October 2022 - Jay Nolan Community Services

Miles: Life After UAA

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One of the things we are super proud of this year is being a part of the Uniquely Abled Academy (UAA)! This April, 10 more students graduated into careers of their own as certified CNC Machinists. To see a glimpse of their future, we caught up with Miles, who accepted a position with a well-respected […]

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2022

Every October, Jay Nolan Community Services celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) which draws attention to disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. This year’s theme, “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation,” highlights the essential role that individuals with disabilities play as valued and contributing members […]

Interview with Jessica Morrow: Supporting Individuals in Their Employment Journey

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We sat down with Jessica Morrow, our Chief Program Officer and Director of Employment Services. Jessica provided insight into the services that assist individuals in finding the best employment opportunities for them. This month we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) which highlights all the contributions of American workers with disabilities. JNCS not only […]

Registration is Now Open for the Uniquely Abled Academy (UAA) Winter 2023 Cohort

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We are excited to announce that the 4th Cohort Uniquely Abled Academy (UAA) CNC Fast Track Program is starting in January 2023. A Partnership to Create Change The Uniquely Abled Academy (UAA) CNC Fast Track Program is a collaboration between Jay Nolan Community Services and College of the Canyons to create an innovative vocational program […]

A Bright Future for UAA Graduate Griffin

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In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic almost cut short Griffin’s pursuit of a meaningful career as a CNC machinist. Two years later, his tenacity, perseverance, and hard work has finally paid off. A Rough Start: March 17, 2020, Uniquely Abled Academy CNC* Fast Track training program at College of the Canyons was suspended for what was […]