The Big Guide to Accessible Public Transportation in Los Angeles County

Left: woman in a wheelchair boarding a bus; Right: Freeway leading to the city of Los Angeles

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 use or get to. We’re […]

In Loving Memory of Ann Laferty Snowhook

Ann and another woman smiling in front of a cabin at the JNCS camp

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear friend Ann. Ms. Snowhook is a retired mathematician and was a researcher at UCLA-NPI for 15 years. An active community volunteer, Ms. Snowhook was a founding member of H.O.M.E. Other volunteer positions include the Willie Ross Foundation for the Deaf Developmentally Disabled, […]

Mobility is Within Reach

JNCS Receptionist Mariela smiling from her seat at the front desk of the JNCS main office.

As we celebrate numerous events, days, and people this month, we cannot forget to celebrate May as National Mobility Awareness Month. No one understands or recognizes this better than our very own Mariela Linares, JNCS Receptionist (and Manager of First Impressions!). Meet Mariela Mariela, who has a disability that impairs her mobility, knows better than […]

In Loving Memory of Eric Collins

Eric Collins (left) sits on a couch next to an individual supported by JNCS.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague, and JNCS family member Eric Collins. He was a light in this world, and now we need to continue shining his light by carrying it within us in our own lives. Eric has given 27 years of service, daily ensuring […]

Vaccination Making a Big Impact in the JNCS Community

a collage of three people receiving the COVID-19 vaccine

COVID-19 hit hard, and numerous businesses and organizations were impacted. Changes were made, especially at Jay Nolan Community Services, to better adapt to the situation at hand. It wasn’t easy, but our many incredible supported individuals and staff really stepped up to the challenge. JNCS persevered and came out a better and far stronger organization. […]