financial independence

What You Need to Know About the Ticket to Work Program | Penny Forward

Starting or returning to work while receiving Social Security disability benefits can feel overwhelming. The Ticket to Work program provides free support and resources to help people with disabilities explore employment while making informed decisions about their benefits.

08/14/2026
Make Your ABLE Dollars Work: Learn How to Invest Through an ABLE Account

ABLE accounts can be a powerful financial tool for people with disabilities, allowing them to save and potentially invest for the future. A free upcoming ABLE National Resource Center webinar will explain how to make your ABLE dollars work harder.

08/11/2026
Celebrating 70 Years of Social Security Disability Benefits

Social Security Disability Insurance has provided a critical financial safety net for millions of Americans with disabilities for 70 years. Understanding SSDI and other benefits is an important part of building a comprehensive financial plan.

08/06/2026
Reporting Self Employment Income to Social Security: Tips for Members and Families

Self-employed adults receiving Social Security benefits can manage reporting more easily with organized records, safe submission methods, and independence while getting support.

07/14/2026
Navigating Overprotective Family Monitoring as an Adult with Disabilities

Living at home as an adult with a disability? Learn how to maintain financial independence, use accessible tools, and manage overprotective family monitoring.

07/13/2026
Requesting a Social Security Number or Replacement Card Just Got Easier: What Blind and Low Vision Individuals Should Know

The Social Security Administration now allows many people to request a Social Security number or replacement card online. Learn why this matters for blind and low vision individuals.

02/25/2026
Celebrating Ticket to Work’s 25th Anniversary

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Social Security Administration’s Ticket to Work program, a milestone in helping people with disabilities explore employment and move toward financial independence.

05/20/2025
Tony’s Story: Navigating Disability, Job Hunting, and Financial Health as a Blind Parent

Tony is a father, a job seeker, and a man who just wants to do right by his kids. He’s also blind, which adds an extra layer of complexity to everything he does—especially when it comes to finding work and dealing with government bureaucracy.

02/24/2025
Why I’m in Washington, D.C. This Week—And Why You Should Take Action Too

Blind Americans deserve equal access, financial independence, and fair employment. This week, I’m in Washington, D.C., advocating for critical legislative changes—but you don’t have to be here to make a difference. Learn how you can take action from home and support the National Federation of the Blind and the American Council of the Blind in…

02/03/2025
Announcing Financial Independence Is For Everyone Contest Winners

???? Celebrating Success: Announcing Our “Financial Independence is for Everyone” Contest Winners! ???? Hey, Penny Forward family! We have some thrilling news to share! On July 1st, 2024, we kicked off our first-ever “Financial Independence is for Everyone” contest with a bang, aiming to spread the word about the importance of accessible financial education for…

08/06/2024