The Ticket Program supports career planning and development for people ages 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits and want to work. Through this free and voluntary program, eligible individuals work with Ticket Program service providers, like Employment Networks (EN) or State Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) agencies, that guide and support them through the employment process, from career planning to maintaining long-term employment and achieving financial independence.
Ticket Program service providers offer services to job seekers with disabilities, ranging from help writing resumes and preparing for interviews to requesting accommodations. They also offer eligible individuals continued support while they are working.
Many service providers also offer benefits counseling. Certified Benefits Counselors help job seekers better understand how working will affect their benefits and how to use Work Incentives to ease the path to successful employment.
Want to Learn More?
If you'd like to find out more about the Ticket Program, below are some resources to explore.
- We host monthly Work Incentives Seminar Event (WISE) webinars. These are free, online events that feature guest speakers who present information about the Ticket Program and specific disability-related employment issues. Previous webinars are available to view at any time.
- The Choose Work! Library has a collection of frequently asked questions (FAQs), fact sheets and other resources to help share information about the Ticket Program and the job seeking process for people with disabilities.
- Our Success Stories highlight former beneficiaries who enjoy a financially independent life after participating in the Ticket Program. Our Stepping Stones stories feature those who have made significant strides toward employment and financial independence.
- Weekly updates, tips and advice from Social Security and the Ticket Program are in our Choose Work! Blog.
- If you're interested in receiving text messages from the Ticket Program, please text TICKET to 474747. Standard messaging rates may apply. We'll send updates from our blog, identify steps on the path to employment and more. You can opt out at any time.
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