Employment Support in the USA (Part 1)
Please note: This is not an exhaustive list, and will be added to over time. Also, Evenbreak has not vetted these organizations, so this is not an endorsement; just a list of organizations we are aware of. If you have any feedback about these organizations, or know of any that we have missed, please let us know at info@evenbreak.com
Federal Support Organizations
American Council of the Blind (ACB)
Guided by its members, ACB advocates for equality of people who are blind and visually impaired, inspires community, and connects you with education, resources, and each other to support your independence.
Ticket to Work
https://choosework.ssa.gov/about
Ticket to Work connects you with free employment services to help you decide if working is right for you, prepare for work, find a job or maintain success while you are working
Office of Personal Management
Disability employment selective placement programme coordinator - list of where they are across the states
Ability Beyond
https://abilitybeyond.org/programs-services/tickettowork/
Offer ticket to work programme and online support across the 50 states
Career One Stop
https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/local-help.aspx (DoL sponsored)
Info on job centres, benefits, where to find local support across the US.
Pride Industries (serves 8 states - CA, AR, KY, LA, MD, NJ, TX, VA)
https://www.prideindustries.com/work-with-pride/employment-services
We designed proprietary, ground-breaking training/employment programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Easterseals
https://www.easterseals.com/programs-and-services/employment-training/
Across the country, we’re working to expand employment for underserved communities, including people with disabilities, by helping to identify job skills necessary for today’s workforce with a person-centered approach. We connect job seekers and employers while providing assistive technology and accessible transportation support.
Social Security Administration
The Social Security Administration offers comprehensive information on disability benefits, including how to apply, eligibility requirements, and the types of benefits available.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that provides financial assistance to individuals who are aged, blind, or disabled and have limited income and resources.
Disability Determination Services
The Disability Determination Services makes medical eligibility decisions for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) based on federal regulations.
American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)
American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) offers extensive resources for individuals with vision impairments, including information on assistive technology, braille literacy, and daily living skills to help people live independently.
VisionAware provides comprehensive guides on daily living skills for those with low vision or blindness, covering everything from cooking and cleaning to money management and communication devices.
VISIONS Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
VISIONS Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired offers vision rehabilitation training, assistive technology training, and job placement services to help individuals adjust to vision loss and maintain independence.
Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)
Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) offers resources and advocacy for individuals with hearing loss, including information on hearing assistive technology (HAT) like hearing loops, FM systems, and infrared systems, which help improve communication in various settings.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) offers a range of services for individuals with hearing loss, including assistance in finding appropriate hearing aids and related technologies, along with rehabilitation services to improve communication skills.
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF)
We envision a just world where all people, with and without disabilities, live full, joyful, pleasurable lives free of discrimination and oppression.
World Institute on Disability (WID)
The World Institute on Disability (WID) advances the inclusion, rights and justice of people with disabilities with the design and delivery of whole community solutions.
United Cerebral Palsy was founded in 1949. Today, our network of affiliates in the United States and Canada provide a wide range of services annually to more than 154,000 children and adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
Alabama
United Ability
United Ability Employment Services Department is committed to the long-term success of every business that participates in one of our employment programs. Our goal is to help both employers and individuals with disabilities acquire and maintain a beneficial employer/employee relationship.
Contact: Katie Dumais
Position: Director of Employment Services
Email: kdumais@unitedability.org
Contact Form URL: https://www.unitedability.org/about/contact/
The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD)
The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities works to promote independence and employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities by providing advocacy, resources, and support for community inclusion.
Contact: Darryle Powell
Position: Executive Director
Email: darryle.powell@mh.alabama.gov
Contact Form URL: https://www.acdd.org/contact/
Disability Rights & Resources offers programs designed to assist individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining employment, including job readiness training, advocacy, and support services.
Contact: John Roper
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Email: https://drradvocates.org/contact/
Contact Form URL: https://drradvocates.org/contact/
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind
The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind offers a wide range of services, including housing assistance and independent living skills training for individuals with sensory impairments.
Contact: Dennis Gilliam
Position: President
Email: Gilliam.dennis@aidb.org
Contact Form URL: https://www.aidb.org/domain/3317
Alabama Housing Finance Authority
The Alabama Housing Finance Authority provides housing assistance programs specifically tailored for individuals with disabilities, helping them find affordable and accessible housing options.
