APSE and the Value of Employment First

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Jay Nolan Community Services is proud to be a member of the Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE). APSE is an incredible movement entirely about advocating for the employment of individuals with disabilities, as they say: “Real jobs for real pay for all people with disabilities.” What is Employment First? Often times, employment isn’t […]

October 2021 Update from CEO Edward Amey

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Happy Harvest Season! The trees in my yard are dropping so many leaves, there are days I can’t even see the grass! The mornings are becoming cooler, and the colors of fall are all around us. We are deep into 2021 and the holidays will soon be upon us. This year just seems to be […]

In Loving Memory of Martin “The Boss” Gottenbos

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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear friend Martin “The Boss” Gottenbos (August 1968-October 2021). Martin has joined his beloved Father Donald, and Mother Joan.⠀ ~Martin G. “AKA Da Boss” “An Angel has earn his Wings and Flew home to Paradise on October 8th 2021 at 12:05PM” (RIP) […]

The Benefits of Customized Employment

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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 recognize the beauty and benefit […]

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2021

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America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. This year’s theme, “America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion,” reflects the importance of ensuring that people […]