Sean – Success Story
Sean does not let spinal cord injury stop him from living life. Click on the picture or here to view this video.
Sean does not let spinal cord injury stop him from living life. Click on the picture or here to view this video.
In this CBS 12 story see how Maria helped Alex obtain a job and become successful after suffering a traumatic brain injury. Click on the picture or here to view this video.
This television clip shows an Independence Works customer, Zach, working at Alco Boynton Cinema. Whether he's acting on the stage, walking the red carpet at a Hollywood premiere, or traveling the west coast promoting his most recent film, performing is Zach Gottsagen's lifeblood; it's what fuels him. Zach is an accomplished artist - he's also [...]
We are pleased to share this news video from WPBF-TV channel 25 in Palm Gardens, FL, showcasing Paula M., an Independence Works Success Story, and Cinepolis, her employer. Click on the picture or here to view this video.
Florida VR services piloted a new program for youth 14-22 with disabilities for Peer Mentoring services. The intensive and time limited services are used to connect youth to long term community services and resources by delivering the initial social supports needed to effectively engage the youth in postsecondary training, education and employment. This is a [...]
(Chicago, IL) - Jordan Berman was struggling to find a job. A recent graduate from Florida Atlantic University with a newly minted degree in computer science and mathematics, Berman had it all; the education, the intellect and the drive to become an exceptional employee. There was just one problem – he couldn’t get past the [...]
(Riviera Beach, FL) - When two innovative and forward-thinking Florida companies come together, it can be life changing. Alcides (AJ) Monroig Jr. of West Palm Beach wanted a job. It’s an easy ask for most but for someone with a disability, it can be a little more challenging. “One day I got a letter from the Florida Division [...]
(Jupiter, FL) - Keith Grieser is a pretty amazing young man. Actually, determined would be a more accurate way to describe how Keith lives his life. Born with cerebral palsy, Keith has little control over his body. He uses a wheelchair to move about his world and he requires the use of an adaptive audio [...]