Ticket to Work Blog

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against them in all areas of public life, including work, schools, transportation and more. Do you know what the ADA is and how it protects people with disabilities in the workplace or as they look for a job?

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Work is a pathway to discovering your talent, making new friends and becoming financially independent. Have you been away from work because of a disability? Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) program can help. Ticket program service providers are ready to support you on your journey to financial independence and offer free resources to help you succeed in the workplace.

Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.

After our Nov. 19 WISE Webinar, "Ticket to Work for America's Veterans: Free Services for Those Who Served," we answered your disability employment-related questions on our Facebook page. We replied to a range of questions about the Ticket to Work program, Work Incentives and the path to financial independence for veterans and others with disabilities. Thank you to all who joined and we hope to see the rest of you next time!

Many people are interested in working from home and today, we're sharing 4 tips to help you succeed!

Career fairs are an excellent way to start or advance your job search. Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're also exploring some online tools you can use to advance your job search.

National Volunteer Month shines light on the importance of volunteering and the important contributions that volunteers make when they lend their time and talent to causes dear to them. Have you considered volunteering to gain valuable work experience? Learn how volunteering can help you advance in your career.

We discussed Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) rules related to service animals in the workplace and the process for requesting to use your service animal at work. Now we're looking at other issues that may come up. If you have questions about having a service dog at work, the Job Accommodation Network shares useful information on how Ticket to Work service providers can help.

Looking for work or ready to start planning your employment journey? Searching for work can be stressful and overwhelming but you don't have to go it alone. Social Security's Ticket to Work program offers free services and supports that can help people with disabilities achieve their work goals. Learn how you can participate in the Ticket to Work program.