Work & Benefits

See how work and benefits go together.

Interested in work?

Find programs that can help.

Programs That Support Work

Going to Work

You can make work a part of your plan.

Getting Past the Myths: The Truth About Working

Get the facts about how benefits support work.

Finding the Right Job for You

Get some tips and resources that make it easier to find a job or career.

Know Your Rights and Responsibilities

Understand the key laws that protect you from discrimination.

Job Supports and Accommodations

Learn about reasonable accommodations and programs that help make work possible.

Managing Your Benefits While Working

See how work affects benefits and how to report your income.

Going to Work Toolbox

Get key information and tips about how work and benefits interact.

Your Money

Get ideas on what to do with the money you earn.

Building Your Assets and Wealth

Discover ways to save up money while working.

ABLE Accounts

ABLE accounts help people with disabilities save money without losing benefits.

Individual Development Accounts (IDAs)

IDAs help people with low income save up for a business, higher education, or a home.

Plan to Achieve Self-Support (PASS)

PASS helps people who can get SSI save money for a work-related goal.

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

The EITC lowers federal income taxes for low- to moderate-income workers.

Homeownership for People with Disabilities

Learn about the programs that can help you buy a home.

Starting a Small Business

Learn how you can successfully start your own business.

Work Programs

These programs help you find and keep work.

Programs That Support Work

Learn about programs that can help you prepare for and find work.

Social Security's Ticket to Work Program

The Ticket program helps people getting SSI or SSDI become employed.

Work Incentives

Learn about how you can work and keep getting the benefits you need.

How Work Helps in Real Life

Read these stories about people getting work and building a better life.

Deanna Wants to Work

Deanna lived off her SSI, but wanted a job and more money. Read her story.

Mike Adapts to a Health Condition

Mike has multiple sclerosis. He adjusts his work and plans for the benefits he may need.

Susan Becomes Disabled

Susan's life changed after she had a car accident and started getting SSDI.