Have No Fear: Work and Social Security

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Social Security wants to help people on disability benefits take steps towards employment and self-sufficiency. However, myths around how work impacts benefits have prevented many -beneficiaries-  from even looking for a job. If you can relate, know that Social Security designed various rules and programs that allow you to try out work without having to worry about jeopardizing your benefits. This can be hard to believe, and that’s why there are Social Security-sponsored benefits experts that can educate you and help you determine the right steps you need to take to become independent. When you read this section, you will get the facts about: