How Chris Contributes to Our Community
Some people are natural-born ‘super connectors’ – people who thrive on interaction with others, stay active with multiple groups, and always do what they can to be of service to others. Chris is one of those people. “He’s very caring about other people,” says his...
The Chance of a Lifetime
One of the first things you’ll notice about 22-year-old Chance is his mega-watt smile or his friendly and outgoing personality. His positive attitude and genuinely cheerful demeanor make him well-suited for the demanding role of Courtesy Clerk at the busy Berwick...
The Scoop on Jackson’s Success
As spring turns into summer and Coronavirus restrictions are beginning to ease, lots of folks are eager to find safe ways to enjoy themselves and beat the summer heat. And at Leopold’s Ice Cream, a Savannah ice cream tradition and one of EmployAbility’s employer...
Mollie – Impacting Young Lives at the Y
When the Coronavirus hit, YMCA branches across the country closed their doors to members, uncertain of when they could reopen to the public. Demand of frontline workers created an urgent need for childcare for families of medical personnel, essential employees and...
Paul Helps People Breathe Easy
Paul has always been creative. It runs in his family – both of his parents were ‘makers,’ and they passed that skill to Paul and his sister, Paula. Paul has a talent for needlepoint, while Paula is a professional photographer who also enjoys knitting, crocheting, and...
Jazzmine – A Recipe for Greatness
Jazzmine has always enjoyed being in the kitchen. Cooking and taking care of people have been constant themes in Jazzmine’s life, ever since her Grandmother starting teaching her how to navigate the kitchen at age 7. Because of her instinct to take care of others...
EmployAbility Welcomes Kat Thompson as Director of Training and Supported Employment
Kat Thompson has joined EmployAbility as the Director of Training and Supported Employment, a position previously held by current CEO/President Brendan Ferrara. In this role, Thompson will oversee EmployAbility’s Pre-Vocational Training program, The Academy, as well...
Amani – Feeding the Soul
Amani had just started her job as a Cook at The Habersham House just two months before the Coronavirus hit and the entire world seemed to turn upside down. Although she was no stranger to the kitchen, Amani admits it was a challenge to no longer have the interaction...