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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Living Resources is highlighting the many accomplishments of individuals supported through our Employment Services program. Let's learn more about Megan and Ryan! In April 2023, Megan started with Hoffman Car Wash (Hoffman’s) as an intern while attending Living Resources' College Experience program. One month later, Megan was hired as an employee and has continued her career journey there post-graduation. After trying out various roles, she found her niche in vacuuming, cleaning is very rewarding. Megan’s review of the workplace is glowing. She says, “The job is 100% good!” Her manager, Dennis, feels [...]

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Living Resources is highlighting the many accomplishments of individuals supported through our Employment Services program. Peter Harris stores are well known for their affordable prices, but the scores of shoppers who browse the clothing racks each day might not think too much about how they stay stocked. Meet Cason, an intern receiving support from the Living Resources Employment Program. Cason began working at the store recently and she’s already taking the clothes out of shipping boxes, tagging, folding, and/or hanging them, so customers can browse. She’s looking forward to learning new things soon, like [...]

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we at Living Resources are highlighting the accomplishments of individuals supported through our Employment Services program. In a busy kitchen during the dinner rush, it’s all hands on deck and Joe, an intern at Swifty’s Restaurant and Pub in Albany is ready to help out where he can. Joe is part of The College Experience and he’s learning skills for all things food preparation, like portioning out macaroni salad, prepping coleslaw, weighing cold cuts, and rolling napkins. “I feel happy and I really like my job,” says Joe. He thanks his coach, Koryn [...]

As the summer season winds down, members of our Brain Injury Program gathered in a large pavilion at Tawasentha Park in Altamont, NY for their annual Brain Injury Awareness Day. Here, they carved out time to remember their past, reflect on their journey, and think about their goals for the year ahead. Together, they enjoyed a meal, shared their stories, and celebrated each other’s victories. There was a display of art created by program participants, tee shirts for sale, and even raffle prizes. The keynote speaker was Christina LeBeau, Director of Advocacy and Engagement of the Brain Injury Association of New [...]

Our Saratoga Day Community Opportunity Program has been outdoors and loving life this month.  This month, among other adventures, they explored the sights, sounds, and aromas of the Washington County Fair. There they visited the animals, went on some rides, went hog-wild for the pig races, tasted some fun foods, and purchased great souvenirs! Riding on the Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway was an opportunity to unwind and enjoy a beautiful summer’s day. They took a 90-minute vintage train ride from Corinth to Greenfield and back, enjoying the scenic views, and wildlife from aboard a Vintage 1916 Pullman.