I love infographics, maybe because of the use of color, icons and interesting information presented in an often fun and visually pleasing way, that doesn’t take away from the point that is being presented. Here are a few that I found that fill the bill on all accounts.
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Direct support professionals (DSPs) are people who work directly with people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities with the aim of assisting the individual to become integrated into his /her community or the least restrictive environment. These people are responsible for providing direct support, positive direction, and assistance to individuals. They provide supports to people by…
Check out our new little animated commercial… [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5jtCj35-RU&w=560&h=315]
I came across this article and found it to be very illuminating. I’m lifting the entire article to read here but have linked it to the original site. Let me know what you think…. Why It Pays to Hire Workers with Developmental Disabilities by John Kregel Available formats: PDF FOCUS ON AUTISM AND OTHER DEVELOPMENTAL…
We first met Dylan Metzger when he came to us in need of finding out what he wanted to do for work. We conducted a Discovery inquiry and found that he could use his varied skills in a variety of job situations. We then began the job search. Dylan worked in the production area of…
Adam Wesley/The Gazette Maggie Kollmorgen fills a box with cupcakes in July 2015, at the Scratch Cupcakery in Coralville, Iowa. Kollmorgen, who has Down syndrome, works two-hour shifts at the shop, which accommodated her disability during her training. Most accommodations for people with disabilities cost employers little or nothing. Small accommodations can go a…
Meet Rayanna. Rayanna is the definition of a ‘people person.’ Everywhere she goes, Rayanna smiles and talks to anyone and everyone. People who know Rayanna say she is funny, personable, and has an uplifting spirit. Rayanna’s primary interest is to find a job where she can help people. On top of that, Rayanna is a big animal lover and a…
These are all videos that I found on YouTube. These people are in various stages of life and have had many varied experiences to portray. I found it to be helpful in understanding what autism is and isn’t. Let me know what you think in the comments below. “People are so afraid of variety that…
Cody Peterson and Jacob Flug are polar opposites when it comes to personality, however, what they share is being successful at their new jobs at the same job site! Kassey Daggett– Building Manager, of the South Hills Center, first approached us, last fall inquiring about filling a janitorial position a few nights a week in…
I want to share an email from Pearl Buck Center’s Safety and Forklift Training Program Coordinator; Mark Marzullo. It’s a great example of what can happen when people are persistent and receptive and willing to think outside of the box (or perceived ability). May 10, 2016 When I was approached by one of the Community Employment…
