People with disabilities make significant contributions to America’s workforce, but many face barriers to obtaining jobs and securing economic self-sufficiency.
Our work reduces employment barriers for people with disabilities and supports workforce professionals at the state and local level. On this site you will learn about resources, programs, and partnerships that can make the workforce system more effective.

Employment Success Stories
The following success stories demonstrate the positive contributions people with disabilities make to employers. Our team will share stories on a rolling basis, so please check back often! Cathy G. Cathy G. is a permanent Federal employee with the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA), part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. READ STORY Mark […]
Employment Success StoriesFinancial Toolkit: Frequently Asked Questions
I Want to Know About… What is the Social Security Administration (SSA)? The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides Americans financial protection and support throughout life’s journey. SSA administers retirement, disability, survivor, and family benefits and enrolls individuals in Medicare. They also provide Social Security numbers, which are unique identifiers needed for individuals to work, handle […]
Financial Toolkit: Frequently Asked QuestionsHelping Disabled Veterans with Spending and Saving Habits
The LEAD Center is pleased to release “Helping Disabled Veterans with Spending and Saving Habits.” Written by disabled Navy Veteran, Timothy Elliot, this blog explains the obstacles disabled people may face when deciding to pursue employment. The blog also explains how the Securing Your Financial Future toolkit helped Timothy take a hard look at his […]
Helping Disabled Veterans with Spending and Saving HabitsEmployment Success Stories
The following success stories demonstrate the positive contributions people with disabilities make to employers. Our team will share stories on a rolling basis, so please check back often! Cathy G. Cathy G. is a permanent Federal employee with the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA), part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. READ STORY Mark […]
Employment Success StoriesFinancial Toolkit: Frequently Asked Questions
I Want to Know About… What is the Social Security Administration (SSA)? The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides Americans financial protection and support throughout life’s journey. SSA administers retirement, disability, survivor, and family benefits and enrolls individuals in Medicare. They also provide Social Security numbers, which are unique identifiers needed for individuals to work, handle […]
Financial Toolkit: Frequently Asked QuestionsHelping Disabled Veterans with Spending and Saving Habits
The LEAD Center is pleased to release “Helping Disabled Veterans with Spending and Saving Habits.” Written by disabled Navy Veteran, Timothy Elliot, this blog explains the obstacles disabled people may face when deciding to pursue employment. The blog also explains how the Securing Your Financial Future toolkit helped Timothy take a hard look at his […]
Helping Disabled Veterans with Spending and Saving HabitsEmployment Success Stories
The following success stories demonstrate the positive contributions people with disabilities make to employers. Our team will share stories on a rolling basis, so please check back often! Cathy G. Cathy G. is a permanent Federal employee with the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA), part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. READ STORY Mark […]
Employment Success Stories