Self-Employment for People with Disabilities

Article Publication Date:

12/13/2013

Summary:

Self-employment has long been an option for individuals seeking a new or better career. And today, many individuals with disabilities are turning to the flexibility self-employment offers in assisting them to meet both professional and financial goals. This report is intended to help policy makers, workforce development professionals and people with disabilities view self-employment as a viable source of income for people with disabilities. Review the final report of the START-UP initiative.

Topics:

Employment Programs

Types/Tools:

Promising practices

Populations:

Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities; Physical Disabilities

Sources:

Department of Labor-Office of Employment Policy

Programs/Initiatives:

Ticket to Work

States:

Alaska; Florida; New York