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BENEFITS AND COSTS OF SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT: AN ANALYSIS OF THE ILLINOIS SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT PROJECT |
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| Authors: | Ronald W. Conley Frank R. Rusch Wendy B. McCaughrin Jeffrey Tines |
| Abstract: | This investigation presents a cost-benefit analysis completed for one of 27 states implementing supported employment as a result of federal funding. Based upon the benefits and costs detailed, society realized a $0.75 return for every $1.00 invested in supported employment in Illinois. Supported employees realized a 37% increase in their earnings over a comparable period. The results of this study are discussed and recommendations are made for similar analyses across states. |
| Keywords: | cost-benefit analysis supported employment integration work severe disabilities |