Jeffery is a valued employee at the Riverview Plaza Hotel, where his reliability and strong work ethic help keep operations running smoothly each day. Like many individuals with disabilities, finding the right fit in the workplace wasn’t always easy.
Discover how William, a talented artist with autism and an intellectual disability, found independence and inclusion through VOA Southeast’s programs. From expressing himself through art to thriving in his first community employment job, William’s story is a testament to the power of personalized support and opportunities. Read his inspiring story here.
Meet Faith, a 20-year-old from Mobile, AL and recent graduate of Project SEARCH, a one-year transitional program for high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program pairs recent high school grads with job coaches for professional development so they can find a job after they’re finished with school.