Many of us will experience a time when we change or lose a job. You may be among those who lost your job due to economic challenges or you may be considering changing your job for a variety of reasons. On this page, you will find answers to important questions and additional resources to assist you during this transition. You may also consider visiting the “Preparing for a Job” page on this website to help you get ready for a new job.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. If you receive a Social Security benefit due to your disability, you must report all changes in income to SSA. Specific information can be found by reading Reporting Changes is Your Responsibility.
- If you have been laid off, healthcare coverage can be a major concern. However, you may be able to enroll in your state’s healthcare exchange system, elect COBRA, and/or qualify for Medicaid. Employment Recovery gives you several resources regarding these topics.
- CareerOneStop is the perfect resource for career exploration, training and learning about careers you can do with the skills you currently have.
Resources
In Collaboration With
The LEAD WIOA Policy Department Center is led by National Disability Institute. It is fully funded as the WIOA Policy Development Center by the Office of Disability Employment Policy, U.S. Department of Labor, Grant number: OD-38977-22-75-4-11.