Debbie Pacheco’s Post

We like to say we are powered by purpose. The products we make, the services we provide, and the support that gets extended to over 4,000 people each year go hand in hand with outcomes for people like Terrence, who said "the day you come to Alphapointe is one of the worst of your life." His admission is related to the act of accepting – reluctantly - the loss of sight ... and the need for assistance in regaining independence. The thing is, the act of getting on a bus, of learning technology, of understanding new ways to use computers, smart phones, or even navigating the workplace ... those tie back to occupational therapy and rehabilitation, which also tie back to those products we first mentioned. Those products don’t just provide jobs for people with vision loss. They also help support Alphapointe’s mission of serving the vision loss community in a variety of ways. We are a business. But that business puts us in the business of serving people with vision loss so they can find their way back to meaningful work and an independent life.

Are we not already seeing this on an increasing scale anyway? Super-partnerships and national providers are becoming ever-more common, so I'm failing to see the groundbreaking wisdom of recommending something that is already on the increase. The caveat that it's not mandatory though is key.. this would never work in rural areas and it fails to take into account differences in culture, approach, values, ethos etc. Super-partnerships work when you have a collective set of values, but some practices are just better of working independently... PCNs are there to bridge that gap. #gpjobs #nhsjobs #generalpractice #primarycare #menloparkprimarycare Menlo Park Recruitment

Existing barriers may impede access to vocational rehabilitation, however there are strategies that can mitigate these barriers. This Outreach Guide presents solutions and strategies to enhance vocational rehabilitation outreach. https://ow.ly/rxZw50TeyTR #VocationalRehabilitation #DisabilityEmployment #WorkplaceInclusion #outreach

Inclusive recruitment is of course so important. I found this an interesting topic to consider and research. Fitzgerald HR #worldautismacceptanceweek #autismacceptance #inclusiverecruitment #inclusivehiring #talentacquisition

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Ever thought that having a personal assistant might make parts of your life easier? The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offered to Lifespan employees is like having your own virtual personal assistant for much of life’s obstacles. We’ve partnered with NexGen EAP to provide a range of services to employees, including counseling, legal and financial consultations, child and elder care resources, mindfulness and mental health resources, and more! It’s just one of the benefits of working at Lifespan—find out all of the benefits and apply for open positions at jobs.lifespan.org. #ChildCare #ElderCare #Counseling #LegalConsultation #FinancialConsultation #Benefits #NowHiring #TalentAcquisition

Only about 30% of autistic individuals in the UK are employed. How can organisations enhance their hiring practices and eliminate barriers to ensure more autistic people have access to work opportunities? Additionally, what steps can be taken to better support autistic employees in the workplace?

#Supported_employment practically means that individuals with #specialneeds, in a workplace environment with the support of psychologists in this field, learn and experience all the necessary #skills for #interaction and #employment.

By helping individuals with disabilities or health conditions build skills and secure meaningful employment, it not only fosters independence but also promotes seamless integration into the workforce. Discover how tailored support and accommodations can make a significant difference in achieving career goals and enhancing quality of life. #vocationalrehabilitation #disabilityawareness #accessibility #workforcedevelopment #transformlives #3DMS

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