Contact Form URL: https://www.ahfa.com/about/contact-us
Easterseals Alabama offers a variety of services, including medical rehabilitation, employment services, and support for individuals with disabilities, helping them live more independently and participate fully in their communities.
Contact Form URL: https://secure.easterseals.com/site/SSurvey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=10200&NONCE_TOKEN=6F2969608E4804BBE4501D83A6B11C52
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shelby County
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shelby County offers specialized inpatient rehabilitation services for individuals recovering from a variety of disabling conditions, including stroke, brain injury, and spinal cord injury.
Contact Form URL: https://encompasshealth.com/locations/shelbycountyrehab/contact-us
Disability Determination Services
The Disability Determination Services in Alabama makes medical eligibility decisions for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) based on federal regulations.
ClasTran offers transportation services in the Birmingham metropolitan area, catering to the elderly and individuals with disabilities, providing them with safe and affordable transportation options.
Contact Form URL: https://www.clastran.com/contact-us
Max Transit in Birmingham offers paratransit services under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ensuring that individuals with disabilities have access to public transportation that is both accessible and reliable.
Contact Form URL: https://maxtransit.org/contact-us/
Special Olympics Alabama provides year-round sports training and athletic competitions for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, promoting physical fitness and building self-confidence through participation in sports.
Contact Form URL: https://www.specialolympicsalabama.org/contact-us
Disability Rights & Resources offers legal assistance and advocacy services to ensure the rights of individuals with disabilities are protected, including help with navigating government benefits and addressing discrimination.
United Cerebral Palsy of Alabama
United Cerebral Palsy of Alabama: Offers educational programs and services for individuals with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities.
The Learning Tree: Provides educational services and support for children and adolescents with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Contact Form URL: https://learning-tree.org/request/
United Ability provides inclusive educational programs for children with disabilities, offering specialized instruction and support to help them succeed in their educational endeavors.
Mitchell’s Place: Provides comprehensive education and therapy services for children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities.
Contact: Bree Hester
Position: Director of Advancement
Email: bhester@mitchells-place.com
Contact Form URL: https://mitchells-place.com/Contact-Us/
Alabama Department of Public Health
The Alabama Department of Public Health provides various health services aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. These services include health promotion, disease prevention, and access to healthcare services tailored for people with disabilities.
Contact Form URL: https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/about/contact.html
The Autism Society of Alabama offers a range of services including support groups, resources for families, educational workshops, and advocacy for individuals with autism and their families.
Contact: Anna Maple
Position: Development Manager
Email: anna@autism-alabama.org
The Autism Society of Alabama offers a range of services including support groups, resources for families, educational workshops, and advocacy for individuals with autism and their families.
Contact Form URL: https://www.uab.edu/medicine/civitansparks/about/contact
Catholic Social Services - CSS Alaska
The challenges of caring for a loved one with developmental disabilities are great, but Family Disability Services exists to ensure they are not insurmountable. We provide a range of developmental disability resources and trained respite providers who work with people in their homes and out in the community.
Contact: Sara Kurtz
Position: Family Disability Services Program Director
Email: skurtz@cssalaska.org
Contact Form URL: https://www.cssalaska.org/about-us/contact-us/
Providing vocational development services and extended employment programs for individuals with physical, mental and developmental disabilities.
Email: info@achievement-center.org
Disabilities touch us all, and we work with all members of the community to achieve extraordinary results.
Contact: Katelyn Bruhn
Position: Director Corporate Development
Email: kbruhn@eastersealsbham.org
The Easterseals Rehabilitation Center Northwest Alabama is committed to providing quality community services to enable children and adults with disabilities to achieve their maximum potential. To do this, we strive to be the most effective organization helping those we serve live with equality, dignity, and independence. The services provided include Vocational Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy.
To change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day.
Contact: Frankie Thomas
Position: Senior Employment Program
Email: info@eastersealsca.org
Easterseals West Alabama has remained true to its mission of serving children and adults with disabilities while maintaining a reputation for quality, comprehensive services.
Email: eswa@eswaweb.org
Goodwill Gulf Coast provides programs aimed at helping people with barriers to competitive employment gain skills and training to make them ready for the workplace. Program staff also assist with the job search process including resume writing, application submissions, and interviewing skills.
East Central Alabama United Cerebral Palsy (ECAUCP)
People struggling with disabilities and their families need support, in order to have the opportunity to achieve their goals and reach their maximum potential. They share the same dreams as everyone else. All of us — whether or not we have disabilities — want many of the same things — we want our families to be healthy and happy, we want meaningful work, and we all deserve the opportunity to live meaningful lives.
