Benefits of employment for people with disabilities
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Being valued for your work is important to everyone. We all want an opportunity to be productive members of our community and advance economically.
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and the Center for Independence would like to share these stories showcasing the talents people bring to their employment.
Patrick Herman
Patrick Herman works at Avera McKennan in Miller where he was recently recognized as an Avera Legacy Ambassador for his 25 years of employment.
Herman received training in building maintenance when he lived in Nemo, prior to moving to Miller. His job includes mopping, vacuuming the floor and sanitizing to keep things clean for the patients.
He says, “I like working here because I am appreciated. I tell people that I would not work anywhere else. I am trained to do this and am happy to do my job.”
A job gives people income, confidence, independence and a sense of accomplishment. A community’s fabric is woven by the opportunities it provides, and employment for people with disabilities is an important part of our community’s fabric.
When you employ people with disabilities, you strengthen our community and foster independence.
If you would like to visit about providing an employment opportunity, please contact Maurita Kolousek at the Center for Independence at 352-5698.