We're proud to share the news: Luanne Welch, President and CEO to Easterseals UCP North Carolina & Virginia, received the Triangle Business Journal's Women in Business Award for Non-Profit Leadership.
Two-year-old Davian, who has Down Syndrome, is becoming more independent thanks to the hard work of staff at Dorothy Spainhour Child Development Center. He is feeding himself, following directions and interacting with classmates!
The support of Individual and Community Services staff helps Chris achieve new skills and reach goals. He's hitting one out of the park! Learn more about how Easterseals UCP can help your family.
Easterseals UCP Transition To Employment program prepares high school students and adults ages 16-26 years old with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for employment.
Job Exploration
Activities to explore career interests and abilities
Workplace Readiness Training
Development of soft skills, workplace communication and behavior, indpendent living skills and accessing transportation
Work-Based Learning Experiences
Informational Interviews, job shadowing/mentoring, worksite tours, volunteering or internships
Instruction in Self Advocacy
Learning about rights and responsibilities, how to request accommodations on the job and participating in youth leadership activities in the community
Referral to Vocational Rehabilitation
Learning to make a self-referral to Vocational Rehabilitation Services for Supported Employment
Creating a Work Life Balance
Learning skills to support wellness and recreation
Transition To Employment Program Locations and Information: Ahoskie103 Loftin LaneAhoskie, NC 27910252-513-8168EmailElizabeth City904 W. Ehringhaus St. Suite 8Elizabeth City, NC 27909252-562-6221Email
Special thanks to Trillium Health Resources for supporting the Easterseals UCP Transition To Employment program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Eastern North Carolina.
Easterseals UCP Transition To Employment program prepares high school students and adults ages 16-26 years old with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for employment.
