GSILGranite State Independent Living (GSIL) provides services for beneficiaries receiving Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits through our Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program, for the entire state of NH and 25 counties in NY.
WIPA is designed to enable beneficiaries with disabilities to receive accurate information regarding their benefits and work incentives so they can make appropriate decisions about returning to work.
A beneficiary receives services by calling the Ticket-To-Work Helpline. Calling this number will generate a referral through the helpline and it will go directly to the Community Work Incentive Coordinator (CWIC).
A beneficiary can receive services through WIPA if they are enrolled with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). VR counselors can refer their clients to GSIL directly for a Benefits Summary and Analysis (BS&A) or for basic Benefits Counseling. A beneficiary can also access services by contacting GSIL directly at 603-228-9680.
No matter how a beneficiary comes to the WIPA program they will be provided with in-depth counseling about benefits and the effects of earned income on those benefits. They can also receive continued support throughout their employment regarding their SSA and other federal benefits.
For more information, please call 1-866-968-7842 or, if you use TTY services, 1-866-833-2967. You may also email [email protected].
