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In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, Doug Jenkins of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce sits down with Nicole Gunka from Project Life to discuss a program that is much more than a job training initiative, it's a bridge to independence.

Project Life is a comprehensive two-year program helping young adults with developmental disabilities master both the workplace and the home. From navigating public transit and cooking meals to painting soccer fields at the University of Findlay, these interns are learing valuable skills and making a positive impact at their places of emplolyment

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The vital role of job coaches in ensuring success for both the intern and the employer.
• A "full circle" success story that will change how you view inclusive hiring.
• How local businesses can get involved in providing new rotation opportunities.

Connect with Project Life: Visit BlanchardValley.org or call 419-422-6387 to learn more.

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