Contact: Wendy Ligon
Position: Adult Program Director
Email: wendy.ligon@ecaucp.org
Contact Form URL: https://ecaucp.org/contact-us/
UCP Huntsville’s mission is to empower individuals of all abilities through comprehensive services and community support.
Contact Form URL: https://www.ucphuntsville.org/contact/
United Cerebral Palsy of Mobile
United Cerebral Palsy of Mobile serves individuals with disabilities in 32 counties of south Alabama, covering Mobile to Montgomery. Our mission is to empower individuals of all abilities to embrace their potential and lead lives filled with purpose.
Contact Form URL: https://www.ucpmobile.org/contact
United Cerebral Palsy of Northwest Alabama
United Cerebral Palsy of Northwest Alabama has been serving children and adults with disabilities for over 40 years. Our mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Our New UCP Center at 507 North Hook Street in Tuscumbia provides physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as educational and social services, to children and families in several counties in Northwest Alabama.
Contact: Becky Porter
Position: Service Coordinator
Email: becky@ucphsoals.org
Contact Form URL: https://ucpshoals.org/contact-us/
UCPWA creates opportunities for people with disabilities by providing a full array of services designed to support independence, enhance the promotion and protection of individual rights, as well as, empower people to live a quality and productive life.
Contact: Katie Cook
Position: Director of Employment Services
Contact Form URL: https://ucpwa.org/contact/
Alaska
SAIL
No matter your age or work experience history, SAIL is dedicated to helping Southeast Alaskans experiencing a disability find gainful, meaningful employment. Staff often work closely with community partners, local businesses, and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation to help you find the job that’s right for you.
Reach
https://www.reachak.org/supported-employment
We believe that everyone—including individuals with disabilities—can benefit from employment. Your REACH employment specialist will work with you one-on-one, to find the right job for your talents, abilities and interests.
Access Alaska
Access Alaska encourages and promotes the total integration of people who experience a disability and senior Alaskans to live independently in the community of their choice.
The Arc of Anchorage
https://thearcofanchorage.org/
The Arc of Anchorage has a full array of disability services from birth throughout life for Alaskans who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral and mental health challenges. We provide choices in disability services that best meet the unique needs of those we serve. We recognize each person has dream and goals, ambitions and interests, as well as aptitudes and abilities apart from the disability they experience.
Hope
https://www.hopealaska.org/services
Hope provides a wide variety of services throughout the state of Alaska. In addition to operating more than 60 assisted living homes, we provide in-home supports, child and family services, respite, day habilitation, foster care supports, mental and behavioral health supports, intensive care services, and recreational and educational programs to people across Alaska. All of our programs focus on the person and assisting them to live full and meaningful lives in the community of their choice. For additional information, please contact the region’s director.
Alaska Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
The Alaska Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired acts to make sure that vision loss is not the barrier to Alaskans meeting their vocational goals or living safely and independently in retirement.
Alaska Chapter of the National Down Syndrome Congress
https://www.akdownsyndrome.org/
The Alaska Chapter of the National Down Syndrome Congress is a nonprofit organization of parents, relatives, professionals and friends of individuals with Down syndrome. Its membership includes families and professionals from around the state of Alaska.
Alaska Mental Health Consumer Web
Mental Health Consumer Web (The Web) is the only behavioral health consumer-driven drop-in and engagement center in Anchorage. The organization’s activities are completely free and are funded by the Division of Behavioral Health and the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
Assistive Technology of Alaska (ATLA)
Assistive Technology of Alaska (ATLA) connects Alaskans with disabilities to the tools they need to learn, work, play, and participate in community life safely and independently.
Challenge Alaska
https://www.challengealaska.org/
Challenge Alaska strives to improve the lives of people with disabilities and the whole community through adaptive sports, therapeutic recreation and education.
Arizona
Ability360 continues a 40-year tradition of offering and promoting programs to empower people with all disabilities to take personal responsibility so that they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community.
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona (UCP)
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona (UCP) supports individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Our expert team specializes in providing a Lifespan of Services, including pediatric therapy, the early learning center, adult day programs, and home and community-based services. Our vision remains unchanged: empowering individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.
RISE
https://riseservicesincaz.org/
Since 1987, RISE has provided practical, professional, and personal growth opportunities for children, adults, and their families. With our innovative approach, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of the individuals and families we serve through the delivery of person-centered services.
