Benefits Planning
National Disability Institute helps individuals across the spectrum of disability, and their families, understand the intricate web of federal and state public benefits, as well as the effect of work on benefits, which is a vital step toward economic advancement for people with disabilities.
National Expertise
National Disability Institute is a nationally recognized expert in benefits planning.
National Disability Institute creates state-specific trainings to help disability service providers, vocational rehabilitation counselors, Medicaid support coordinators, parents, family members and individuals with disabilities to better understand their rights, responsibilities and options.
Customized Trainings
National Disability Institute customizes benefits trainings by state that include e-learning courses, webinars and in-person trainings.
National Expertise
NDI is a nationally recognized expert in benefits planning.
NDI creates state-specific trainings to help disability service providers, vocational rehabilitation counselors, Medicaid support coordinators, parents, family members and individuals with disabilities to better understand their rights, responsibilities and options.
Customized Trainings
NDI customizes benefits trainings by state that include e-learning courses, webinars and in-person trainings.
If you are a Social Security disability beneficiary and receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits or both, and you have returned to work, you are required to report your wages to the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Wage Reporting Fact Sheet (Updated 11/2020)
If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, are age 18 through 64 and you’re ready to return to work, the American Dream Employment Network (ADEN) is here to support you. Learn about important topics that will help you return to work and explore a better financial future.
ADEN informational webinar archive: “SSA Disability Benefits and Work Incentives.”
Other Financial Resources
Financial Capability
Financial capability education is a critical first step on the road to financial stability.
ABLE Accounts
ABLE savings accounts allow people with disabilities to save money without losing eligibility for federally-funded benefits.
Taxes & Tax Preparation
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides free tax preparation services to qualifying taxpayers.
Assistive Technology
National Disability Institute’s AT Loan Program can help pay for devices that improve or maintain independence and quality of life.
Your Support Matters
Be a catalyst for change by donating today to support National Disability Institute’s innovative projects and research that help build a better financial future for people with disabilities and their families. NDI is a 501(c)3 organization and all donations are tax deductible.
