How much does the Helpline cost?
The Helpline’s cost per client has been broken down by client type. In FY 99-00, the Helpline’s cost per Information Only Client was $17.95 per person, and the cost per Counseling Client was $312.71 per person. To put these costs into perspective, they can be compared to the thousands of dollars it costs to treat someone with lung cancer or emphysema. The current overall budget for the Helpline and related Internet Services is approximately $1.3 million annually.
