Employment First Massachusetts

Presented by the Disability Law Center (DLC), this in-person training will cover key topics related to employment rights and public benefits for people with disabilities. Learn directly from DLC attorneys about reasonable accommodations in the workplace for Social Security beneficiaries and gain a deeper understanding of how employment impacts SSI and SSDI benefits.

Who is this training for?

People with disabilities, advocates, and service providers

CART services will be provided. ASL has been requested. This is a fragrance-free event. Space is limited and registration is required.

Combining Work and Benefits is a self-paced online course available throughout August. It’s designed to help professionals support individuals who are considering work, returning to work, or unsure about employment due to concerns about benefits.

Through four engaging lessons, the course covers key topics, including financial well-being, federal and state benefits, work incentives, and maintaining healthcare coverage. Participants will gain practical knowledge and tools to guide informed benefits planning conversations and help individuals make confident decisions about working while maintaining essential supports.