Raymond Sanchez is an experienced and motivated job seeker currently working with Project Independence’s Supported Employment Program. For five years, Raymond worked in an Amazon warehouse, where he built a strong foundation in reliability, teamwork, and workplace responsibility. Following recent company cutbacks, he is now actively pursuing new opportunities in the retail field. Raymond has already begun interviewing with well-known retailers such as Ross Dress for Less, Burlington, and TJ ...

Our Intake Specialist and Job Developer, Carla Compton, recently supported Angel with getting interview-ready - including a shopping trip for new clothes using a voucher from the Department of Rehabilitation. A fresh start deserves confidence, and Angel is showing up ready. After more than a decade of dedicated work, Angel is re-entering Job Development following the unexpected closure of Sonic Burger, where he had been employed since 2010. Over ...

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the skills, talents, and contributions of workers with disabilities. At Project Independence, our Supported Employment Program helps adults with developmental disabilities thrive in meaningful jobs throughout the community. This month, we’re proud to share stories from some of our incredible clients whose hard work and dedication inspire us every day. Cristian's Story Cristian recently secured his first job with ...