and/or age 18 through 64 qualify.

  • The Ticket Program is FREE and Voluntary.
  • The Ticket Program helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence.
  • The purpose of the program is to see if beneficiaries are ready to go back to work.
  • Choosing to work can change your life.
  • The Ticket to Work Program and the Work Program incentives allows you to keep your benefits while you explore employment, receives vocational support and gain work experience.
  • If you are 18 through 64 and receives Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) you already quality!

STEP INTO SUCCESS: LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TICKET TO WORK PROGRAM

What is Ticket to Work?

This video introduces the Ticket to Work Program, including who is eligible, what the Ticket Program can offer you, and how to get more information. Find out if the Ticket Program is right for you!

FAQs About Working While You Receive Disability Benefits

Get answers to the top five frequently asked questions about the Ticket Program, including, “Can I work while receiving Social Security Disability benefits?” and “How can I enroll in the program?”.

Start Where You Are

No matter where you are on your journey to work, there are resources available to help you accomplish your next step. Whether you are just considering working, or already working, learn how the Ticket Program can support you on your journey.

Trial Work Period

If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), find out how the Trial Work Period can help you transition to work by protecting your eligibility for benefit payments and/or health care coverage until you achieve financial independence.

Work Incentives

Work Incentives make it possible for people who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/ SSI) to work and continue to receive medical benefits and, in some cases, benefit payments. Learn how Work Incentives can help as you transition to work.

Working for Yourself with Ticket to Work

Learn about the different ways to be self-employed, the pros and cons of working for yourself, and how to pursue fulfillment and financial independence through the Ticket Program while being self-employed.

Success Stories

Ticket to Work: Support for America’s Veterans

For veterans receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program offers help to identify transferable skills and find civilian jobs. Veterans Angel, Robert and Jeff received help to transition to the civilian workforce.

Robert, Hazel and Jesus

Did you know that you can turn volunteer skills into work skills? Learn how the Ticket Program helped Hazel, Robert and Jesus turn volunteer experience into work opportunities. Let’s explore how this works and the experiences of Hazel, Jesus and Robert.

Adrienne

When Adrienne, a young woman with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), was ready to graduate from high school, her parents were uncertain on how to help their daughter lead a full life. An effort from local agencies and Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program has led to her rewarding career.

Kushal

As Kushal manages muscular dystrophy, he has overcome many challenges to keep his health care benefits as his career progressed. Learn how the Ticket to Work Program helped Kushal reach his educational, employment and financial goals.

Jeff

After a motorcycle accident sent Marine veteran Jeff off course, he used the Marine Corps’ mindset to ‘improvise, adapt and overcome’ with help from Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program, to find a new route forward.

Brenda

Once Brenda found the treatments and strategies to manage her mental illness, Ticket to Work helped her find the path to work.

Andraea

Meet Andraea, 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.

Rebecca

After going into remission from cancer, Rebecca decided it was time to find a new career. With the help of Ticket to Work, she achieved financial independence and found a fulfilling new job.

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