Empowered2Earn
You can start working and still keep your SSI or SSDI while you figure things out.
Watch Video Below & Learn
How the Program Works
these are 4 of the biggest reasons people receiving SSI or SSDI are afraid to work:
Losing monthly benefits
Worry that income will immediately stop SSI or SSDI payments
Losing healthcare coverage
Concern about losing Medicaid or Medicare and access to care
Owing money back
Fear of overpayments and having to repay Social Security
Unclear or misleading information
Confusion about how working actually impacts benefits
Most people aren’t afraid of working. They’re unsure what working might cost them.
Discover How Work May Fit Into Your Future
At Empowered2Earn, we help individuals receiving disability benefits explore
how employment may fit into their journey, without confusion or guesswork.
Through education around the Ticket to Work Program, you can better understand:
• how working may affect your benefits
• what income levels like Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) mean
• what support services may be available to you
• how to transition toward greater financial independence
Your first step is simple.
Take a quick assessment to see whether exploring work through Ticket to Work may be right for you.
Start With a Quick Eligibility Check
This short assessment helps identify:
• whether you are receiving SSI or SSDI
• your current work status
• whether your income is near SGA levels
• your interest in working or increasing income
It takes less than 60 seconds.
Why People Choose Empowered2Earn
We focus on clarity, not confusion.
Instead of leaving you to figure things out alone, Empowered2Earn helps you understand your options and take your next step with confidence.
What You Gain
• Clear understanding of how work may affect your benefits
• Education around SGA income levels ($1,690 / $2,830)
• Insight into protections available while exploring work
• Access to organizations that support employment and
career growth
• A guided conversation to help you make informed decisions
You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone
Many individuals receiving SSI or SSDI want to work but hesitate because they are unsure what will happen to their benefits.
-Empowered2Earn helps remove that uncertainty.
Through a simple discovery conversation, we help you:
• Understand how the Ticket to Work program works
• Explore how employment may fit into your situation
• Learn what support services may be available to you
Understanding What’s Possible
The Social Security Administration uses a guideline called Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) to measure work activity.
Current SGA levels:
• $1,690 per month for individuals who are not blind
• $2,830 per month for individuals who are blind
Many individuals are already working near or above these levels or preparing to reach them.
Understanding where you stand is the first step.
Support While You Explore Work
One of the biggest concerns people have is losing benefits too quickly.
Programs like Ticket to Work are designed to support individuals as they explore employment.
By making timely progress toward work goals, individuals may:
• explore employment opportunities
• receive guidance and support
• maintain access to important healthcare coverage during their transition
This allows you to focus on growth without unnecessary fear.
Support While What Empowered2Earn
Helps You DoYou Explore Work
Empowered2Earn is designed to help you take your first step toward employment with clarity and support.
Through this process, you can:
• learn how the Ticket to Work program connects you to support services
• understand how working may impact your benefits
• explore career pathways and income opportunities
• begin building a path toward greater independence
Support services may include:
• career planning
• job placement support
• benefits education
• ongoing employment support
Who This Is For?
This conversation may be right for you if:
• you receive SSI or SSDI
• you are currently working or open to working
• you are earning income or want to increase your income
• you want to understand how work may affect your benefits
• you are ready to explore your options
Your Next Step
Start Your Empowered2Earn Journey
Step 1
Complete the short assessment
Step 2
Schedule your Empowered2Earn
Discovery Call
Step 3
Explore how the Ticket to Work program may support your journey toward employment
Important Information
Participation in the Ticket to Work program is voluntary.
Eligibility and outcomes depend on your individual situation.
This experience is designed for education and exploration purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
What is the Ticket to Work Program?
The Ticket to Work Program is a free and voluntary program created by the Social Security Administration.
It helps individuals ages 18–64 who receive:
Social Security Disability Insurance
Transition into the workforce with guidance, support, and resources.
How Does It Work?
When you enroll, you receive a “Ticket” that connects you with approved providers called Employment Networks (ENs).
They help you with:
Job training
Career counseling
Resume building
Job placement support
Ongoing employment guidance
What Are the Benefits?
✔ Work without immediately losing your benefits
✔ Gain skills to increase your income
✔ Explore careers at your own pace
✔ Receive ongoing support while you grow
Does It Cost Anything?
No. It’s completely FREE.
This program is designed to help you succeed, not create financial pressure.
Bottom Line
You don’t have to choose between working and keeping your benefits.
With the Ticket to Work Program, you can start building your future with confidence.