Build a Career
That Works With
Your Health
Whether you're looking for a flexible remote career or want to start your own business, Bridging Illness to Income provides personalized guidance and financial support to help you build long-term financial stability.
Choose Your Path
We offer two programs designed to create financial stability and opportunities that fit your life.
Remote Career Program
We work one-on-one to help eligible applicants prepare for and secure remote employment. Selected participants may also receive funding for a home office setup, equipment, and other tools needed to work successfully from home.
Learn More →Small Business Program
Receive guidance, education, and financial support to launch a small business that works around your health. Funding may include startup costs such as your LLC, website, software, domain, branding, and more.
Learn More →One Application. Two Opportunities.
Complete one simple application and select the program you're most interested in. If you're unsure which path is the best fit, our team will review your application and help determine the option that best supports your goals.
Apply NowRemote Career Program
Finding a job that works with your health can be challenging. Traditional workplaces often lack the flexibility needed to manage medical appointments, fluctuating symptoms, and periods of recovery.
Our Remote Career Program is designed to help eligible individuals transition into meaningful remote employment by providing personalized guidance, career preparation, and financial support for the tools needed to succeed from home.
Small Business Program
Not everyone dreams of working for someone else—and that's okay. If you've always wanted to start your own business but the upfront costs or uncertainty have held you back, our Small Business Program was created for you.
We provide personalized guidance, practical education, and financial support to help eligible participants launch businesses that fit their health, lifestyle, and long-term goals. Whether you're selling products, offering services, or building an online business, we'll help you take the next step.
Traditional Job
Many traditional workplaces lack the flexibility needed to manage medical appointments, fluctuating symptoms, and periods of recovery.
Health Challenges
Living with a chronic illness can create physical limitations, unpredictable flare-ups, and the need for ongoing treatment and care.
BITI Support
We provide personalized guidance, resources, and financial support to help eligible individuals explore new opportunities and build a plan that works for them.
Remote Career
With the right tools and support, individuals can transition into meaningful remote employment that offers flexibility, stability, and the ability to work from home.
Financial Stability
A remote career creates the opportunity for consistent income, greater independence, and long-term financial stability—without sacrificing health and well-being.
Not everyone dreams of working for someone else.
If you've always wanted to start your own business but the upfront costs or uncertainty have held you back, our Small Business Program was created for you.
Business Planning
Work one-on-one with our team to refine your idea, validate your business concept, and create a realistic launch plan.
Startup Funding
Selected participants may receive assistance with startup expenses such as LLC registration, website design, domain names, software, branding, inventory, and other essential business costs.
Personalized Support
Receive one-on-one guidance throughout the launch process so you're never building your business alone.
Build Around Your Health
Create a flexible business that allows you to work on your own schedule while building long-term financial stability.
Application Requirements
Our pilot programs are currently available to individuals living in East Tennessee. To be eligible, applicants should meet the following qualifications:
1. East Tennessee Resident
Applicants must currently reside in East Tennessee.
2. Living with a Chronic Illness
Applicants should be living with a chronic illness or long-term health condition that impacts their daily life or ability to work.
3. Experiencing Financial Barriers
Applicants should be experiencing financial or employment barriers related to their chronic illness and seeking support to build long-term financial stability.
How Participants Are Selected
Because funding and program capacity are limited, applications are reviewed based on eligibility, financial need, and overall fit for the program. Meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.
FAQ
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Receiving Social Security Disability benefits does not disqualify you from applying.
Participants are responsible for understanding how employment or business income may affect any public benefits they receive. Bridging Illness to Income does not provide legal, tax, or benefits advice. -
Yes. Individuals who already own a small business are welcome to apply if they are experiencing financial barriers related to their chronic illness and believe the program could help them build greater financial stability.
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No. Financial assistance is not guaranteed. Support is provided based on each participant’s individual needs, available funding, and the goals of the program.