NORC explores the experiences of people with disabilities and their families, informing and evaluating the policies and programs that affect their lives.
We deliver comprehensive research and evaluation services that inform evidence-based policies and programs supporting the 53 million Americans living with disabilities. Our work spans the full spectrum of disability experiences, from early childhood through aging, addressing critical gaps in education, health care access, employment, and community-based services.
We have investigated:
- Labor & Workforce: How people with disabilities navigate the labor market, including the effectiveness of employer accommodations, workforce development programs, and policies that support career progression
- Long-Term Care & Independent Living: How Medicaid and Medicare policies impact access to long-term care, home- and community-based services, and assistive technologies that enable independent living
- Education & Training: The effectiveness of education and training initiatives tailored to the needs of people with disabilities
- Access to Care & Health System Barriers: Factors such as access to preventive care, health care provider attitudes, and systemic barriers within the health care system
Our evidence-based insights have informed policies and programs that improve accessibility; promote economic, educational and social success; and enhance overall well-being for people with disabilities.
If your organization is working on these issues, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s start a conversation.
Our Disability Experts
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Robbie Dembo
Senior Research ScientistHealth Care Evaluation -
David Rein
Senior FellowPublic Health -
Kari Carris
Vice PresidentHealth Care Programs -
Elise Comperchio
Senior Research ScientistHealth Sciences -
Andrea Mayfield
Senior Research DirectorHealth Sciences -
Debbie Kim
Senior Research ScientistEducation & Child Development
