Social Security_Research and Demonstration

(1) To conduct social, economic, and demographic research on topics important to the Social Security Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs and the current and future well-being of their beneficiaries; (2) to develop and carry out experiments and research
demonstration projects to determine the efficacy of: (a) alternative ways of rehabilitating beneficiaries and encouraging their return to work; and (b) modifying conditions applicable to such beneficiaries including: (i) early referral for rehabilitation services; and (ii) greater use of employers and others in the rehabilitation and placement process.
Related Programs

Examples of Funded Projects

(1) Poverty Among Older Women: A Cross National Perspective; (2) Disability Research Institute: Partnership in a New Paradigm; (3) Putting the Pieces Together for Employment; (4) Opening Doors to the Future for Adolescents with Special Healthcare Needs; (5) Making Work Pay: Reducing Medicaid and Social Security Barriers to Employment; (6) Work Incentive, Counseling and Assistance Program for SSI Recipients; and (7) Individual Planning for Self Sufficiency.

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Agency - Social Security Administration

The Social Security Administration advances the economic security of the nation's people through compassionate and vigilant leadership in shaping and managing America's Social Security programs.

Website Address

http://www.socialsecurity.gov




Program Accomplishments

In fiscal year 2005, there were 52 awards totaling $17,079,060 all for continuation of existing projects. There were no new awards. In FY 2006, SSA anticipates funding one new award for $7.7 million and 52 continuation awards totaling $15.0 million.

Uses and Use Restrictions

Grants are awarded for innovative research and demonstrations which add to existing knowledge and improve methods and techniques for the management, administration, and effectiveness of Social Security Administration (SSA) programs.

Grant funds may not be used for construction or major renovation of buildings.

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