What can YOU do?

Work is fundamental to our lives. It means so much more than a paycheck — it offers purpose and the opportunity to lead an independent, self-directed life for all people, including people with disabilities.

People with disabilities have the skills to pursue meaningful careers and play an important role in America’s educational and economic success. In fact, experience with disability can offer a competitive edge when it comes to work. If you are a person with a disability, only you can define your own limitations. High expectations are essential to success. Organizations exist that can help you seek employment, identify the tools you need to be productive on the job, and understand your right to be evaluated on your ability, not disability. Because after all, at work it’s what people can do that matters.

Tell us what YOU can do!

If you are a person with a disability, we’d like to hear from you.

Please take a moment to share information about your job skills and talents. Your story will increase employers’ awareness of the talents and skills that people with disabilities contribute to the workplace and help challenge misconceptions about disability and employment.

I CAN...

Bambi
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Type 40 wpm. Knowledge of subsidized housing, property manager, phone skills, billing. I worked in the subsidized housing field for 20 years before my stroke. My computer knowledge and experience is exemplary. I traveled the east coast from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY training various rental sites on the use of the software needed for subsidized housing.

karen
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i can type, can work with computer, use sign language. can do office work except the phone. i have been barrier for so many years. dont want work resturant communication barrier. i try my best

Diana
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I had a massive stoke when I was 36 years old, and I am a mother 2 children. Since then, I went back to college after completing my GED and have completed courses for Caregiver Certification. The hardest thing I encountered was finding help. Someone at school in the Disabled Resources Department helped me to find Direct Center for Independence Inc. where I found a good job!

Ellie McKenna
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February 4, 2013 Hello, my name is Ellie McKenna . I just finished High School. Let me tell you something about me. I am hardworking, I follow directions and I am always on time. I have been working since last year at the Humane Society in the pet pub area doing laundry, cleaning the floors and walking the dogs. I work at the Learning Lab (preschool). Thank you

Brad Morse
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February 4, 2013 Hello, my name is Brad Morse. I would like to share a little bit about myself. I am hard working, reliable and trustworthy. I am able to take direction and work independently. Some of my job experiences have included setting dining room tables, greeter, stocking shelves and copier. Sincerely, Brad Morse

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DID YOU KNOW?

People with disabilities represent the third-largest market segment in the U.S., surpassing Hispanics, African-Americans and Asian-Americans, as well as Generation X and teens. Add in their families, friends and associates, and you get a trillion dollars in purchasing power.