Employment

When people think about work, they often think about earning money. While a paycheck is certainly important, many families discover that some of the most meaningful benefits of employment have little to do with income.

We are grateful to AbleLight Nurses for the care they provide throughout the year and for the vital role they play as part of our broader support teams.  

A workplace is stronger when people of all abilities are welcomed, supported, and empowered. Learn how you can build an inclusive workplace as an employer.

Each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month invites us to reflect on the importance of meaningful, inclusive employment for people of all abilities. At AbleLight, we believe employment is more than a paycheck. It is a powerful pathway to community inclusion, independence, and personal growth.  

As we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we’re excited to share Ana’s journey of finding her dream job working with children through AbleLight’s Employment Supports program.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). It’s a time to celebrate and raise awareness around the contributions and capabilities that individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. It’s also a time to highlight the value and importance of having access to meaningful employment opportunities.

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), here are just some of the benefits of hiring people with developmental disabilities.

This week, we celebrated National Thrift Day across all of our AbleLight Thrift Shops and recognize the dedicated workers that go above and beyond the job.

It’s National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and throughout the month you’ll hear about people we serve who are thriving with a little support from AbleLight and our dedicated direct support professionals (DSPs), like Tyler, who recognize their unique abilities, their special gifts, and create opportunities for them.

We are proud to hire people with disabilities! Learn how we help others find integrated employment through Employment Support services such as job coaching.