How Person Centered Planning Works

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Among the numerous services that Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS) provides, Person-Centered Planning is one of the most vital. As an organization that works with people, we believe it should […]

How to Support Autism Services This GivingTuesday

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Make your calendar! November 30, 2021 is #GivingTuesday! This global day of giving is an excellent opportunity to support the causes you care about most. What is GivingTuesday? GivingTuesday is […]

APSE and the Value of Employment First

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Jay Nolan Community Services is proud to be a member of the Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE). APSE is an incredible movement entirely about advocating for the employment […]

The Benefits of Customized Employment

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Every October, we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) by encouraging conversation about the issues around employment for disabled workers. This year’s theme focuses on ‘Inclusion.’ For too long […]

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2021

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America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate […]

2021 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week

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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition week (September 12-18, 2021) celebrates and honors DSPs across the nation. DSPs are the heart and soul of our mission to help people with disabilities […]

The 5 Principles of Supported Living Explained

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Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS) offers a wide variety of services and resources that are customizable for each individual. One of these services is Supported Living Services. But what is Supported […]

What is the Self-Determination Program?

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For anyone who receives Regional Center services and is looking for a support service entirely dedicated to your freedom, control, and responsibility, Jay Nolan Community Services wants to introduce you to […]

In Loving Memory of Ann Laferty Snowhook

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear friend Ann. Ms. Snowhook is a retired mathematician and was a researcher at UCLA-NPI for 15 years. […]