Arizona Statewide Independent Living Council (AZSILC)
Arizona Statewide Independent Living Council (AZSILC) is one of 56 Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs), which are federally mandated under the Rehabilitation Act. There is one SILC in each state and US territory. AZSILC members are appointed by the Governor, and the Council is comprised of Arizonans who have diverse disabilities, as well as advocates for people who have disabilities from across the state.
ASSIST to Independence
ASSIST to Independence, based in Tuba City, focuses on providing culturally relevant services to Native Americans with disabilities, promoting independent living and community integration through advocacy and skills training.
Direct Advocacy & Resource Center
Operated by and for people with disabilities, Direct Advocacy & Resource Center is part of a national network of Centers for Independent Living (CILs). CILs support individuals in pursuing their goals and advocates for disability rights and justice.
New Horizons Disability Empowerment Center
New Horizons Disability Empowerment Center in Prescott Valley offers a variety of services aimed at empowering individuals with disabilities, including independent living skills training, peer support, and advocacy.
Services Maximizing Independent Living & Empowerment (SMILE)
Services Maximizing Independent Living & Empowerment (SMILE) in Yuma provides support services designed to help individuals with disabilities live independently. Their offerings include skills training, peer support, and advocacy.
Disability Rights Arizona (DRAZ)
https://disabilityrightsaz.org/
Disability Rights Arizona (DRAZ) offers various services to protect and advocate for the rights of individuals with disabilities. They provide assistance with accessing vocational rehabilitation and other disability-related services, ensuring individuals receive the support they need to live independently and integrate into the workforce.
Arc of Arizona
The Arc of Arizona advocates for the rights and full community participation of all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together with our network of members and affiliated chapters, we improve systems of supports and services, connect families, inspire communication and influence public policy.
Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance
We’re the Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance, “PMD Alliance” for short — an independent, national nonprofit dedicated to providing opportunities for people to learn, live more fully and spark meaningful connections around them.
Arkansas
Disability Rights Arkansas
https://disabilityrightsar.org/priorities/education-and-employment/
Education and employment are a huge part of anyone’s life journey. You have the right to a quality education, with support when you need it. You have the right to real work for real pay. DRA works to help people with disabilities gain access to opportunity.
Arkansas Disability Coalition (ADC)
https://ardisabilitycoalition.org/
The Arkansas Disability Coalition (ADC) is a state-wide non-profit organization that provides support to families and individuals dealing with various disabilities. ADC’s mission is to empower individuals with disabilities by offering information, resources, and support to make informed choices. The ADC collaborates with families, healthcare providers, service organizations, legislators, and the community. ADC’s goal is to promote full and equal participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of life.
Arkansas Support Network
Arkansas Support Network promotes and defends the rights and interests of individuals with disabilities, emphasizing intersectionality and social justice. We work to create an inclusive society by ensuring equal opportunities and accessibility for all, considering how race, gender, and other identities intersect with disability. Our impact includes improved legislation, increased public awareness, and enhanced quality of life. We engage in self-advocacy, peer advocacy, and systemic advocacy, targeting policy and societal changes for comprehensive social justice.
SOURCES
SOURCES provides services, support, and advocacy for individuals with disabilities, their families and the Northwest Arkansas community.
Division of Developmental Disabilities Services
https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/developmental-disabilities-services/
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Services helps ensure Arkansans with developmental disabilities and delays get access to services to help them learn and thrive.
Independent Living Services
Independent Living Services provides a variety of services, including supported apartments, group homes, and life skills training. They focus on helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live independently in the community.
Endeavors
Endeavors offers housing assistance and homelessness prevention programs, particularly for veterans and individuals with disabilities. They provide supportive housing services designed to ensure stability and self-sufficiency.
Arkansas Autism Foundation
https://arkansasautismfoundation.org/
Arkansas Autism Foundation supports individuals with autism through various programs, including those that focus on rehabilitation and skill development. They provide resources and events aimed at fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life for people with autism.
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas offers a range of rehabilitation services, including job training and employment assistance. Their programs are designed to help individuals with disabilities develop skills necessary for independent living and successful integration into the workforce.
ALS Association Arkansas Chapter
ALS Association Arkansas Chapter offers consultation on assistive technology, including equipment loans, home adaptations, and communication devices. They also provide support groups and other resources for individuals living with ALS and their families.
