The Basics
The following is a story about Derek. He’s a 24-year old youth who works hard to finish high school, attend a local community college, and get a job doing something he enjoys. He gets a lot of help from his parents, friends, and counselors at school. Derek and his family use the DB101 website, The Zone for youth at Minnesota WorkForce Centers, and Vocational Rehabilitation services as resources to successfully transition into adulthood.
You may find some similarities between Derek’s experiences and your own. If you have questions about anything you read in Derek’s story, use DB101’s Talk to an Expert
feature to contact a benefits and employment specialist.
| Meet Derek: | |
| Name: | Derek |
| Age: | 24 |
| Marital Status: | Single |
| Disabling Condition: | Autism |
| Assets: | $18,000 in a savings account |
| Employment: | Computer repairer |
| Income Before Working: | $797/month ($698 SSI, $81 MSA, $18 SNAP) |
| Income While Working Part Time: | $1,329/month ($550 earnings, $698 SSI, $81 MSA |
| Income While Working Full Time: | $4,000/month (earnings) |
| Health Care Coverage: | Coverage provided through his employer |
