This webinar series offers a comprehensive exploration of federal and state benefits for individuals with disabilities, highlighting crucial topics such as the differences between SSI and SSDI, work incentives, and benefit counseling resources. Attending these sessions is vital for understanding how to navigate complex benefit systems, achieve economic independence, and maintain the vital supports necessary for sustaining that independence.

Additionally, participants will gain valuable insights into managing healthcare programs and asset-building strategies, all while seizing the opportunity to build momentum for creating a coalition that fosters positive changes in the disability community.

October 22, 2024: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) / Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Two federal benefits are available to people with disabilities. Discuss the differences between them and the available work incentives.
1:00 pm EST
Free registration.

November 19, 2024: Ticket-to-Work, IN WIPA, and IN BIN Project
Need benefits counseling to better understand your federal and state benefits? This session provides resources and contacts to get your questions answered.
1:00 pm EST
Free registration.

December 17, 2024: Federal and State Healthcare benefits
Discussion of Medicaid, Medicare, MEDWorks, and other programs and how they are connected to your federal benefits.
1:00 pm EST
Free registration.

January 21, 2025: Asset Building including ABLE accounts and Special Trusts
Discussion about possible ways to save money for short- or long-term goals without the worry of losing benefits.
1:00 pm EST
Free registration.

For more information or questions contact Luke Labas, Director of The Inclusion Institute at The League, LukeL@the-league.org or call 260-441-0551.

Presented by Indiana Institute on Disability & Community Center on Community Living & Careers and The League Inclusion Institute.