Arisa Health
Arisa Health offers a range of behavioral health services, including access to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities. They focus on integrated care and provide resources for mental health and substance use recovery.
Community Services Clearinghouse
Community Services Clearinghouse provides emergency financial assistance to individuals and families in need, including those with disabilities, offering help with utilities, rent, and other essential needs.
United Way of Northwest Arkansas
United Way of Northwest Arkansas provides financial assistance programs for individuals with disabilities, helping with basic needs like housing, utilities, and healthcare.
Arkansas Transit Association
Arkansas Transit Association coordinates various public transit services across the state, including specialized transportation options for people with disabilities.
National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC)
National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC) promotes accessible transportation options across the state, providing resources and support to individuals with disabilities and older adults.
Disability Resource Center
Disability Resource Center provides recreational opportunities as part of its broader mission to support individuals with disabilities in leading independent and fulfilling lives, offering activities that encourage social interaction and skill development.
Disability Rights Bar Association
https://disabilityrights-law.org/
Disability Rights Bar Association is a network of attorneys specializing in disability civil rights law, offering resources, mentoring, and coordination of litigation strategies to advance the rights of people with disabilities.
Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks offers a range of support groups for individuals with autism and their families, focusing on creating community connections and providing essential resources and advice.
Mental Health America of Arkansas
Mental Health America of Arkansas provides a variety of resources and support services, including crisis intervention through the 988 Lifeline, warmline support, and educational resources aimed at improving mental health care access for people with disabilities.
United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas
United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas is on a mission to advance independence and community involvement for Arkansans with disabilities. UCP serves over 500 disabled Arkansans and their families with essential programs and support services. Not only does UCP offer services for residents with cerebral palsy, but also to Arkansans with any physical disabilities.
California
Employment Development Department
We advance employment opportunities for people with disabilities. We also help job seekers with disabilities who need additional services become qualified for employment. These services include: Referrals to job openings or training, Career counseling, Job search, assistance and workshops, Testing, Referrals to supportive services in the community.
ICAN
ICAN is a nonprofit organization that provides quality employment, life skills, and social programs for Southern California’s adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities. We have locations in Torrance, Long Beach, and Redondo Beach, California.
GoodWill
https://www.goodwillsocal.org/career-services/disability-services/ info@goodwillsocal.org
At Goodwill Southern California, we are pleased to offer outstanding training programs, job placement services and opportunities within our organization and with employers throughout the community, to individuals with disabilities
Cali Department of Rehabilitation
Vocational rehabilitation services are designed to help job seekers with disabilities obtain competitive employment in integrated work settings. Independent living services may include peer support, skill development, systems advocacy, referrals, assistive technology services, transition services, housing assistance, and personal assistance services.
California Human Development
https://californiahumandevelopment.org/disability-services/
We at disABILITY Service believe in focusing on the abilities of those we serve, and we strive to provide a person-centered approach in every aspect of our service delivery. We work hard to help support individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities reach their goals while developing self-determination.
Ability Path
https://abilitypath.org/services/adult-services/employment-services/
Our employment services provide individuals and groups with community employment based on their skills and experience; employers benefit from a reliable and highly trained workforce for hard-to-fill positions that reflect the diversity of our community.
The Arc
https://www.arc-sd.com/our-services/employment/
Our staff informs clients of job openings, helps with completion of job applications, and teaches interviewing skills. Clients get advice on what to wear, help with resume building, and how to handle difficult questions.
Easterseals
https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/employment-training/
WorkFirst is dedicated to providing one-on-one, customized services for people with disabilities interested in entering, or re-entering the workforce.
Able-Disabled Advocacy
https://www.able2work.org/programs/ticket-to-work/
The Disability Employment Accelerator Program (DEA) is a workforce training program for individuals who reside in San Diego County who have a documented disability.
BORP Adaptive Sports & Recreation
The Mission of Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) is to improve the health, independence and social integration of children, youth and adults with physical disabilities and visual impairments through sports, fitness, and recreation programs. BORP was founded in 1976 by people with disabilities and remains a leader in the field of adaptive sports, fitness and recreation.
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF)
Promote and advocate for the rights of full access to American Sign Language and English, education, employment, and cultural identity of, by, for, and with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened, and DeafBlind people.
Independent Living Resource Center of San Francisco (ILRCSF)
Independent Living Resource Center San Francisco (ILRCSF) is a disability rights advocacy and support organization. Our mission is to ensure that people with disabilities are full social and economic partners, within their families and within a fully accessible community. ILRCSF’s mission is achieved by systems change, community education, partnerships with business, community organizations and government, and consumer directed services. We work to empower individuals and community, so that all people with disabilities have as full, productive and independent lives as they so choose.
Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
To promote independence, community, and equity created by and with blind and low vision people.
Department on Disability, on behalf of the City of Los Angeles
https://disability.lacity.gov/
The Department on Disability, on behalf of the City of Los Angeles, is committed to ensuring full access to employment, programs, facilities and services; through strategic management and partnership education, advocacy, training, research and improved service delivery; for the benefit of persons with disabilities, providers of essential resources and policymakers.
Colorado
Employment First Colorado
https://employmentfirstcolorado.org/employmentfirst/
Employment First is an unwavering belief that all people have valuable contributions to offer the workforce, regardless of the type or significance of disability, and have the right to pursue their employment goals.
Ability Connection
https://www.abilityconnectioncolorado.org/
Employment Works provides job placement services to adults and youth with disabilities through referrals from the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and Ticket to Work and in collaboration with community service providers. - support, placements etc
Colorado State Uni
https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/ccp/programs/integrated-employment-disabilities/
Integrated Employment Services collaborates with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) to provide comprehensive, individualized support throughout the employment process. Our services support individuals with disabilities in Northern Colorado with finding and maintaining meaningful, competitive employment.
Integrating Support
https://integratingsupports.com/employment-services/
Integrating Supports Colorado (ISC) assists individuals with all types of disabilities (cross-disability) by providing quality business services to local companies. ISC is also providing employment, training, and job placement services.
Assistive Technology Partners
https://www1.ucdenver.edu/centers/center-for-inclusive-design-and-engineering
CIDE provides assistive technology services for all ages
The Colorado Statewide Independent Living Council (CSILC)
The Colorado Statewide Independent Living Council (CSILC) champions the full inclusion of people with disabilities in community life. We further this mission by strengthening Centers for Independent Living, advocating for change with elected and appointed officials, and educating the general public about independent living.
The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition (CCDC)
The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, or CCDC, is Colorado’s premier disability rights advocacy organization. We are run by and for people with disabilities. We advocate for social justice for Coloradans with all types of disabilities. We strive for all Coloradans with disabilities to live full, equitable lives with equal access to any civic, professional, and/or personal opportunities that are available to people without disabilities.
Easterseals Colorado
https://www.easterseals.com/co/
A program of Easterseals Colorado, Colorado Respite Coalition exists to encourage caregivers to take a break. Our vision is that all Colorado family caregivers have access to quality respite care resources—resources that allow them to take a break from caregiving—through a sustainable network that promotes collaboration and innovation.
Rocky Mountain ADA Center
The Rocky Mountain ADA Center is a member of the National Network of ADA Centers and is funded by National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR grant number 90DPAD0014). Our center is operated by the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO.
Disability Law Colorado
Disability Law Colorado is a small organization with a broad mission: to make Colorado the best place in America to live and work with a disability. We use a wide range of tools—including education, monitoring, investigation, and legal representation—to advance that mission. As Colorado’s Protection and Advocacy agency, we aim to secure their rights and improve their well-being.
Connecticut
Arict
https://www.arict.org/employment-service/
United Cerebral Palsy
We offer assistance to individuals interested in gaining employment as well as those who have been out of the workforce for a period of time and would like to return to competitive employment. We are an employment resource to both employers and job seekers. ARI tailors the support provided to meet the individual’s specific needs.
Vista Life Innovations
https://www.vistalifeinnovations.org/programs-services/work/employment-services
Job development for assessments, internships, volunteer and paid employment as well as ongoing job coaching supports are provided on an individualized bases, an individualized approach to finding the right job place for each individual that we work with, evaluation and assessment of individual strengths and challenges in identified employment field
Ability Beyond
Breaking Down Barriers — Empower individuals to live with independence and thrive in their communities. Ability Beyond Programs and Services for People with Disabilities CT&NY. GuideStar Gold.
MAB Adult Disability Services
https://www.mabcommunity.org/adult-disability-services/
Since 1973, MAB has provided supports in a range of residential and vocational settings in the Greater Boston area for adults with developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and secondary disorders such as blindness, deafness, behavioral challenges, cerebral palsy, and issues related to aging. Our experience allows us to help adults with diverse needs maximize their independence and enjoy the best possible quality of life.
