After an evening of fine dining in beautiful Paris, I’m ready to answer Juanita’s question about benefits. I always have time to empower people with questions about disability benefits. Knowledge is power! Dear Ben, I am going to start looking for a job. This will be my first job since my disability benefits started 5 years ago. Can you tell …
Your Voice Counts – Vote!
Wisconsin’s Spring Election and Presidential Preference Primary is April 7, 2020. Here are some important tips to make your voting experience a smooth one:1. Learn what’s on the ballot and where to voteNot entirely sure what’s on the ballot and where to vote? You can learn by visiting the My Vote Wisconsin website.2. Have acceptable photo ID with you at …
12 Key Skills for Workplace Success
What are employers looking for in a good employee? Someone who knows how to do everything their job requires? Not necessarily. Most employers are looking to hire friendly people who have a good work ethic and who are polite, optimistic, and cooperative. This is because it is easier for employers to teach someone a specific skill, for example, how to use …
Having a Mentor Linked to Career Success
The Great People Have Great Mentors initiative focuses on maximizing the potential of young people with disabilities by having a mentor. A mentorship is a relationship with an increased emphasis on personal or professional development for participating individuals. A mentor can also be a role model. Research shows having a positive role model at a young age is significant in …
Keeping Your Information Safe
At ERI, we care about keeping the private information of our clients private! This is not only an obligation we have under the law, it’s something we strive to go above and beyond to ensure. With this in mind, we have implemented a new email security system through ProofPoint. To keep your private information safe and comply with improved best …
Ask Ben: Will Marriage Affect SSI and SSDI Benefits?
I’ve heard it’s been unusually cold in parts of the United States! Brrrr! Not for me….I’m staying warm in Timanfaya National Park, on the Island of Lanzarote, Spain. The parkland here is made up entirely of volcanic soil. It’s beautiful, and warm! I just checked my email and see I have a question about marriage and SSA Benefits. Hi Ben, …
Social Security Benefits and Work: Choices & Opportunities
When: Wednesday | December 13, 2017 | 9:00-10:00 amWhere: Dane County Job Center, Room D2 | 1819 Aberg Avenue, Madison A job is more than a pay check — though that’s important! A job can improve health, stability, social connections, personal satisfaction, and of course, your wallet. Learn about choices and opportunities to help you achieve your goals:Find and keep a jobUnderstand …
Ask Ben: Will I Lose My SSDI if I Keep Working?
Hello from Prague! I’m enjoying a visit to the beautiful capitol of the Czech Republic (the museums are incredible). After the heat of Zambia, the snow and ice here is refreshing…but I am enjoying the warmth of the coffee shops and theaters. It’s so cozy to be inside sipping my coffee, watching the snow fall on the sidewalks, and writing …