Over five years of operation, the Montana Projects with Industry (PWI) program assisted 65 people with severe disabilities to obtain and maintain competitive community employment. In addition, the project supported four existing rehabilitation agencies to establish active Business Advisory Councils to assist them in increasing job placement activities. This article describes the accomplishments of the project over its five years of operation. In addition, strategies that contribute to positive employment outcomes are described. Finally, continuing challenges in enhancing and expanding supported employment services are addressed.
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