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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

November 19, 2025 No Comments

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Edgar’s Success Story

Edgar started his first job at Corner Bakery as a dishwasher and sandwich maker with job coaching from JNCS staff 100% of the time. After a year and a half he only needed 20% coaching at work. However, he relied on staff to provide transportation to and from work. He

January 15, 2018 No Comments
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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

March 28, 2017 No Comments
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Joel’s Success Story

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

November 21, 2023 No Comments

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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

October 7, 2021 No Comments
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What Causes Autism?

What causes autism in individuals? It was really not that long ago that the answer to this question would have been “we don’t know.” For the first time, modern research is now delivering answers on autism. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is complex, and through much research we learned there is

June 14, 2019 No Comments