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Luz Chavez Promoted to Chief Program Officer

We’re excited to announce the promotion of Luz Chavez to Chief Program Officer (CPO). Luz has served as our Northern California Regional Director, where she has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to advancing our mission. “Luz’s ability to combine strategic thinking with a genuine passion for people has transformed how we deliver programs. Her leadership

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Business Owner. Artist. Creator.

Hunter runs his own art business called Hunter Larkin Art. The artist gained a lot of experience while working for a print shop. So, when he acquired a printing press, he knew it was time to start a shop of his own. With help through customized employment services at Jay Nolan,

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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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Celebrating Together: Glo And Serenity

During the holiday season, there is nothing more important than friends, family, and loved ones. The staff at Jay Nolan feel the exact same way. It’s the time of spreading cheer and joy to everyone around us. For many in the workforce, a job is simply that; a job. But

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2023 Sensory-Friendly Events in Los Angeles

We’ve put together a handy list highlighting upcoming sensory-friendly events in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. This list includes events that are accessible and inclusive to people on the autism spectrum and individuals with other developmental and/or intellectual disabilities who have sensory needs. This list gets updated every quarter to

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The Benefits of Customized Employment

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 individuals with disabilities were kept out of the workforce. Every day, we acknowledge the prevailing uphill battle for inclusion and