by Emily Sesso | Apr 25, 2022 | Cascade, Supported Employment
April is Autism Acceptance Month and we are sharing some tips and resources to help employers build a more inclusive workplace. HistoryThe first national Autism Awareness Month took place in April of 1970 in an effort to not only bring nation-wide awareness to those...
by Emily Sesso | Jan 31, 2022 | Cascade, Supported Employment
As a long-time provider of community outreach, The YMCA of Jefferson County partners with various organizations “to ensure total health of the community in spirit, mind, and body.” After two years of resource and activity restrictions due to Covid-19, our...
by Emily Sesso | Dec 4, 2021 | Cascade, Community Engagement, Supported Employment
On December 3, 1992, the United Nations began the annual observance of International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) in an effort to promote the well-being of people with disabilities and their equal access to opportunity and independence on a global level....
by Emily Sesso | Nov 24, 2021 | Cascade, Supported Employment
It is not often that we have the opportunity to acknowledge a career anniversary of 30 years. Our great friend Marlaina Verraes has officially reached this milestone, and we celebrate her. Born and raised in Washington, and a graduate of Port Townsend High School,...
by Emily Sesso | Oct 8, 2021 | Cascade, Supported Employment
The month of October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which aims to highlight the contributions people with disabilities bring to our nation’s workforce and economy. In light of #NDEAM, we found a recently published article from...
by Emily Sesso | Jan 19, 2021 | Cascade, Community Engagement, Partners, Supported Employment
A strong and lasting connection In collaboration with the Jefferson County Historical Society, Cascade Community Connections developed multiple positions and volunteer opportunities at associated sites throughout Port Townsend. Clients carry out tasks matched to...
