You are invited to join the Wisconsin Mental Health Forums, a virtual five-part series designed to address disparities within the Behavioral Health System. Developed by Employment Resources, Inc. (ERI) and made possible through support from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS), this series aims to improve the experiences of underserved populations. Speakers will …
Substance Abuse in Wisconsin: People with Disabilities at Risk, Have Resources
The wide availability and consumption of alcohol and other substances can be challenging for people with disabilities in Wisconsin. However, an understanding of risks and early identification of problems can lead to positive outcomes.
Self-Care: Help for Holiday Blues
If you’re feeling anxious and stressed rather than filled with joy and hope during the holidays, you are not alone. Here are some ideas you can use or share to take care of yourself this holiday season.
Gifts and Social Security Benefits
Tis’ the season for festive celebrations – and gifts! During the holidays, it’s a good idea to learn how gifts are viewed by Social Security for the SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) and SSI (Supplemental Security Income) programs. Gifts Don’t Affect SSDI At AllLet’s start with the easy one: SSDI. Gifts do not affect SSDI at all! You don’t even …
Tips for Safe and Stress-Free Travels
Whether you plan to make a short trip across town for supplies and then stay home with a good book, or travel across the country to spend time with family, we wish you safe and stress-free travels. Here are a few tips to get you where you want to go safely and with a minimum of stress: Plan Ahead Whether …
Need a Reasonable Accommodation? Speak Up for Yourself
If you have a disability and you’re considering applying for a job or figuring out how you’d handle the work, you might have also thought about how some help or changes could make it easier for you to do your best. These changes are sometimes called reasonable accommodations and could support you to do your best work. The desire to …
Job Skills Employers Value
They used to be called “soft skills” and now are being referred to as “power skills”. These skills employers value include things like communication, attitude, responsibility, and willingness to learn. Get tips on how to improve yours!
Continued Medicaid Eligibility While Working: Section 1619(b)
If you could keep your Medicaid coverage AND earn enough money to get off SSI, would you? Many people would, but don’t know it’s a possibility. Continued Medicaid Eligibility, or Section 1619(b), is a work incentive that allows people to keep their Medicaid when their earnings are so high that they don’t get an SSI payment. Keep in mind, Section …
Transportation: Knowing the Options
As you consider your job goals, part of that process is considering how you will get to and from work. If owning and driving a vehicle is not an option, there are many different transportation options. Learn more what they are, how they work, and how to use them.A Variety of Options “Transportation Options for Older Adults and People with …
Advance Access and Equity: Celebrate National Employment Disability Month in October
Get ideas and resources to Advance Access and Equity – celebrate NDEAM with ERI.