Last Updated: 1/14/2025
In a word, no. As a matter of fact, it’s very real and in its 25-year history has helped hundreds of thousands of people.
The Ticket To Work Program (TTW) is federal assistance program that helps people who are receiving Social Security disability benefits to return to work after experiencing a disability. The program is not a scam nor are the state Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)agencies or Employment Networks (EN) which provide support.
What Is The Ticket To Work Program?
Ticket To Work Program is a free, voluntary program from the Social Security Administration (SSA), designed to support individuals who are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and want to work. Most SSI or SSDI beneficiaries are concerned about losing their benefits if they work. However, TTW offers significant protections for disability benefits.
The enactment of The Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999 (Public Law 106-170) on December 17, 1999 established the program. Since then, it has made significant support available for workers with disabilities in the United States to go back to work after achieving medical recovery or stability.
The program uses Employment Networks (ENs) and state VRs to give expert employment advice throughout the job search process. These agencies are authorized by the SSA.
Who Is Allsup Employment Services?
Allsup Employment Services (AES) is an SSA-authorized Employment Network. As an EN, we provide services and resources nationwide to beneficiaries take full advantage of the benefits and support that are available through the Ticket To Work Program.
Our services are of no cost to you. The SSA covers these expenses.
Is There A Way To Verify The Program And AES Are Legitimate?
Ticket To Work has an official .gov website, and Allsup Employment Services is listed there as an authorized EN.
Are Scams A Concern With Programs Like Ticket To Work?
Scams are something to be concerned with as they are common, especially for people with disabilities.
Those with disabilities often find themselves targeted by questionable marketers and scammers who promise benefits, yet provide little to nothing. This problem gets worse with scams and fake offers that look real, making it hard to know what’s true or not.
Many in the disability community have become very careful when they get unexpected messages, even about helpful programs like Ticket To Work.
The SSA has put in a lot of effort to help people understand how to spot, avoid and report Social Security-related scams. Still, the problem is ongoing and needs constant attention.
How Can I Tell The Difference Between Scams And Legitimate Programs?
There are a few ways to tell for sure.
- Where did the information come from? Legitimate programs like Ticket To Work will typically be introduced to you through official channels, such as a letter from the SSA or contact from an SSA-authorized Employment Network. Scammers, on the other hand, often use unsolicited emails, phone calls, or texts that try to scare you into taking action.
- Are you being asked for personal information? Scammers often ask for sensitive items such as your phone number, Social Security number or bank details with little to no communication. A Ticket To Work EN or other provider will not ask for this information until you’ve had a chance to check them out and understand the reason for the request.
- Are you feeling pressure to take an action? If you feel pressured to make a quick decision or share information without time to think, it’s likely a scam. The Ticket To Work Program allows you to take your time, ask questions and make informed decisions about your participation.
The best way to protect yourself is to check out any information you receive. If you’re contacted about the Ticket To Work Program, make sure to cross-check the details with valid sources. To do so, you can contact the SSA, the Ticket To Work Program itself or an authorized EN such as Allsup Employment Services.
Written correspondence from the SSA will normally include their official logo, contact information and no pressure tactics.
