Making Work Supports Work: A Picture of Low-Wage Workers in America

From the National Center for Children in Poverty, this report analyzes the effectiveness of America's work supports, such as earned income tax credits, public health insurance, child care assistance, and food stamps. For families, work supports can close the gap between low earnings and basic expenses, as working more does not always pay as families lose eligibility for critical supports.

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Record Type: 
Report
Publication Date: 
January, 2010
Date: 
January 2010
Source: 
Partner Resources
Topics/Subtopics: 
  • Asset Building
    • Earned Income Tax Credit
  • Supportive Services
    • Child Care
    • Post-employment Supports
    • SNAP/Food Assistance
URL: 
http://www.nccp.org/publications/pdf/text_914.pdf
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