Update: Workshop on Social Security Disability from the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation
The following information has been provided to the Franklin County Task Force on Aging's Legislative Committee by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation:
You are invited to attend a pair of seminars intended to provide you with a comprehensive overview of the disability programs administered by the Social Security Administration.
Social Security Disability Programs: Essentials and More
Columbus, Ohio
Tuesday & Wednesday
September 1 & 2
9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location: Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation
William Green Building Auditorium
30 W. Spring St.
Columbus OH 43215
**(up to) 10 CEUs offered by the
Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board
**Application pending approval
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Lunch is on your own
No Registration Fee
Space is limited! RSVP details below.
Workshop Summary
This seminar is designed for counselors, social workers, case managers, psychologists, mental health/social service professionals, in short, anyone who works with individuals who are filing for or receiving disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. At the conclusion, participants should have a solid understanding about Social Security disability programs and benefits, how to apply, the appeals process, the medical decision process, electronic services at Social Security Online, working while still receiving disability benefits and the important role third parties play in helping clients navigate the Social Security system.
The seminar may be considered as two related events dealing with different aspects of the Social Security and Supplemental Security Income programs. You may, therefore, register for attendance at either or both days.
Day 1
*Overview of Social Security SSI and SSDI programs
*How the medical decision process works
*Role of mental health records in the disability process
*Online disability and appeals applications
*Expediting applications and medical evidence
*Updates on our newest internet resources
*Medicare issues for the disabled beneficiary
Day 2
*Discussion about all of SSA’s "work incentive" provisions
*Information about the "Ticket to Work" program
*Information about the Employment Networks that assist with the
"Ticket"
Knowledgeable speakers from Social Security, the Ohio Bureau of Disability Determination in Columbus, the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program and representatives from both Regional and National Social Security disability programs operations will speak at the seminar and answer your questions. You don’t want to miss this informative day.
To RSVP, please submit the attached RSVP form by Thursday, August 6. Space is limited.
*CEU request is pending from the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Boards
*Special rate ($99/night) lodging accommodations nearby have been arranged for conference participants. Details will be provided with registration confirmation information.
*For more information or questions, contact John LaMotte, Staff Assistant/State Liaison at (614) 469 7717 x3047or john.lamotte@ssa.gov or Debi Schwartz @ (513) 732 3141 x202 or debi.schwartz@ssa.gov
: The Ticket to Returning to Work! Topics this day will address the many provisions of Social Security policies that allow disabled beneficiaries to return to work activity while maintaining eligibility to cash and/or medical benefits. Agenda items include: : More than you may want to know ? Topics include many issues relating to the programs’ operation, including: