nTIDE Month-to-Month Comparison of Labor Market Indicators for People with and without Disabilities.
“In December 2023, the employment-to-population ratio for individuals with disabilities dipped slightly, contrasting with the relatively substantial rise seen in the previous month,” according to John O’Neill, PhD, director of the Center for Employment and Disability Research at Kessler Foundation.
“Nevertheless, the employment of people with disabilities remains near all-time highs,” added Dr. O’Neill.
Similarly, the labor force participation rate for people with disabilities (ages 16-64) decreased from 41.5 percent in November 2023 to 40.8 percent in December 2023 (down 1.7 percent or 0.7 percentage points).
For people without disabilities (ages 16-64), the labor force participation rate decreased from 77.8 percent in November 2023 to 77.3 percent in December 2023 (down 0.6 percent or 0.5 percentage points).
The labor force participation rate reflects the percentage of people who are in the labor force (working, on temporary layoff (on furlough), or actively looking for work in the last four weeks) relative to the total population (the number of people in the labor force divided by the number of people in the total population multiplied by 100).
“Despite the December decline, the labor force participation of people with disabilities has held fairly steady – around 40 percent – throughout the last half of 2023,” said Andrew Houtenville, PhD, professor of economics and research director of the UNH-IOD.
Year-to-Year nTIDE Numbers (comparing December 2022 to December 2023) Compared to this time last year, the employment-to-population ratio for people with disabilities (ages 16-64) increased from 37 percent in December 2022 to 37.9 percent in December 2023 (up 2.4 percent or 0.9 percentage points).
For people without disabilities (ages 16-64), the employment-to-population ratio also increased from 74.4 percent in December 2022 to 74.6 percent in December 2023 (up 0.3 percent or 0.2 percentage points).
Likewise, the labor force participation rate for people with disabilities (ages 16-64) increased from 39 percent in December 2022 to 40.8 percent in December 2023 (up 4.6 percent or 1.8 percentage points).
For people without disabilities (ages 16-64), the labor force participation rate also increased from 76.9 percent in December 2022 to 77.3 percent in December 2023 (up 0.5 percent or 0.4 percentage points).
In December, among workers ages 16-64, the 6,413,000 workers with disabilities represented 4.3 percent of the total 149,715,000 workers in the U.S.
As you can see by the statistics it is not the unemployment rate only, it is the participation rate in the labor force. Only 40% of our Community are working compared to 77% of the general population. This is why we need education, advocacy, togetherness. We need to speak with one voice. Together We Can. Abled Workers Unite! #AWU #Disabilities #jobs
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nTIDE Month-to-Month Comparison of Labor Market Indicators for People with and without Disabilities.
“In December 2023, the employment-to-population ratio for individuals with disabilities dipped slightly, contrasting with the relatively substantial rise seen in the previous month,” according to John O’Neill, PhD, director of the Center for Employment and Disability Research at Kessler Foundation.
“Nevertheless, the employment of people with disabilities remains near all-time highs,” added Dr. O’Neill.
Similarly, the labor force participation rate for people with disabilities (ages 16-64) decreased from 41.5 percent in November 2023 to 40.8 percent in December 2023 (down 1.7 percent or 0.7 percentage points).
For people without disabilities (ages 16-64), the labor force participation rate decreased from 77.8 percent in November 2023 to 77.3 percent in December 2023 (down 0.6 percent or 0.5 percentage points).
The labor force participation rate reflects the percentage of people who are in the labor force (working, on temporary layoff (on furlough), or actively looking for work in the last four weeks) relative to the total population (the number of people in the labor force divided by the number of people in the total population multiplied by 100).
“Despite the December decline, the labor force participation of people with disabilities has held fairly steady – around 40 percent – throughout the last half of 2023,” said Andrew Houtenville, PhD, professor of economics and research director of the UNH-IOD.
Year-to-Year nTIDE Numbers (comparing December 2022 to December 2023) Compared to this time last year, the employment-to-population ratio for people with disabilities (ages 16-64) increased from 37 percent in December 2022 to 37.9 percent in December 2023 (up 2.4 percent or 0.9 percentage points).
For people without disabilities (ages 16-64), the employment-to-population ratio also increased from 74.4 percent in December 2022 to 74.6 percent in December 2023 (up 0.3 percent or 0.2 percentage points).
