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Hi,

I'm a personal agent (read:case manager) at a brokerage that provides services to adults with developmental disabilties. As a personal agent, I see persons with developmental disabilities that are very eager and able to work. I also see hesitant employers who are fearful of taking risks in this economically uncertain time. As a result, I think a discussion around employment for adults with developmental disabilities would make for an excellent Think Out Loud. The state of Oregon is launching a campaign, Employment First, that is designed to facilitate the employment of persons with disabilties. I imagine a panel of employees with disabilities, employers who have hired such employees, business owners who are skeptical about doing so, representatives from Employment First, etc.

I would be happy to contribute any information I am able regarding this idea.

You can reach me at: jettford777@msn.com

I hope that you consider this important subject as a potential topic for your show, Think Out Loud.

Thank you,

Laah Wallace

posted 1 year, 5 months ago
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