New Resource to Share! Impairment-Related Work Expenses Fact Sheet

Impairment-Related Work Incentives Series header featuring Ben holding a receipt for IRWE

In our latest Work Incentives Series fact sheet, Social Security disability beneficiaries can learn more about Impairment-Related Work Expenses, also known as IRWE.

Social Security Work Incentives can help eligible people with disabilities transition to the workplace. Whether they are looking for a job for the first time or returning to work after an injury or illness, Work Incentives can help make the transition to work smoother.

This latest resource answers questions like:

  • What is an IRWE?
  • How does an IRWE affect Social Security disability benefits when transitioning to the workplace?
  • What are some examples of items and services that qualify as an IRWE?

Ways you can share this resource!

Help us spread the word about this new resources and use the sample social media posts below as a guide.

Facebook: Check out the newest Work Incentives resource from @ChooseWork and get answers to all of your questions about Impairment Related Work Expenses!

https://choosework.ssa.gov/library/2018-11-28-faq-impairment-related-work-expenses 

Twitter: Learn about Impairment Related Work Expenses in the newest #WorkIncentives Series resource from @chooseworkSSA.

https://choosework.ssa.gov/library/2018-11-28-faq-impairment-related-work-expenses

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Have you worked with someone who has used IRWE as they transitioned to the workplace? Submit the details of their experience to stories@choosework.ssa.gov. Their story may be chosen to be featured in a Ticket to Work success story. Human interest testimonials can be powerful marketing tools. Ticket to Work success stories get wide exposure, are published on the Choose Work website and social media, and promoted to other organizations.