Likewise, the labor force participation rate for people with disabilities (ages 16-64) increased from 39 percent in December 2022 to 40.8 percent in December 2023 (up 4.6 percent or 1.8 percentage points).
For people without disabilities (ages 16-64), the labor force participation rate also increased from 76.9 percent in December 2022 to 77.3 percent in December 2023 (up 0.5 percent or 0.4 percentage points).
In December, among workers ages 16-64, the 6,413,000 workers with disabilities represented 4.3 percent of the total 149,715,000 workers in the U.S.
As you can see by the statistics it is not the unemployment rate only, it is the participation rate in the labor force. Only 40% of our Community are working compared to 77% of the general population. This is why we need education, advocacy, togetherness. We need to speak with one voice. Together We Can. Abled Workers Unite! #AWU #Disabilities #jobs
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I got hired at a Kroger Starbucks and today is my second day behind the counter. I've been a Starbucks Barista since 2018 and the three stores i worked at have had to work with me on finding compromises and solutions to be able to do my job. Talking to my school teachers about accomodations is difficult but sometimes I feel like I'm using an excuse for a moment or four of awkward or sub-par performance. But the learning disabilities I have a serious impact on how I can work my best, effectively and correctly- and so my coworkers don't get that irritated with me. How do I even start this conversation? And with who and like just I have so much anxiety over this and my prior positions/roles in the stores, and I don't want to make excuses but I look really stupid if I don't explain. Any ideas? #newjob #disabilities #talkingtoboss
I used to work for Kroger. I am a Type 1 diabetic that needs insulin or maybe food from 9am until 9pm. That's my life, & no ones fault. Like what Janice said, "don't be afraid to ask for help." Many employees will help. Others may have things going on in their own life. Others may just want to meet & understand your situation. They're happy to help. Have a good day tomorrow! Dean
I am looking for a partime job working with adults with disabilities. I retired after twenty years in this field and want to work again. Advice? #disabilities
I have a question I would like to ask the community and see how others answer it. And, I apologize for the long post. I wanted to share as much of my thought process as possible.
I suffered a TBI (anoxic) Dec, 2005. Today, I am actively looking for more meaningful employment and seem to run into the same situation that keeps me from landing better opportunities, if I immediately disclose I have a disability. (And now, not to mention bad timing, with 33 million people out of work)
Here’s my question; When do you disclose to a perspective employer that you have a disability? I have a TBI. That, unlike probably many of you, I can hide. But I have expressive aphasia. I am told my speech is fine when I’m not under stress. Writing can sometimes be harder. And, boy, have I learned the importance of proofing my writings. But, when stressed (ie a job interview), I have a hard time fluidly expressing my thoughts. Yet, I am a fairly confident public speaker.
But, speech issues, be they occasionally or always, lead people to believe anyone with aphasia is, i don’t even know what word to use. Discrimination against those with disabilities, older age, and ethic backgrounds, for example, are illegal. But, they are IMPOSSIBLE to prove, not that I would sue to work with a company with those ethical standards.
I’ve noticed many potential employers are asking for “a statement of disability” where certain disabilities are listed and you have to sign a statement to declare one; not necessarily your disability. To me, it’s a back door to ask that question.
That said, I go back to my original question. I’ve struggled with this for years, since I was a patient at the HCMC TBI program and then Courage Center from 2005 through 2010. This question keeps coming up whenever discussing barriers to employment for those who have disabilities. And, I have heard this very question posed again and again! Which, to me, means it is a prevalent issue.
Don’t get me wrong, I know I am a hard working, dedicated and reliable employee. I have been very successful in the past. But since my injury, opportunities to even try to be successful seem very difficult to find. Alright, enough of me talking.
I would love to hear how others address this issue and their personal experiences. I hope this is a question that can start a dialogue to help many people with disabilities, not just help me!
Happy Summer! And, I wish you all good health and be safe!
Excuse any typos......aphasia. 😋
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well honey, what you have wrote sounds like you are articulate, well aware of how you fell and smarter then you think. i do not know what your disability is it would have been helpful in giving you guidance. you mention learning disabilities and your school teachers. if you are dyslexic, memory problems , social anxiety disorders or mild autism. there are special schools that can provide a better learning experience. have you ever been evaluated gone through test to find out 1 what would be the best job for you. 2 what implements can be used to empower you and aid you to overcome your disability. now that being said, your state has what is called in my state( mass) rehab all states have them they train, evaluate and have job placement from employers who only want to hire special needs, check that out. good luck take care