Publications and Meeting Notices

Receive our annual newsletter, a schedule of community meetings held each year throughout Minnesota, and occasional updates on work incentives rules for SSDI, SSI, MA-EPD and other public benefits programs.

To join our mailing list, please call us at:

  • 651-632-5113 (Twin Cities Metro)
  • 1-800-976-6728 (from Greater Minnesota)
  • MN Relay - 711

Regional Community Meetings

Each year, the Work Incentives Connection holds meetings throughout Minnesota to provide in-person information about work and benefits to local communities.  Topics addressed included the SSI and SSDI programs; the rules those programs have about the impact of work on benefits; and special work incentives available.

Newsletters

Newsletter, Winter 2012 [formatted] | [plain text]

Michael's Story

Happy New Year from the Director! 

Calling about Your Satisfaction 

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Social Security Changes for 2012

Take Charge with a Free Wage Tracking Calendar!

Fall Community Meeting Results

More Help in the Medicare Prescription Drug Donut Hole

Remarkable Achievements!

You Gave to the Max (and it's not too late if you didn't)

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Newsletter, Summer 2011 [ formatted] | plain text ]

Connection Enters a New Phase!
Executive Director's Column - Good News!
Our Four Beliefs
Social Security Offices to Close Earlier
Congress Considers SSI Savers Act of 2011
Full Impact of Special Session on Benefits Still Unclear
Free 2011 and 2012 Wage Tracking Calendars
Fall Community Meetings - Social Security Basics and Wage Tracking
Jessica's Story
2010 Annual Report, Audit and Evaluation Report Available
Expanding Minnesota's Benefits Planning System
Outcome Research Shows Positive Impact on Employment
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Newsletter, Winter 2011 [ formatted | plain text ]

Harry's Story; Happy New Year!; 2011 Wage Tracking Calendars Now Available; Community Meetings - Learn How to Track and Report Earnings; Social Security Administration Information for 2011; More Help for Those in the Medicare Part D "donut hole"; Remarkable Achievements; Doing Our Work Differently; You Gave to the Max!; Change your mailing information or sign up for our listserve.

Newsletter, Summer 2010 [ formatted | plain text ]

Mary Conquers an Ice Mountain in her Tennis Shoes; Honoring people's choices; How does Health Reform affect Medicare in 2010?; What's a Wage Tracking Calendar and are they still available?; The Connection needs your feedback; Did you know?; Key state benefit programs restored; You can help the Connection; How to change your mailing information.

Newsletter, Winter 2010 [ formatted | plain text ]

Qianna's Story; What's up at the Connection?; Will Social Security limits change in 2010?; Who pays what for Medicare Part B?; What' s changed about getting a Social Security card?; How can my group get Benefits Orientation training?; Why should I track my earnings and report to Social Security?; Remarkable Achievements; Spread the Word; You Have Leverage!; How can I change my mailing information?

Newsletter, Summer 2009 [ formatted | plain text ]

Andy Scales the Career Ladder; What's up with the Connection; Benefit Program Updates; Annual Report Available; Five Things to Know When you Work and Receive Social Security Disability-related Benefits; More People on SSI Could Use IRWE; New on our Website:  Work Incentive Plans (WIPS); We're Listening to Your Feedback; and How Can I Change my Mailing Information.

Newsletter, Winter 2008-09 [ formatted | plain text ]

Taking Charge of Your Own Life:  Linda's Story; Executive Director's Report, Ten Years and Still Moving Forward; Social Security Administration Announces Increases for 2009; Medicare Prescription Drug Plans - Review Your Chocies by December 31st!; Congratulations to Those Pursuing Self-Sufficiency; Get the Facts on Our Website!; Show Your Support; Report and Request a Receipt; and Don't Get Cancelled - You Must Act Now to Stay on our Mailing List. 

Newsletter, Winter 2007-08 [ formatted | plain text ]

Taking Charge of Your Life: Todd’s Story; Nonprofit Connection Moves Forward; Show Your Support; Basics of SSDI; How SSDI Work Incentives Can Help You; Basics of SSI; SSI Work Incentives Let You Keep More Money; Medicare Prescription Drug Plans – Time to Review Your Choices; Social Security Administration Announces Increases for 2008; Know Which Benefit You Receive; New and Improved Website; and Congratulations are in Order!

Newsletter, Winter 2006-07 [ formatted | plain text ]

Last Chance to Become a Founder!; Navigating the Health Care Maze; Update on Medicare Prescription Drug Program; Social Security Administration (SSA) announces increases for 2007; Help with Medicare Costs - Medicare Savings Programs; Congratulations are in order!; MA-EPD Beyond Age 64; Claim It! - Tax Help Resource Fair; Do you want to stay on our mailing list?; Work Incentives Advisory Group