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Fall 2026 Benefits Training

September 4, 2026 by

The Disability Rights Iowa (DRI) WIPA team is hosting a FREE in-person event.
The event will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2026 in Sioux City Iowa at the Iowa Works Building.

Individuals who should attend include:

  • People Receiving a Social Security DisabilityBeneft and Interested in Work
  • Family/Guardians/Representative Payees
  • Employment Specialists, VocationalRehabilitation Counselors, Case Managers,and Other Staff at Disability ServiceProviders

The interactive, in-person training will include the basics of Social Security disability benefits and work incentives. Attendees will also learn how the DRI WIPA team can help SSDI and/or SSI beneficiaries reach their employment goals. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all events hosted by DRI. Please contact Jenny Lynes at jlynes@driowa.org or (515) 452-0748 Relay 711 by Friday, October 9, 2026,at 5 p.m. if you require an accommodation to participate.

Follow this link to learn more about this Benefits Training and to Register to Attend

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