Creativity At Its Best

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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 own personality. As her staff […]

Business Owner. Artist. Creator.

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Hunter runs his own art business called Hunter Larkin Art. The artist gained a lot of experience while working for a print shop. So, when he acquired a printing press, he knew it was time to start a shop of his own. With help through customized employment services at Jay Nolan, he began the business selling […]

Finding Independence

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Empowered by her Jay Nolan supports, Juanita has created an independent life where she can do the things that she likes, without constant supervision or anyone telling her what to do. Her mother cannot be more pleased. Juanita lives in a home of her own and is surrounded by a community that knows and cares […]

December 2021 Update from CEO Edward Amey

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Season’s greetings! We hope you are staying dry during this rainy December! As we near the end of the year, I want to reflect on all that we have accomplished together and to share with you our vision for the the future. Jay Nolan Community Services started 46 years ago with a promise – to […]

A Home of Her Own

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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 with her staff, who she […]

Celebrating Together: Glo And Serenity

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During the holiday season, there is nothing more important than friends, family, and loved ones. The staff at Jay Nolan feel the exact same way. It’s the time of spreading cheer and joy to everyone around us. For many in the workforce, a job is simply that; a job. But for the hardworking direct support […]

Finding the Right Match

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Gerardo, a supervisor at Jay Nolan Community Services, emphasizes the importance of finding the right person to provide support. He loves his job because the agency truly believes in people, prioritizing their feelings, wants, and desires. Gerardo discusses how Jay Nolan takes the time to carefully hire, train, and match staff to ensure everyone receives […]

Committed to Caring

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A board member at Jay Nolan Community Services shares her heartfelt connection with the organization, which started back in the 80s when her sister was a client. In this video, she explains how it’s super important to support Jay Nolan now and in the future because everyone in our community deserves care and attention. We […]

Sabine’s Success Story

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There are no set schedules and no constricting routines in Sabine’s life’s plan. The support she receives from her Jay Nolan staff is tailored to her needs and desires. Her life is her own, and with the help of her circle of support, she is ready to take on the world.

The Promise Kept

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Jay Nolan Community Services started forty-six years ago with a promise. That promise was to be here, side-by-side, with the people we support in their pursuit of happiness, no matter what. What is the pursuit of happiness? Perhaps it is an extraordinarily ordinary life, lived well. A life well lived represents a life that was […]