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Mental Health Update

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March 18, 2026
Mental Health Update

‘Benefits 101’ training geared toward providers, individuals, and family members


The New York Employment Services System Unit at the OMH Central Office is conducting a ‘Benefits 101’ training session geared toward providers, individuals, and family members that covers the basics of SSI, SSDI, and the essential work incentives that can help make the transition to work easier for individuals receiving public benefits. Also included in this session will be ways that individuals can keep their essential medical benefits while working and earning a substantial amount of money. State, regional, and local resources will also be shared.

Please see the attached flyer for a list of specific topics covered in this training session. We are also including a list of dates this training is being offered through the second quarter of this year. To register, please click on the associated registration links below, and you will be sent a direct meeting link via email. The NYESS team is also available for additional training dates, if you are unable to attend a training on any of the below dates.

  • Register here for March 25, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Register here for April 9, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Register here for April 15, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon
  • Register here for May 6, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Register here for May 12, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Register here for June 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon
  • Register here for June 23, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m.