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Financial Wellness

Do You Qualify for this Tax Credit?

Mar 19, 2026
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It's tax season! If you earned income in 2025, it's important to file your taxes to avoid tax penalties. This blog post discusses a tax credit that may apply to you and free services available through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

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5 Tips on How to Stick to Your Budget

Jan 29, 2026
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Managing your money while working and making progress toward your career goals takes some practice, but it’s absolutely possible! Once you have that plan or budget, we have five tips to help you stay on track. Read more in our blog post.

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Update: 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment

Oct 28, 2025
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In 2026, Social Security benefits will increase by 2.8%, impacting over 75 million people. Check your new benefit amount via your my Social Security account.

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Gross vs. Net Income: What’s the Difference?

Apr 1, 2025
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Have you recently started working and earning income? You’ve probably heard of gross income and net income. Now that you're working, it’s important to know the difference. This blog post defines net and gross income and shares how both affect your path to financial independence through work.

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Do You Qualify for This Tax Credit?

Mar 24, 2025
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If you earned income at any point in the year, it's important to file your taxes. This blog post discusses a tax credit called the Earned Income Tax Credit that may apply to you and free services available through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

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Ticket to Work Changed Their Email Address!

Dec 2, 2024
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Ticket to Work has changed its email address! You can now email the Help Line at TicketToWork@ssa.gov! For a limited time, emails sent to support@choosework.ssa.gov will be forwarded to the new address.

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Why You Should Sign Up for Text Messages from the Ticket Program

Jun 13, 2024
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When you opt in to the Ticket to Work Program’s text messages, you’ll get the support and guidance you need. Join the thousands of people who have already opted in and are unlocking their potential.

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Asking for Accommodations During a Job Search

Mar 28, 2024

To recognize National Deaf History Month, we are spotlighting Matt, one of our Ticket to Work Success Stories. For a long time, Matt’s hearing loss and other medical issues interfered with employment. But he was eager to move beyond relying on his Social Security disability benefits. Read more.

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Do You Qualify for This Tax Credit?

Mar 14, 2024
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It's tax season! If you earned income in 2023, it's important to file your taxes. Today's blog post discusses a tax credit that may apply to you and free services available through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

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5 Tips for Buying Clothes on a Budget

Oct 12, 2023
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What should you wear today? Sometimes that question gets more complicated when you are choosing clothes for working in an office setting. If you find it hard to build your wardrobe for work, here are five tips for buying work clothes on a budget. Read more...

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Hello, How Can We Help You?

Getting Started 
What is the Ticket to Work Program? 
Social Security's Ticket to Work Program offers free support to help people with disabilities explore work and achieve financial independence: Learn more.
How do I get started with Ticket to Work? 
You can begin by learning about your options and connecting with a service provider: Get started now.
How do I assign my Ticket? 
Assigning your Ticket is easy — just choose a provider and agree to work together: Learn about Assigning Your Ticket.
Working and Benefits 
Can I work and still keep my benefits 
Yes — Work Incentives help you explore employment without immediately losing your benefits: Explore Work Incentives.
How much can I earn while receiving benefits? 
Earnings limits vary, but you can work and still receive benefits with protections in place: Learn about earnings details.
Will I lose Medicare or Medicaid if I start working? 
Many people worry they'll lose Medicare or Medicaid when they start working, but Work Incentives offer protections that help individuals receiving Social Security disability benefits keep their health care coverage while pursuing employment. More Information about Medicare and Medicaid Work Incentives.
Can I work part time with Ticket to Work? 
Yes, and if you're ready, full-time work can offer even more opportunities — with support from Ticket to Work: Discover your options.
Finding Support 
What is the Ticket to Work Program? 
Social Security's Ticket to Work Program offers free support to help people with disabilities explore work and achieve financial independence: Learn more.
How do I get started with Ticket to Work? 
You can begin by learning about your options and connecting with a service provider: Get started now.
How do I assign my Ticket? 
Assigning your Ticket is easy — just choose a provider and agree to work together: Learn about Assigning Your Ticket.
Work Incentives 
What is the Ticket to Work Program? 
Social Security's Ticket to Work Program offers free support to help people with disabilities explore work and achieve financial independence: Learn more.
How do I get started with Ticket to Work? 
You can begin by learning about your options and connecting with a service provider: Get started now.
Who can I contact for more information? 
You can call the Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 (TTY: 1-866-833-2967) for free support and answers to your questions.

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