Resources

Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program helps people with disabilities who get Social Security benefits re-enter the workforce and become more independent. The Ticket to Work Program offers free access to employment-related services, such as training, transportation, and vocational rehabilitation.

Free Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) online webinars are offered monthly and allow beneficiaries to learn more about Ticket to Work and other available work incentives. Recordings of past webinars are also available.

Vocational Rehabilitation Services can help you apply, prepare for, and find a job.

Minnesota CareerForce can help you find a job and plan for your career. Find a Minnesota CareerForce location near you, or call 1-651-259-7500.

MinnesotaWorks.net is an online service provided by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. It’s an excellent place to look for job openings and to post your resume.

The U.S. Department of Labor's My Skills, My Future website helps job seekers match their skills with new careers and find out what training is needed to move from one job to another.

The Minnesota Employment Center for Persons Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (MEC) provides consultation and referrals for supported employment services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.

People with visual impairments can get vocational rehabilitation services from Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB). For more information, call 1-651-539-2300 or 1-800-652-9000 and ask to speak with someone in the Workforce Development Unit. To find an SSB office near you, visit the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

You can find more information about SSI:

• On the Social Security Administration’s website.
• In Social Security’s Red Book
• Using Social Security’s Spotlights on special SSI topics.

You can apply for SSI:

• Online (which starts the application process immediately)
• By calling Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 or 1-800-325-0778 (TTY) to make an appointment to apply either:
  • Over the phone, or
  • In person at your local Social Security office.
• With help from one of Minnesota’s Social Security advocates. Chat with a Hub expert to find out more.

You’ll find more information about SSDI:

• On the Social Security Administration’s website
• In Social Security’s Red Book
• Using Social Security’s Electronic Booklet on Disability Benefits
• If you can't find what you're looking for or have questions, Chat with a Hub expert.

There are three ways to apply for SSDI:

• You can apply online
• You can call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-325-0778) and apply by telephone, or
• You can apply in person at your local Social Security office

When you have questions or need help, use Chat with a Hub expert. This feature connects you to a DB101 Expert using live chat, phone, or secure email. Anything you talk about is private.

Chat with a Hub expert to:

• Understand your current benefits
• Get help using DB101.org
• Connect to resources
• Plan next steps

The Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC) provides free assistance to people with civil legal issues related to their disability. Call the MDLC Intake Line at 1-612-334-5970 (Twin Cities metro area), 1-800-292-4150 (Greater Minnesota), or 1-612-332-4668 (TTY).