Explore Work with Confidence
The Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council is proud to offer Ticket to Work services as an approved Employment Network through the American Dream Employment Network.
If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and are between the ages of 18–64, this free and voluntary program can help you explore work while understanding how it may impact your benefits.
What is Ticket to Work?
The Ticket to Work program is designed to support individuals with disabilities in returning to work, increasing their income, and building long-term financial stability, without risking the loss of benefits unexpectedly.
We’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Services Available at No Cost
As part of this program, we provide personalized, one-on-one support, including:
Explore career paths that fit your interests and goals
Resume help, applications, and interview preparation
Access to local job opportunities
Continued guidance after you start working
Tools to help you plan for your future
Benefits and Work Incentive Advisement at No Cost
Through a Certified Work Incentive Practitioner (CWIP), you will receive clear, personalized guidance on:
- How earnings may affect your cash benefits
- What happens to your health insurance (Medicare/Medicaid)
- Which Social Security Work Incentives are available to support you
This service helps remove the fear and confusion around working while receiving benefits.
Why Participate?
Many individuals hesitate to work because they are unsure how it will affect their benefits. Participants in the ADEN network often find employment quickly, with many securing jobs within just a few months of getting started. The Ticket to Work program helps you:
Make informed decisions about employment
Increase your income and independence
Build confidence in your ability to work
Work toward long-term financial stability
A Trusted Network of Support
We are proud to partner with the National Disability Institute and ADEN
to provide high-quality, individualized services that support your success.
Who is Eligible?
You may qualify if you:
Success is Possible
Many individuals who participate in Ticket to Work discover new opportunities, gain confidence, and achieve greater financial independence.
How to Get Started
Getting started is simple. Fill out the interest form below to get started today!