Easterseals of Greater Waterbury
https://www.easterseals.com/waterburyct/
Easterseals of Greater Waterbury provides a range of employment services, including vocational evaluations, job training, and placement services. They work with both individuals and employers to create a supportive and accommodating work environment, promoting the integration of people with disabilities into the workforce.
The Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS)
https://portal.ct.gov/rehabilitationservices?language=en_US
The Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) is Connecticut's vocational rehabilitation program. We help individuals with disability to prepare for, enter and maintain employment through a wide range of services that best fit your need and will lead to your success.
The Kennedy Collective
https://www.thekennedycollective.org/
The Kennedy Collective provides Support Services and builds Business Enterprises that prove people with disabilities bring tangible value. We courageously lead, advocate, and innovate. We actively engage in diversified partnerships. We find opportunities through tenacious perseverance. We champion people by celebrating their individuality. We empower and employ – because, as a collective, our abilities have no bounds.
Independence Northwest
https://independencenorthwest.org/
Independence Northwest is unlike any other service provider you may have tried before. Our organization is run by people with disabilities for people with disabilities. Most of the people on our staff, management and board have personally faced the same barriers you face everyday. We’ve learned how to surmount many of the obstacles that stood in the way of our leading more independent lives. We can show you how to do the same.
CDR
Delaware
Pathways to Employment
https://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dsaapd/pathways.html
Pathways to Employment is a program designed to support low-income teens and young adults with disabilities in Delaware who want to work. The program helps participants get prepared for work, find jobs, and succeed in the workplace.
Enable America
https://www.enableamerica.org/
Our goal is to work with all members of the community – including disabled individuals, service providers, government agencies, advocacy groups, existing organizations and employers – to eliminate barriers to employment and bridge the gap between disabled job seekers and the employers who want to hire them.
Service Source
https://www.servicesource.org/opportunitycenter/
The mission of Opportunity Center, Inc. (OCI) is to provide individuals with disabilities an exceptional service delivery experience through innovative and valued employment, training, rehabilitation, and support services.
Delaware Aging & Disability Resource Center
Delaware Aging & Disability Resource Center
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council
The Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is authorized by Public Law 106-402 to address the unmet needs of people with developmental disabilities through system-wide advocacy, planning and demonstration projects.
Mid-Atlantic ADA Center
Mid-Atlantic ADA Center The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center provides information, guidance and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), tailored to meet the needs of businesses, government entities, organizations, and individuals in the Mid-Atlantic Region (DC, DE, MD, PA, VA, and WV).
Keystone Human Services
Keystone Human Services provides support and expertise so that everyone can be included and have a valued presence in the community.
Independent Resources Inc
Independent Resources Inc. is a nonprofit Center for Independent Living that provides quality services to people with disabilities, assisting them to achieve and to maintain an independent lifestyle.
Delaware Opportunities
https://delawareopportunities.org/
Helping people achieve self-sufficiency and a better quality of life since 1965.
Ability Network of Delaware
By uniting and focusing on what we can achieve together, the Ability Network of Delaware (formerly DelARF) builds strength across Delaware’s disability community. We are a connecting force that functions as a statewide membership association of agencies, all working to support people with disabilities. Membership is open to organizations that provide direct services, advocacy and/or educational services to Delawareans with disabilities, their families and advocates.
Florida
Employ U
https://employu.org/adult-employment-services/
employU’s adult disability employment services are designed to prepare each participant for the job-seeking process. Our team works one-on-one with customers with disabilities to find the right job for them. It is not just a job search, it is about highlighting a customer’s strengths and abilities to secure long-term employment that is fulfilling and rewarding.
Macdonald Center
https://macdonaldcenter.org/employment-services/
MTC Employment Services finds jobs for people with all disabilities who seek employment. MTC provides comprehensive supports and services to persons with barriers to employment who are seeking employment.
Discoverability
https://discoverability.org/services/
People with disabilities are the nation’s largest minority, and the only one that any person can join at any time. That’s why DiscoverAbility works every day to help these individuals access the training, resources, and services they need to succeed.
Florida Center for Inclusive Communities
https://flfcic.cbcs.usf.edu/index.html
We welcome you to the Florida Center for Inclusive Communities where our purpose and passion is promoting the independence, productivity, and community inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide training, technical assistance, research, systems change, and dissemination activities focused on supporting individuals with developmental disabilities to make informed choices and decisions about their lives, receive support and services that are based on individual goals and outcomes and achieve full inclusion and participate in society, in an individualized manner, consistent with the unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, and capabilities of each individual.
