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STARability Foundation recognizes vocational partners during National Disability Employment Awareness Month NAPLES, Fla. (Oct. 18, 2022) – STARability Foundation is recognizing its vocational partners in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, observed annually in October. This year’s theme – “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation” – celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities and the important role they play in our diverse and inclusive workforce. STARability matches individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to supportive, inclusive employers. Through STARability’s vocational services, participants learn job skills, explore career opportunities and find employment with businesses that believe in their abilities. “Inclusive employers throughout the community are the foundation of our vocational services program,” said Karen Govern, CEO of STARability Foundation. “We appreciate each and every one for providing life-changing opportunities for participants. Our successful matches are made possible through the support of vocational partners that truly believe in our STARs.” Currently, STARability partners with a variety of organizations for vocational training and employment opportunities, including Air Bar Blowouts & Extensions, Arthrex, Avow, BCB Homes, Cosmos Ristorante & Pizzeria, Driftwood Garden Center, Golisano Children's Museum of Naples (CMON), House of Gaia, Laces of Love, Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza, Naples Art, Naples Botanical Garden, Naples Therapeutic Riding Center, Oakes Farm Market, Pampered Pet Resorts, Publix, Seed to Table, St. Matthew’s House, Stofft Cooney Architects, Tacos & Tequila Cantina, The Collective and The Naples Players. As an approved provider for the Florida Department of Education Vocational Rehabilitation, STARability offers job readiness services and connects individuals with local employers and job training sites, providing comprehensive services such as a skill and interest inventory, interview preparation and onsite job coaching. Vocational rehabilitation services are available to all STAR participants and any individuals seeking community employment. Additionally, STARability employs participants at both its main office and its STAR Store & Studio, located in the Naples Design District. To learn more about STARability’s vocations services, visit STARability.org. For nearly four decades, STARability Foundation has been shining a light on abilities, not disabilities. Formed by a small community of caring parents, STARability has become one of Southwest Florida’s leading nonprofits. Today, the organization is opening a world of possibilities for hundreds of individuals ages 14 and older by offering a variety of inclusive programs focused on vocational training, continuing education, teamwork, social engagement and community involvement. Their compassionate team supports people with disabilities by providing life-transforming opportunities that emphasize teamwork and a connection to the community while strengthening awareness and respect for individual abilities. To learn more about the services and program offerings available, please visit STARability.org.
STARability Foundation recognizes vocational partners
during National Disability Employment Awareness Month
NAPLES, Fla. (Oct. 18, 2022) – STARability Foundation is recognizing its vocational partners in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, observed annually in October. This year’s theme – “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation” – celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities and the important role they play in our diverse and inclusive workforce.
STARability matches individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to supportive, inclusive employers. Through STARability’s vocational services, participants learn job skills, explore career opportunities and find employment with businesses that believe in their abilities.
“Inclusive employers throughout the community are the foundation of our vocational services program,” said Karen Govern, CEO of STARability Foundation. “We appreciate each and every one for providing life-changing opportunities for participants. Our successful matches are made possible through the support of vocational partners that truly believe in our STARs.”
Currently, STARability partners with a variety of organizations for vocational training and employment opportunities, including Air Bar Blowouts & Extensions, Arthrex, Avow, BCB Homes, Cosmos Ristorante & Pizzeria, Driftwood Garden Center, Golisano Children's Museum of Naples (CMON), House of Gaia, Laces of Love, Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza, Naples Art, Naples Botanical Garden, Naples Therapeutic Riding Center, Oakes Farm Market, Pampered Pet Resorts, Publix, Seed to Table, St. Matthew’s House, Stofft Cooney Architects, Tacos & Tequila Cantina, The Collective and The Naples Players.
As an approved provider for the Florida Department of Education Vocational Rehabilitation, STARability offers job readiness services and connects individuals with local employers and job training sites, providing comprehensive services such as a skill and interest inventory, interview preparation and onsite job coaching. Vocational rehabilitation services are available to all STAR participants and any individuals seeking community employment. Additionally, STARability employs participants at both its main office and its STAR Store & Studio, located in the Naples Design District.
To learn more about STARability’s vocations services, visit STARability.org.
For nearly four decades, STARability Foundation has been shining a light on abilities, not disabilities. Formed by a small community of caring parents, STARability has become one of Southwest Florida’s leading nonprofits. Today, the organization is opening a world of possibilities for hundreds of individuals ages 14 and older by offering a variety of inclusive programs focused on vocational training, continuing education, teamwork, social engagement and community involvement. Their compassionate team supports people with disabilities by providing life-transforming opportunities that emphasize teamwork and a connection to the community while strengthening awareness and respect for individual abilities. To learn more about the services and program offerings available, please visit STARability.org.