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Announcements

Jay Nolan Proudly Sponsors Austin Riley of Racing With Autism

[Los Angeles, CA – February 20, 2026] Jay Nolan Community Services is proud to announce its sponsorship of professional race car driver Austin Riley, the trailblazing athlete behind Racing With Autism. Recognized as the first professional race car driver with autism, Austin will join as a special guest at Jay Nolan’s annual Autism Acceptance Picnic on April 18th, 2026 at

Success Stories

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Success Stories

Martin’s Success Story

The Northridge community would not be the same without Martin “The Boss” Gottenbos  Known by his close friends as “The Boss,” Martin has been with JNCS for over 26 years. Years ago, Martin moved to an apartment in Northridge with the help of his Supported Living staff- or in his

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Success Stories

Creativity At Its Best

Sonique lets her creative energy flow. Her house is an expression of her passion for art: as soon as you walk up, you can see her colorful mosaics in the yard and her paintings hanging on the walls. Sonique’s art style is as vibrant and full of life as her

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Success Stories

Gabe’s Success Story

The moment I first laid eyes on Gabe, I knew he was going to change my life. Little did I know that a few years later he would become a very important part of my family, and my life. I met Gabe when he was four years old; he was

Resources

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Resources

2023 Sensory-Friendly Events in Los Angeles

We’ve put together a handy list highlighting upcoming sensory-friendly events in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. This list includes events that are accessible and inclusive to people on the autism spectrum and individuals with other developmental and/or intellectual disabilities who have sensory needs. This list gets updated every quarter to

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News & Articles

How to Start a Rewarding Career as a Direct Support Professional

Are you searching for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? Becoming a Direct Support Professional (DSP) might be the perfect opportunity for you. Direct Support Professional jobs are in high demand across the country, offering flexible schedules, competitive pay, and the chance to