What is the Ticket to Work Program designed to do?

The Ticket to Work Program is specifically designed to offer employment services and supports to individuals with disabilities, particularly those receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The program aims to provide participants with the necessary resources such as job training, counseling, and job placement services that encourage greater independence and financial self-sufficiency through work. By enabling individuals to pursue gainful employment without the fear of losing their benefits, the program plays an essential role in promoting workforce participation among people with disabilities.

This targeted focus on employment distinguishes the Ticket to Work Program from other options that involve housing assistance, social integration activities, or healthcare coverage, which are addressed by different initiatives and programs within the disability support system.