October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which recognizes the impact of people with disabilities in the workplace. Many members of the Flint & Genesee Chamber are employers who offer people with disabilities opportunities to gain work experience and find resources and support that can help them throughout their lives. Here are two local businesses that uplift people with disabilities.

 

Fernco

Davison’s Fernco is a company dedicated to doing things the right way, with a strong ethical foundation and commitment to the community. The business makes connections, couplings, and more. The business offers the SPARK program, which hires employees with autism. SPARK stands for Skills, People, Awareness, Resilience, and Knowledge, and focuses on creating jobs for people on the autism spectrum. The SPARK department uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach to work. Beyond work, employees gain self-confidence and work experience that will help them in the future.

 

Peckham

Located in Flint Township, Peckham is a nonprofit federal contractor that empowers people to overcome barriers that may keep them from working. Peckham offers five lines of business: Manufacturing, 3PL & Fulfillment, Custodial Services, Contact Center Solutions, and Revolution Farms, and can also help people find employment elsewhere in the community.

 

Throughout its 50-year history, Peckham has supported and encouraged young people and adults with cognitive, physical, and socio-economic challenges, giving them opportunities to use and grow their abilities and skills. Peckham offers its clients reliable services and products, backed by a workforce driven to exceed every expectation.

 

DISABILITY SUPPORT

The Disability Network

The Disability Network serves Genesee County and works with people with disabilities to help them live independently. Opened in 1992, they have helped thousands of people build their skills and provided peer counseling, advocacy, adult transitional living, information, and referrals. Through its services, advocacy, and community partnerships, the Disability Network empowers clients to live independently and find meaningful work.

 

Disability Works

The Disability Works Committee serves residents and businesses in Genesee County by providing information on employment, training, and accommodations for people with disabilities. The committee includes community leaders and organizations that support individuals with physical or mental challenges who can become great employees and team members.

 

These businesses and more are part of the Flint & Genesee Chamber. Explore their directory today to discover all of the businesses doing great work in their communities.