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FedEx Partnership Opens Door for Employment for People With I/DD 

Shawn Calkins has held several jobs in the past couple of years including working as a banquet server at a catering hall and a custodian at a local school. He says in the end he just really enjoys working with people and gaining new experiences. 

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Read more about We Need More Staff: Raising Awareness of Challenges in the I/DD Field One Politician at a Time 
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We Need More Staff: Raising Awareness of Challenges in the I/DD Field One Politician at a Time 

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Read more about Getting a Fair Chance: How Inclusion & Equity Matter for People With I/DD
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Getting a Fair Chance: How Inclusion & Equity Matter for People With I/DD

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Read more about Transition Services Bridge Gap for People With I/DD Coming Out of Jail
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Transition Services Bridge Gap for People With I/DD Coming Out of Jail

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Read more about Neurodiversity Takes Center Stage at Central Park Challenge  
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Neurodiversity Takes Center Stage at Central Park Challenge  

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Read more about Increasing Independence for Children With Disabilities Through Smart Technology
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Increasing Independence for Children With Disabilities Through Smart Technology

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Read more about Taking the Fear Out of Dental Visits for Patients With Developmental Disabilities 
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Taking the Fear Out of Dental Visits for Patients With Developmental Disabilities 

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Read more about Tackling School Removals One Student at a Time
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Tackling School Removals One Student at a Time

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Read more about Students With Disabilities Shine in Internship Program 
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Students With Disabilities Shine in Internship Program 

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Read more about Looking Ahead to YAI Advocacy in 2023
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Looking Ahead to YAI Advocacy in 2023

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Read more about Foster Dog Brings New Purpose to YAI Residence 
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Foster Dog Brings New Purpose to YAI Residence 

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