At Jay Nolan Community Services, we believe in recognizing those who go above and beyond to make a difference. This month, we are proud to celebrate the incredible Jay Nolan staff whose dedication, compassion, and leadership inspire us all. Key Results Awards: For one year only as a special celebration in honor of our 50th Anniversary, we gathered nominations from
Vicki and her son, Michael, found their way to Jay Nolan Community Services through the help of their Regional Center. They were searching for a place where her son and his friend could become roommates, so the Regional Center recommended Jay Nolan above many other providers due to their person-centered
Benjamin and Fasika have been roommates for 25 years through Jay Nolan’s Supported Living services. Over the decades, Benji has become like an uncle in Fasika’s family, watching his children grow up. Their relationship is one of mutual understanding and respect. Their shared trust means Fasika can help guide Benji
When Anna moved into her condo, she instantly felt a sense of ownership of her space that she’s never felt before. Support services enabled her to live with a roommate who sees her role as a friend and companion, rather than a caretaker. Anna especially appreciates the autonomy she has
Every October, we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) by encouraging conversation about the issues around employment for disabled workers. This year’s theme focuses on ‘Inclusion.’ For too long individuals with disabilities were kept out of the workforce. Every day, we acknowledge the prevailing uphill battle for inclusion and
Los Angeles County is a huge metropolitan area with vast distances between the places you want to go. Public transportation can be daunting, especially for people with mobility challenges. In fact, four-fifths of wheelchair users in the US and Canada report that their local public transportation system is difficult to
