Giving Thanks and Celebrating Together

On November 9, 2024, Jay Nolan Community Services had the pleasure of hosting a memorable Donor Appreciation Event at the picturesque Malibu Wines & Beer Garden. This special afternoon was […]

National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2024

Poster for NDEAM 2024 including a black two lane road n a white background leading to a series of images of individuals with disabilities working jobs. Text reads "Access to Good Jobs For All".

Every October, Jay Nolan celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to recognize the contributions of workers with disabilities and promote inclusive employment practices. The theme of NDEAM […]

Soft Skills Employment Training Program Graduation

Four young adults (two male and two female) hold up their graduation certificates from the JNCS Soft Skills Employment Preparation Training Program.

LOS ANGELES, CA: Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS) proudly announces the successful graduation of the second cohort of its Soft Skills Employment Preparation Training Program. This innovative initiative was aimed at […]

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 […]

Interview with JNCS Board Member Jason Freeman

Portrait of JNCS Board Member Jason Freeman. He is a Caucasian middle-aged man wearing glasses and a purple checkered shirt.

This month, Jay Nolan Community Services welcomes our newest Board Member: Jason Freeman. We sat down with Jason for a quick interview about his decision to join the JNCS Board […]

Self-Advocacy: What It Means and Why It Matters

A self-advocate makes a statement during a town hall meeting

Who can be a self-advocate? To answer this question, it is important to first define what self-advocacy means. The textbook definition is:  “speaking up for oneself and one’s interests.” But […]