Work Without Limits

10/20/2025

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month ( 2025), and this year’s theme is “Celebrating Value and Talent.”
Employers: Show your commitment to disability inclusion by sponsoring the annual Virtual Career Fair for Individuals with Disabilities!
(Sponsorship includes the opportunity to recruit top talent.)
👉 Learn more: https://workwithoutlimits.org/career-fair-for-individuals-with-disabilities/


Work Without Limits is an initiative of ForHealth Consulting at UMass Chan Medical School.

10/10/2025

October 15 is right around the corner, which means Medicare Open Enrollment is almost here! This is your chance to review and compare health and drug plans for the year ahead.

starts Oct. 15! Now’s a great time to think about your coverage options. Here are some things to consider if you’re trying to decide between Original Medicare and a Medicare Advantage Plan for your health coverage: https://go.medicare.gov/4mUSPY6

10/09/2025

🎉 Today at the Massachusetts APSE Annual Employment Matters! Conference, we're proud to have two incredible experts from Work Without Limits sharing their knowledge with over 150 professionals and advocates passionate about inclusive employment!
🔹 Brian Forsythe, CPWIC, Senior Work Incentives Counselor, is presenting "Dispelling Myths: SSI, SSDI and Work" — helping attendees navigate the facts around benefits and employment.
🔹 Kathy Petkauskos, Director of Work Without Limits, is presenting "Strength in Support" on behalf of the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities — highlighting tools, resources and a call to action for disability employment.
👏 Thank you to for bringing together such a dedicated community working toward employment equity for all!

10/06/2025

We’re pleased to share that Work Without Limits has recently undergone a thoughtful brand refresh. As an initiative of ForHealth Consulting at UMass Chan Medical School, this update reflects alignment with our broader ForHealth Consulting and UMass Chan identities — enhancing clarity, consistency, and impact across all communications.

While our logo and color palette has changed, our mission remains unchanged: to increase the employment of people with disabilities until it is equal to that of people without disabilities.

We’re grateful for your continued support and partnership. If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

10/01/2025

The theme for October's National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2025 is “Celebrating Value and Talent.” Each October, we celebrate NDEAM to recognize the many contributions of people with disabilities, including those with mental health conditions and other nonobvious disabilities, to America’s workplaces and economy.

Employers, what better way to celebrate NDEAM than by sponsoring the annual virtual Career Fair for Individuals with Disabilities! (Sponsorship includes recruiting.)

Learn more: https://workwithoutlimits.org/career-fair-for-individuals-with-disabilities/

09/24/2025

Increase your brand recognition as a disability-inclusive organization - Sponsor the 2026 Virtual Career Fair for Individuals with Disabilities! (Sponsorship includes recruiting.)

The Work Without Limits Virtual Career Fair connects qualified job candidates with disabilities to disability inclusive employers.
Save the Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

See Sponsorship Opportunities: https://workwithoutlimits.org/career-fair-for-individuals-with-disabilities/be-a-sponsor/
Visit the Career Fair webpage for more information: https://workwithoutlimits.org/career-fair-for-individuals-with-disabilities/

09/17/2025

Planning for the February 25, 2026 virtual Career Fair for Individuals with Disabilities is underway! This impactful event would not be possible without the support of generous, disability-inclusive organizations like Cambridge Savings Bank! Thank you for returning as a Supporting Sponsor!

To learn more about the Career Fair and become a sponsor: https://workwithoutlimits.org/career-fair-for-individuals-with-disabilities/be-a-sponsor/



Work Without Limits is an initiative of ForHealth Consulting at UMass Chan Medical School.

09/16/2025

Work Without Limits Senior Work Incentives Counselor, Brian Forsythe, is presenting "Dispelling Myths: SSI, SSDI and Work" today at the 2025 Independent Living Conference in Marlborough, MA. Brian is also on hand to answer any questions on our benefits counseling services.

09/15/2025

This Wednesday - Learn how to make your digital content accessible. Register: https://ourability.wistia.com/live/events/05edjz4lgx

Join us on September 17 at 11 AM for one of our online seminars! If you create, manage, or share digital content, this training is for you. Find more information on our website.

09/02/2025

Planning for the February 25, 2026 virtual Career Fair for Individuals with Disabilities is underway! This impactful event would not be possible without the support of generous, disability-inclusive organizations.

Thank you to MassMutual for returning as the Accessibility Sponsor! MassMutual's sponsorship ensures the event is accessible to people with all types of disabilities through the provision of American Sign Language interpreters, live captioners, an accessible event platform, and accessible marketing and educational materials.


To learn more about the Career Fair/become a sponsor: https://workwithoutlimits.org/career-fair-for-individuals-with-disabilities/
Work Without Limits is an initiative of ForHealth Consulting at UMass Chan Medical School.

08/13/2025

Laura's employment journey began when she connected with MassAbility. With their support and support from MassHire, UCP of Western Massachusetts and Work Without Limits benefits counseling team, Laura successfully transitioned into a software engineer apprenticeship program.
Read Laura's Story: https://workwithoutlimits.org/success-stories/laura/

Work Without Limits is an initiative of ForHealth Consulting at UMass Chan Medical School