Are You Fit to Work?
In the past three decades, the number of Americans who are on disability has skyrocketed. Every month, 14 million people now get a disability check from the government. The Social Security Ticket to Workprogram is helping people who are able to work, find it, reducing their reliance on the social security benefits.
Health Benefits
“What is the benefit of work? Activation of the brain and activation of social networks may be critical,” Nicole Maestas, an associate professor of health care policy at Harvard Medical School, said in an interview. Working offers a routine, purpose, and reason for getting out of bed in the morning. It also offers a social community that is beneficial for mental health. After being retired or out of for a couple of years, people tend to get lonely or feel like they have lost their sense of purpose. It contributes to overall happiness, helps to build confidence and self-esteem. Working also allows for more income, which can reduce stresses related to bills.
Income/Benefits
Working a part or full time job will pay more than disability programs. Not only will your health benefit, but your wallet will too. If you work a job that offers benefits, you can start building retirement savings and have better health insurance.
Creativity
Working will challenge your mind and make you think. You will be able to develop skills and use your talents. With technology and constant innovation, new jobs are created and different skills are needed. You can find a job that will allow you to excel and use your creativity.
Challenge
By having a job, you have a reason to wake up, start your day, and pursue a goal or purpose. Your mind will be engaged, and you will face many different challenges throughout the day. From getting to work on time, to completing project deadlines, or making customers happy, you day will be full of challenges that will build your character and make you a stronger person. You can learn new things, developing yourself as a worker and person.
Independence
As an employee, you will have more independence and need to rely on other people or programs less. You will be able to work and achieve goals like paying for your own bills.
In conclusion, working has positive health benefits for your mental health and feeling like you have a purpose. You will be able to earn an income and possibly have great health insurance benefits, use your mind and be creative, and complete daily tasks and challenges. Social Security Ticket to Work program allows people to find work and still rely some on benefits.
