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Welcome and Introduction - Massachusetts Benefit Information System (MABIS)

 

Image of the Massachusetts State Flag. The flag depicts the Massachusetts coat of arms on a white field, on one side only. The obverse side of the flag is blank. The coat of arms of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts consists of a blue shield with an Indian on it. The Indian is dressed in a shirt, leggings and moccasins. He holds a gold bow in one hand and a gold arrow in the other hand. The point of the arrow is pointed down. In the upper right hand corner of the shield is a silver five-pointed star. Above the shield on a gold wreath is a right arm, bent at the elbow and grasping a gold broadsword. The motto of the Commonwealth is printed in gold on the blue ribbon partially surrounding the blue shield. The shield of blue represents the Blue Hills of Canton and Milton, Massachusetts. The Indian depicted on the shield, Massachuset, is shown carrying the arrow with its tip pointed downward to indicate a friendly demeanor and sign of peace. The silver star of the coat of arms is designated as white (instead of silver) for the flag and represents Massachusetts as one of the thirteen original colonies of the United States. The motto of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 'Ense petit placidam sub libertate quietem,' is printed in gold on a blue ribbon. It can be translated as 'By the sword we seek peace, but peace only under liberty.' This motto is supported by the ruffle sleeved arm grasping a sword that is depicted above the shield, representing the first part of the motto. The flag was adopted in 1915, and ammended in 1971.

 

Welcome to the Massachusetts Benefit Information System (MABIS). MABIS contains a wealth of Massachusetts-specific information about public benefits available to Massachusetts residents who have disabilities. MABIS is integrated into the main WorkWORLD Help/Info System so that the information MABIS contains can be accessed by using the WorkWORLD Help/Information System's Table of Contents, Index, and "Find" features.

If you are using this Help/Information System on the Internet, click the "Show Navigation" link at the upper left corner of this screen to reveal the similar Contents, Index, and Search features. Also see Using the Help/Information System On The Web for additional features and operational information.

This version of WorkWORLD with MABIS:

·          Calculates the effect on MassHealth benefits of changes in income and the use of various work incentives; and

·          Calculates the Massachusetts State Supplement to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) based on information about the SSI recipient's living situation. (Users in most States must look up the maximum State Supplement amount for their living situation.)

Future versions of WorkWORLD with MABIS are planned to include additional information and calculation capabilities.

WorkWORLD with MABIS is designed to help beneficiaries, consumers, family members, advocates and professionals gain an understanding of how work incentives and work opportunities can impact a beneficiary's federal and state public benefits in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Benefit Plans generated by WorkWORLD with MABIS provide information for comprehensive written plans to assist beneficiaries in their efforts to consider employment opportunities in their respective communities throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Additional Information

Click on the benefits listed below to find out how they work and how you can use them to be more self-supporting:

Massachusetts Transportation Resource Benefits Wizard

Massachusetts Medical Assistance (MassHealth and MassCommonHealth)

Massachusetts Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC)

Massachusetts Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled, and Children (EAEDC)

Massachusetts Child Care

Massachusetts Energy Assistance

Massachusetts Food Stamps

Massachusetts Housing Supports

Massachusetts Unemployment Insurance

Massachusetts Veterans Services

Massachusetts Workers' Compensation

Supplementary Security Income State Supplemental Rates

Supplementary Security Income State Thresholds for 1619(B)

Disclaimer

WorkWORLD with MABIS was developed to increase public access to public benefits planning information available to consumers to assist them in efforts in understanding the impact work will have on their public benefits. While this software program is constantly updated and revised in an effort to provide timely and accurate information, neither MRC nor ESI warrants the accuracy of the content, recommendations, plans generated by this software product.

It is advisable that all parties that use this product as part of a benefits planning process consult with your respective local, state, and federal public benefits authorities prior to making any decisions about working or the effect work may have on a beneficiary's public benefits. We will make every attempt to correct errors as they are brought to our attention.

WorkWORLD with MABIS contains information originating from other organizations, both public and private. The software also contains hyperlinks to documents and resources from such public and private organizations. While every attempt is made to ensure that all information is accurately referenced, we do not guarantee the accuracy, timeliness or quality of the content of these outside sources. The inclusion of hyperlinks does not indicate endorsement or certification of the information, products or services offered by the outside sources.

NOTE: Many of the topics in MABIS contain references to the Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR). The regulations are available in PDF format at http://www.lawlib.state.ma.us/cmr.html. The citations to CMR can be accessed through this link if you are connected to the Internet. (You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in order to view them.)

Acknowledgements

Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission logoThe Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) provided the financial and research support to customize the WorkWORLD benefits planning software to include the Massachusetts Benefits Information System (MABIS). This Project is a cooperative effort by a number of professionals at the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission including:

·          Elmer C. Bartels, Commissioner

·          Claire T. Ghiloni, Deputy Commissioner, Administration and Finance

·          James Fratolillo, Director, Statewide Employment Services Department

·          William S. Noone, Coordinator, Research and Development

·          Charlene Coombs, Research Analyst

·          Roger Thomas, Transportation Coordinator

·          Glen Schultz, Program Coordinator

·          Joe Reale, Project Director, Project IMPACT

·          Matt Olds, Benefits Specialist, Project IMPACT

·          Marit Young, Benefits Specialist, Project IMPACT

·          Linda Muse, Benefits Specialist, Project IMPACT

·          Kim Thacker, Benefits Specialist, Project IMPACT

NOTE: The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission Internet home page is located at:
http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eohhs2agencylanding&L=4&L0=Home&L1=Government&L2=Departments+and+Divisions&L3=Massachusetts+Rehabilitation+Commission&sid=Eeohhs2

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Integrated, synchronized, closed-captioned multi-media demonstrations of WorkWORLD are now available on the WorkWORLD website. Tutorial modules explain WorkWORLD's features and show many aspects of its operation, while presentation modules discuss the software's use in the broader context of benefits planning and service delivery for individuals. See and hear all the modules on the Tutorials and Presentations page at:
http://www.workworld.org/media/menu.htm

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