For every dollary they invest in an EAP, employers generally save anywhere from $5 to $16. The average annual cost for an EAP ranges from $12 to $20 per employee. Source: U.S. Department of Labor

General Motors Corporation's EAP saves the company $37 million per year-$3,700 for each of the 10,000 employees enrolled in the program.

United Airlines estimated that it gets a $16.95 return for every dollar invested in employee assistance. Source: Norton Information Resources Center

A small company (70 employees) reduced its workers' compensation and vehicular accident cost by $75,000 by establishing an EAP with an emphasis on safety awareness. Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (1992)

The City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power reported a savings of $350,000 over a five year period in reduced sickness absenteeism for employees with alcohol problems.