The Importance of Accessibility – Val’s Success Story

No matter what a person’s age or stage in life is, moving into a new apartment is an accomplishment worthy of celebration. For Valerie, it’s not just a place to live, it’s a home that is accessible to her and customized to fit her needs. Navigating From the 3rd Floor Every single day Val climbed […]

Benjamin and Fasika

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Benjamin and Fasika have been roommates for 25 years through Jay Nolan’s Supported Living services. Over the decades, Benji has become like an uncle in Fasika’s family, watching his children grow up. Their relationship is one of mutual understanding and respect. Their shared trust means Fasika can help guide Benji when he is frustrated and […]

Anne Marie and Charlotte

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Anne Marie and Charlotte are a great example of what Jay Nolan Community Services does so well. For over 30 years, they have been roommates through our Supported Living program and thrived together. Anne Marie got the independence with guidance she wanted in a living situation but also gained so much more. She encouraged Charlotte […]

Chris and Tanisha

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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 where he needed a bit […]

Bobby’s Success Story

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At age 59, Bobby moved to a new apartment in San Pedro, CA and it feels like a new chapter in his life has begun. His new home is right next to the ocean and is also closer to where his mom lives: a perk that helped strengthened their relationship. With the encouragement of his […]

Dan’s Success Story

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For over 25 years, Dan has been living his best life in a home of his own with support through JNCS Supported Living services. He works at a job he loves, likes to go to museums, and is a valued member of his church congregation. A musician at heart, Dan has a passion for music […]

Ernie’s Success Story

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Ernie was a shy young man when he started receiving services from JNCS. With the support of his helpful staff and his loving family, Ernie started a small egg business. He now takes care of over 60 chickens and has a license to sell their eggs to the local Ridgecrest community. But Ernie’s journey did […]

Joel’s Success Story

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Since starting JNCS services, Joel become much livelier and happier. During the lockdown, when he didn’t have the opportunity to talk with someone or interact with others, he often became frustrated, angry, or just sad. Independent Living Services (ILS) at Jay Nolan has given Joel back his self-confidence. Companionship and reassurance from his support staff […]

Destination: Famous! Grace’s Journey Towards Making Her Brand

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Nearly two years ago, Grace Hawker wrote, filmed, edited, and uploaded to YouTube her first ever video reviewing a popular movie. Her review of the original 1996 movie, Space Jam, was a big hit with the YouTube community. Grace has always loved movies and after seeing examples of others posting reviews, she was inspired to […]

Griffin’s Journey as a CNC Machine Operator

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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 Academy (UAA). Griffin’s immediate responsibilities when starting at CWC were overseeing parts on a few CNC EDM machines, which entails loading a mechanical part on […]