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Chance Theater Selects Project Independence As Community Partner
Costa Mesa-based nonprofit selected by Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, to be a community partner for "Gloria" Nonprofit Project Independence (PI) has been selected by Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theater company, to be a community partner for the theater’s production of the play “Gloria” at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on ...
A 21-Year Deli Career: Supported Employment Success
Steven has been successfully employed at a local Food for Less for 21 years, a position he obtained with assistance of Project Independence. In his role in the deli, Stephen prepares and cooks chicken and potato wedges, bakes breads and cookies, decorates cakes and provides general customer service. When asked about his many years of service, ...
Project Independence Marks National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Orange County-based nonprofit founded in 1977 successfully matches local employers and motivated employees with developmental disabilities Throughout the month Project Independence will be engaging in a variety of activities to educate employers and prospective employees on disability employment issues and its commitment to an accessible and equitable work culture. (U.S. Department of Labor) Nonprofit Project Independence (PI) ...
Up Close With Carla Compton of Project Independence
Carla Compton is the Job Developer for Project Independence where she specializes in creating job opportunities for people that are uniquely abled. She was hired in January 2009 as an Entitlement Specialist, then assumed her current position in June 2010. What do you do in your spare time? In my spare time, I work out a ...
Up Close With Sharie LaPierre of Project Independence
Sharie is an Area Manager at Project Independence (PI). She came to PI in December of 2016. Why did you join PI? I was at crossroads in my career path, deciding whether to go back to my passion or continue working without a cause. Helping and working with people with disabilities is my passion, and that ...
Up Close With Johanna Villa-Gomez of Project Independence
Johanna Villa-Gomez is an Area Manager for the Day Program at Project Independence (PI). She came to PI 17 years ago. What do you do in your spare time? I enjoy traveling and exploring new places. I like riding my bike, drawing, and writing. My happy place is spending time with family and friends. What drives ...
Dan Pittman, Project Independence Board Chairman and President of Dan Pittman & Associates, Inc.
It’s hard to remember a time in my public relations career when I wasn’t associated with Project Independence. I know I’m a better person for it. The experience began one afternoon in the 1980s, when I was asked by my boss to sit in for him at a meeting with a nonprofit organization called the Vantage ...
Up Close With Donna Voss of Project Independence
Donna Voss joined Project Independence (PI) in July of 2018 as a Community Support Specialist in the Independent Living Department. In June of 2019, she was promoted to Independent Living Area Manager – North County, where she now supports clients with independent living and supported living services. When did you begin working at PI? I started ...
Regional Center of Orange County Honors Nonprofit Project Independence Board Member and Client Nick Westphalen
by: Dan PittmanPublished: May 6, 2024 L-R: RCOC Executive DirectoR Larry Landauer; Project Independence (PI) board member and client Nick Westphalen; and RCOC Board Chairperson john “Chip” Wright Photo Credit RCOC COSTA MESA...Nonprofit Project Independence (PI) board member and client Nick Westphalen of Costa Mesa has recently received the Self Advocate Award presented by Regional ...
Project Independence Has Jobs for Those Wanting to Make a Difference
Employment at PI includes a flexible work schedule, an industry competitive salary, a stable and supportive work environment and more Project Independence staff, clients and families join together for the nonprofit's annual Walk for Independence to help launch National Disability Employment Awareness Month each October. (Project Independence) Looking for a job in Orange County ...
