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Announcements

Celebrating Our Outstanding Award Winners

At Jay Nolan Community Services, we believe in recognizing those who go above and beyond to make a difference. This month, we are proud to celebrate the incredible Jay Nolan staff whose dedication, compassion, and leadership inspire us all. Key Results Awards: For one year only as a special celebration in honor of our 50th Anniversary, we gathered nominations from

Success Stories

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Success Stories

Chris and Tanisha

In 1994, Chris became roommates with Direct Support Professional Tanisha and her husband and their new baby. Over the years the family grew to include two more children and a dog, while Chris thrived. In a home of his own with his roommates, Chris could maintain independence but get support

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Success Stories

Jennifer’s Success Story

Being part of our Supported Living program means more than just going through the motions of a daily routine. For people like Jennifer Szedny, support from Jay Nolan staff means having the support to do the things she loves. Jennifer (who goes by “Jennie”) is a very active and busy

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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

Resources

Advocacy

2025 Self-Advocacy Conferences & Events

As we move into 2025, the landscape for self-advocacy and neurodiversity continues to expand with numerous conferences and events designed to empower individuals with disabilities and their families. These gatherings provide invaluable opportunities for learning, networking, and advocating for disability rights. Here are some of the key events to look

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News & Articles

How AI Transforms Soft Skills Training for Individuals with Disabilities

In every job field there are the technical tasks required to fulfill that specific job. These include what you are trained on and learn day one going forward. But what many do not realize is there are additional ‘invisible’ skills  that constitute a success in the workplace. These are called