Impairment-Related Work Expenses (IRWE) are costs for items or services that you need in order to work because of your disability. The expense must not be reimbursed, must be related to your disability(ies) and needed in order for you to work.
Possible Items That Are Eligible For IRWEs:
- Medicine
- Medical supplies
- Medical devices
- Service animals
- Disposable items such as bandages and syringes
- Doctors visits
- Caretaking services preparing you for work or while you working
- Commuter Costs
- Modifications to your home or car to allow you to work
Why Use An IRWE:
IRWEs can help you stay under income limits that could jepordize your montary benefits by deducting the costs of an IRWE from your countable income. Lean More
How LandAjob Services Can Help:
- Determine if an IRWE is recommended
- Help identify possible IRWEs
- Assistance completing and submitting required forms