A Day in the Life of a DSP

Marisol and Ilene smiling toward the camera

What goes into being a Direct Support Professional (DSP)? In response to the question that so many ask; here is A Day in the Life of a DSP at Jay […]

Jay Nolan Camp Is Back!

A group of kids at the Jay Nolan Camp posing for a group photo.

A week of empowerment, teamwork, transformation, and fun! Jay Nolan Camp is back! This long-missed camp, which made its debut in 1980, is returning to Lions Camp at Teresita Pines […]

Griffin’s Journey as a CNC Machine Operator

Students at the Uniquely Abled Academy (UAA) getting a tour of a CNC machine workshop

Griffin Siroky, a 26-year-old, has been making significant progress at his workplace, Classic Wire Cut, since being hired as a CNC Machine Operator shortly after graduating from the Uniquely Abled […]

JNCS Welcomes Director Nita Davis

Portrait of Nita Davis, Director of Community Facilitator and ILS at Jay Nolan Community Services

Jay Nolan Community Services welcomes Nita Davis as our new Director of Community Facilitator and ILS. We sat down with Nita to get her perspective on her new role and […]

A Big Impact with the Right Support

Vicki and her son, Michael, found their way to Jay Nolan Community Services through the help of their Regional Center. They were searching for a place where her son and […]

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 […]

A Bright Future for UAA Graduate Griffin

Griffin giving a casual shaka sign next to one of the machines he works with.

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 […]