Blueprint for Integrated Employment Announced in Rhode Island
The State of Rhode Island enters into a consent decree with the United States Department of Justice to create integrated employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. Continue...
View ArticleEmployment First Task Force Makes Recommendations
The Employment First Task Force was established to promote competitive employment of people with disabilities. The Task Force approved recommendations outlined in their first report to the Legislature....
View ArticleTexas Transition and Employment Guide
The Texas Transition and Employment Guide provides secondary transition resources to facilitate a young person’s progress towards post-secondary goals for education, employment, and community living....
View ArticleRFP: Understanding Employment Options and Supports
TCDD issued an RFP to fund one organization to develop effective training and information to help people understand ways to retain supports while employed in the community. Continue Reading RFP:...
View ArticleWorkplace Bullying: Know Your Rights
Some people may experience workplace bullying and not even know it. Others may know it but not know what to do about it. Fortunately, laws and resources exist to help protect people from being bullied...
View ArticleSpeak Up About Jobs!
Do you have something to say about jobs for people with disabilities in Texas? If your answer is “yes,” then your Texas leaders want to hear from you. Continue Reading Speak Up About Jobs!
View ArticleTCDD Chair Serves on National Task Force
Mary Durheim, TCDD Chair, was invited to serve on the National Task Force on Workforce Development for People with Disabilities. The task force will help state leaders address barriers to employment....
View ArticleRFP: Projects to Improve Access to Culturally Competent Supports and Services
TCDD issued an RFP to fund up to three Outreach & Development projects that will focus on improving access to culturally competent supports and services for people with disabilities. Continue...
View ArticleNDEAM 2016: #InclusionWorks
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and the Office of Disability Employment Policy assembled a Resource Toolbox that includes a poster, sample social media content, and more....
View ArticleTechnology with HEART
By developing an iPad app that helps record vending machine inventories, The HEART Program in Houston is one tap closer to helping adults with IDD achieve their employment potential. Continue Reading...
View ArticleNew App puts People with IDD in Control at Super Bowl
A new easy to use inventory tracking app helped people with IDD completely operate six Papa John’s kitchens at Super Bowl LI. And that’s just the beginning of what may be possible with the i4me app....
View ArticleProvide Your Feedback about VR Services
The Texas Workforce Commission is seeking feedback to improve vocational rehabilitation (VR) services. Provide your feedback at a regional town hall meeting or via email. Continue Reading Provide Your...
View ArticleGet Involved with Texas HireAbility in October
The Texas HireAbility campaign aims to connect job seekers with disabilities with employers and to raise awareness about the benefits of hiring people with disabilities. Continue Reading Get Involved...
View ArticleNDEAM 2017: Inclusion Drives Innovation
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Learn about the resources and ideas available to help you or your organization get involved and raise awareness. Continue Reading...
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