Speaker(s):

Dalto, Michael, BA, CPWIC

Presentation:

This webinar introduces disability professionals (case managers, therapists, etc.) to the basics of SSDI, SSI, Medicare and Medicaid (also called MO HealthNet) benefits and how work affects them. Trainees will learn how to offer basic, positive information about the impact of work on benefits to people with disabilities who are considering work. The goal of the training is for participants to “first, do no harm” – to be sure they provide accurate, encouraging information about work and benefits, instead of perpetuating myths and misinformation. The webinar includes videos, fact sheets and practical exercises

Objectives:

  1. Describe basic SSDI, SSI, Medicare and Medicaid (MO HealthNet) eligibility and work rules

  2. Respond to concerns and myths about benefits and work

  3. Refer to a benefit specialist when needed