Job One would like to introduce Community-Based Day Services! The goals of Community-Based Day Services are independence and community inclusion. Unlike the traditional Day programs, Community-Based Day Services (CBDS) are based in the person’s own community rather than a facility. The time, duration and frequency of services will also be … read more
Are you interested in social justice and the power of language? Job One has been invited to participate in the virtual film screening of “The R-Word” on March 25 at 3-4:45pm. The hour-long film will be followed immediately by a panel composed of self-advocates and family members. Movie Trailer Zoom … read more
Length of relationship: We just celebrated our 20th Wedding Anniversary this past December! How they met: Frank & Deborah worked at IBS Industries before the merger with Foundation Workshop to create Job One. They met there and have been working side-by-side since. First date:Deborah: Not sure. That was a long … read more
BRRRR! With temperatures in the single digits or lower, it is important to practice cold weather safety. STEP ONE: Review the Cold Stress TrainingSTEP TWO: Review General Safety Tips & How to Dress General Safety Tips Stay indoors during the worst part of the extreme cold Keep a winter survival … read more
Length of relationship: It will be 15 years on April 27th – we moved in together 7 years ago. How they met: At Job One. We were co-workers, then friends. To console Jonathan as he was dealing with a bad break-up, Natalie informed him “If I were with you, I … read more
True or False: Relationships with people with disabilities are one-sided. FALSE. Individuals experiencing disabilities, can also experience love. These individuals are capable of love, being loved, and having meaningful relationships. True or False: People with disabilities are less deserving of a long-term relationship. FALSE. Who doesn’t desire and deserve to … read more
Most people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can manage their own affairs with assistance and guidance from others, such as family and friends. If guardianship is necessary, it should be tailored to the person’s needs. Strict monitoring must be in place to protect the best interests and preferences of each person (AAIDD,2016).
Life gives us so many opportunities to make choices. Some choices are easy; Some decisions can be complicated. Making decisions can sometimes be difficult because the choices we make will affect our lives or the lives of others. Each decision or choice will have positive or negative consequences. Remember, the best choice can be different for each person. … read more
The challenging year of 2020 ended on a positive note – coronavirus vaccines are being administered across the United States. But as the country embraces winter, it is important to remember that many continue to struggle. It is OK for things not to feel OK. The holidays are not just … read more
The following information as well as additional resources can be found at: Accommodations | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov) What is a Job Accommodation? Under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a reasonable accommodation is a modification or adjustment to a job, the work environment, or the way things … read more