Online Publications & Resources
The Sherlock Center offers hundreds of online resources and publications on topics across the lifespan, from early intervention to transition to person-centered thinking, employment and self-determination.
These resources are searchable in the fields below. You can search by a keyword or an exact title in the “Search All Resources” box or you can search by project/service, topic or type – form, online resource or Sherlock Center publication.
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Social Security Administration
Social Security provides a source of income for retirees and those who cannot work because a disability (SSI and SSDI.)
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Social Security Administration Publications
This searchable page links dozens of SSA publications; additional formats such as English audio and Spanish are available for many.
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Social Security Administration's Ticket to Work
Social Security's free and voluntary Ticket to Work Program supports career development for people ages 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits and want to work. It helps people with disabilities move toward financial independence and connects them with the services and support they need to succeed in the workforce.
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Social Security Administration's Ticket to Work Webinars and Tutorials
Learn more about the Ticket to Work program through webinars, on-demand learning and self-paced tutorials.
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SSI Spotlights
SSI Spotlights are handouts to help you when you apply for and receive SSI benefits and give detailed looks at some of the program rules.
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Statewide Summary 2021 DD Employment and Day Activity Survey
This report provides a data summary of the 2021 DD Employment and Day Activity Outcomes Surveys.
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Statewide Summary 2022 DD Employment and Day Activity Survey
This report provides a data summary of the 2022 DD Employment and Day Activity Outcomes Surveys.
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Statewide Summary 2023 DD Employment and Day Activity Survey
This report provides a data summary of the 2023 DD Employment and Day Activity Outcomes Surveys.
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Statewide Summary 2024 DD Employment and Day Activity Survey
This report provides a data summary of the 2024 Annual DD Employment and Day Activity Outcomes Survey with a comparison to the 2023 annual survey.
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The Red Book - A Guide to Work Incentives and Employment Supports
The Red Book serves as a general reference source about the employment-related provisions of the Social Security Disability Insurance and the Supplemental Security Income programs for educators, advocates, rehabilitation professionals and counselors who serve people with disabilities.
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The Red Book - A Guide to Work Incentives and Employment Supports (Spanish version)
The Red Book serves as a general reference source about the employment-related provisions of the Social Security Disability Insurance and the Supplemental Security Income Programs for educators, advocates, rehabilitation professionals and counselors who serve people with disabilities.
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Think Work Stories
Think Work Stories is a series of employment success stories on subjects such as career planning, job supports, job matching, job negotiation, family support, and funding.
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VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center
Established in 1983, the center provides resources for professionals, individuals with disabilities and their representatives. Its team of nationally and internationally renowned researchers is committed to developing and advancing evidence-based practices to increase the hiring and retention for individuals with disabilities.
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Work Incentives Connections Fall 2024 newsletter
The fall 2024 Work Incentives Connections newsletter includes information about how the expansion to Medicaid buy-in removes limits for workers with disabilities; fall webinars; and the Sherlock Center seeking to hire a bilingual benefits specialist.
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Work Incentives Connections Spring 2024 newsletter
The spring 2024 Work Incentives Connections newsletter topics include understanding tax implications of federal benefits; the Sherlock Center's new website; Lunch and Learn webinars; and wage reporting.
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Work Incentives Connections Summer 2024 newsletter
The summer 2024 Work Incentives Connections newsletter includes information about a new Social Security rule that eases the overpayment burden; webinars; and how benefits counseling can help prevent overpayment.
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Workin
Workin provides multiple no-cost services to job seekers. Register for free and it will send local job postings that fit your interests.
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Working While Disabled: How We Can Help
This Social Security Administration brochure explains work incentives and Ticket to Work programs that can help people with disabilities work.
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Working While Disabled: How We Can Help (English audio version)
The English audio version of this Social Security Administration brochure explains work incentives and Ticket to Work programs that can help people with disabilities work.
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Working While Disabled: How We Can Help (Spanish version)
This Social Security Administration brochure explains work incentives and Ticket to Work programs that can help people with disabilities work. This version is in Spanish.