The Arc of Florida
The Arc of Florida is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We work for education, awareness, research, advocacy and support of families, friends and the community.
Family Network on Disabilities
For over 35 years, Family Network on Disabilities has developed up-to-date training on a variety of topics concerning the disability community that will benefit parents, self-advocates, educators, and professionals. You’ll be glad to know we’ve added our youth advocate workshop series into the mix.
Southeast ADA Center
Provides information, training, and guidance on disability access and Florida disability services. One of 10 regional centers in the ADA National Network.
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council
Each year the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council develops and approves a Legislative Platform that includes priorities identified by stakeholders, family members, and self-advocates.
Family Care Councils (FCCs) of Florida
The mission of the Family Care Councils (FCCs) of Florida is to educate and empower individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, partnering with the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, to bring quality services to individuals with dignity and choice.
Florida Behavioral Health Association (FBHA)
FBHA is the state’s largest trade association representing community treatment providers with a united voice. FBHA serves as a trusted source of information, it advances policy initiatives, and it advocates for better behavioral health for all Floridians.
Georgia
University of Georgia
https://l-webserver-prod.fcs.uga.edu/ihdd/advancing-employment
Advancing Employment is dedicated to building a community for inclusive employment in Georgia. We believe competitive integrated employment is possible for everyone.
Disability Link
https://disabilitylink.org/employment/
Disability Link has several programs focused on employment.
Aging and Disability Network
Contact the Aging and Disability Network for information about services, programs, and benefits for older people and those with disabilities.
The Brain and Spinal Injury Trust Fund Commission
The Brain and Spinal Injury Trust Fund Commission provides grants to individuals for their post-acute care and rehabilitation for traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries. It also maintains the Central Registry for traumatic brain and spinal cord injury, and advises state government on policies that advance a comprehensive system of care.
Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities
The mission of the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities is to bring about social and policy changes that promote opportunities for the wide spectrum of diverse people with developmental disabilities and their families to live, learn, lead, work, play and worship in their communities.
Georgia Pathways
https://dhhpathways.georgia.gov/
A resource for deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) children, their families, and their community. Georgia Pathways provides information about how to locate statewide programs and partners, access services, and obtain resources for families and professionals.
Georgia Department of Labor
The Georgia Department of Labor through the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA), offers a wide range of services to assist persons with disabilities in preparing for and obtaining gainful employment. They provide vocational counseling, job placement assistance, and support services tailored to individual needs.
Walton Options
https://www.waltonoptions.org/
Since 1994, Walton Options has provided services and resources to help people with all types of disabilities live independently within the community. As a private, non-profit, non-residential Center for Independent Living (CIL), we serve 16 counties in Georgia and 10 counties in South Carolina. Our Core Services include Information & Referral, Independent living Skills, Institutional Transition, Advocacy & Outreach and Peer Support. We are able to provide these services, information and resources through a variety of federal, state and community partners.
Briggs & Associates
https://www.briggsassociates.org/wordpress/
Briggs & Associates matches the abilities of people with disabilities to real jobs, then provides the support and training needed to ensure success for both the employee and employer. We provide comprehensive employment services for any individual who may require non-traditional support and/or entry into the workplace.
Disability Connections
https://www.disabilityconnections.com/
Disability Connections in Macon serves central Georgia, providing services like independent living skills training, advocacy, and peer support to help individuals live more independently. They also offer assistance with housing and accessibility modifications.
Hawaii
US Dept of Labor
https://labor.hawaii.gov/wdc/dei/
Awarded grants under the Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) to improve education, training, and employment opportunities and outcomes of youth and adults who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security disability benefits.
Hireabilities
https://www.hireabilitieshawaii.org/the-disability-employment-initiative/
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) seeks to improve education, training, and employment opportunities and outcomes of youth and adults who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security disability benefits.
Work Now
https://www.worknowhawaii.org/
Work Now Hawaii is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization established to help people living with disabilities achieve independence through gainful employment.
Hawaii Human Services
https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/vr/
The Hawaii Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) works in partnership with consumers, consumer organizations led by persons with disabilities, employers, our State Rehabilitation Council, and other community partners to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, empowerment, and equality for individuals with disabilities throughout the State of Hawaii.
Hawaii County
The Hawaii County American Job Center provides individualized career pathways, education and training opportunities, employment support and services, and HireNet Hawai‘i support.
