Tag Archives: Disability Employment Awareness Month

Maliek posing proudly for a photo at a Cuyahoga Falls parks and recreation location.

Maliek’s Employment Journey

As we close out October’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’d like to celebrate Maliek’s journey to employment at Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation! Read More ›

Yam M. teaching sign language at Intra-National Homecare.

October: National Disability Employment Awareness Month

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (known as NDEAM). A time to highlight the important role that people of every ability play within the workforce. We believe that employment opportunities for people with disabilities ensures a diverse workforce and helps strengthen communities – now and into the future.
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Brittany working at Summa Health.

Brittany’s Path to Employment

Meet Brittany! She was recently hired by Summa Health after participating in two innovative employment initiatives funded by Summit DD. When asked how she feels about being employed, Brittany replied “…I feel excited! And I feel really comfortable working in the community!” Read More ›

Heather at Giant Eagle.

Heather: NDEAM Success Story

As we close out our October celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’d like to celebrate another NDEAM success story in our community. Meet Heather. She just celebrated her five year anniversary at Giant Eagle! “I really like greeting the customers and how friendly they are to me,” shared Heather. Read More ›

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