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Social Security News And Notes
If you or someone you know is looking for work and not sure where to find needed support or unsure of employment opportunities because of a disability, there could be good news. You don’t have to go through the process of finding a job alone. Social Security’s Ticket to Work program may be the answer. If you’re age eighteen through sixty-four and receive Social Security Disability Insurance, or S-S-D-I, or Supplemental Security Income, or S-S-I due to a disability, you’re eligible for free services to help you find and maintain work. Connecting with a Ticket program service provider offers you a variety of supports and services, including career counseling, rÉsumÉ writing and editing, interview prep, and help looking for job openings. Many service providers also offer benefits counseling to help you learn how to plan ahead as you transition to financial independence. Visit choose-work--dot--s-s-a--dot--gov or call 1--8-6-6--9-6-8--7-8-4-2, or 1--8-6-6--8-3-3--2-9-6-7 for T-T-Y, to learn more and find a service provider who can help you reach your goals.