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CAREERS Support Solutions Hosts Annual Comedy Show on April 12th

February 26, 2024, Valhalla, NY – Get ready to laugh! CAREERS Support Solutions will hold a fundraising Comedy Show on April 12th to benefit its programs and services to help people with disabilities. Tickets are ONLY $75 and include an amazing lineup of 9 comedians, appetizers, a buffet dinner, dessert and an open wine/beer bar. The event will be held at Travelers Rest, 25 Route 100, Ossining.

The comedian lineup includes Dimitri Giatrakis, Vicki Sanches, Dr. Blain Langberg, Anthony Sanches, Susan Schatzie, Matt Orefice, Lou Ann Daprato, Bill Greene and Barbara Miller.

Tina Cornish-Lauria, Executive Director of CAREERS, is delighted to offer this new fundraising event. “Tickets are only $75, which is very reasonable for a comedy show, dinner and an open wine/beer bar,” she said. “And the best part is that proceeds will help fund our innovative programs to help people with disabilities get, and keep, jobs they can succeed in.”

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 CAREERS Support Solutions is a not-for-profit organization that provides support services to hundreds of individuals annually throughout Westchester, Putnam and lower Dutchess Counties. CAREERS mission is to empower people with disabilities by teaching workforce readiness skills and providing job placement, on-the-job training, and ongoing support – at no cost to the individual or employer. Learn more at https://careerssupportsolutions.org

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Nary LoPuzzo Honored by Westchester County

October 6, 2023, Valhalla, NYCAREERS Support Solutions’ client Nary LoPuzzo received the Longevity Award at today’s Westchester County National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) ceremony. CAREERS is a not-for-profit organizatio whose mission is to provide the skills and support people with disabilities need to become gainfully employed. Nary has been a valued ShopRite employee for 21 years. CAREERS’ unique mix of workforce skills training and job coaching has enabled Nary, and hundreds of others like her, to become successfully employed and truly be part of their communities.

Westchester County Executive George Latimer congratulated Nary and the other award winners, and noted that gainful employment helps anyone, not just people with disabilities, have a sense of dignity and self-worth. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month when the contributions of workers with disabilities are recognized.

Tina Cornish-Lauria, Executive Director of CAREERS, said that “the NDEAM Awards are a significant way to focus attention on the accomplishments of people with disabilities and the employers who provide a diverse workplace. People with disabilities are the nation’s largest minority group. We are so proud of Nary and our other clients who bring their best to work every day and demonstrate what people with disabilities can accomplish.”

“We are so proud of Nary’s accomplishments. She worked hard to develop her customer service skills and advocate for herself to get the position she wanted,” said Rebecca Appleyard, CAREERS Carmel Program Coordinator. “We are also grateful to ShopRite and other employers who see the value of hiring people with disabilities.”

Also honored today were nine other CAREERS clients: Eileen Morra, a fitting room attendant at T.J. Maxx; Jack Silverstein, a maintenance associate at Costco; Legend Greene, a data analyst at Market Cast; Marcey Pietarinen, an associate at Forever 21 and Stop & Shop; Matthew Diaz, a cart retriever at ShopRite; Michael George, a store merchandiser at Stop & Shop; Ronny Ortega, a maintenance worker at ShopRite; Roxanne Williams, a receptionist at the New York State Office of Professional Discipline; and Stephen Barker, a stock associate at BJ’s.

Also honored were CAREERS employers Market Cast, Forever 21 in White Plains; the New York State Office of Professional Discipline in Port Chester; ShopRite in Croton and Thornwood; and Stop & Shop in Eastchester.

CAREERS Support Solutions provides support services to hundreds of individuals annually throughout Westchester, Putnam and lower Dutchess Counties. CAREERS mission is to empower people with disabilities by teaching workforce readiness skills and providing job placement, on-the-job training, and ongoing support to assure long-term success – at no cost to the individual or employer. For more information visit www.careerssupportsolutions.org

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People with Disabilities Make a Difference

July 12, 2023, Carmel, NY The parks in Putnam County have less litter these days thanks to the volunteer clean-up efforts of the men in CAREERS Support Solutions Ambition In Motion (AIM) program — an innovative program for adults with developmental disabilities. CAREERS is a private non-profit located in Carmel and their AIM program teaches the interpersonal and social skills needed for independent living. The AIM group truly enjoys volunteering in the community and taking part in recreational and social outings.

“The guys in AIM love to go to the skate park in the Jimmy McDonough Memorial Park in Carmel to pick up litter and we go at least once a week,” says Dan Ramirez, CAREERS Community Instructor. “We also pick up litter in other Putnam County parks. The guys enjoy giving back to the community and it gives them a sense of purpose.”

The women in the AIM program are also active volunteers for the Humane Society and local food pantries. They sort donations and package food for distribution for the Hillside Food Outreach in Mount Kisco and Second Chance Foods in Brewster.

Tina Cornish-Lauria, Executive Director of CAREERS, said that “volunteering brings tremendous benefits to people in the community and also to those who donate their time to help others. People with disabilities need to feel they are a part of their community, and volunteering is the ideal way to give them a sense of purpose and learn skills.”

CAREERS Support Solutions provides support services to hundreds of individuals annually throughout Westchester, Putnam and lower Dutchess Counties. CAREERS mission is to empower people with disabilities by teaching workforce readiness skills and providing job placement, on-the-job training, and ongoing support to assure long-term success – at no cost to the individual or employer. Read more..

Three New Board Members

March 13, 2023, Valhalla, NY Three new members have joined the Board of Directors of CAREERS Support Solutions, a private non-profit that provides job training and placement for individuals with learning, intellectual, developmental, psychiatric and/or physical disabilities. CAREERS welcomes banker Erik Martin; special education advocate and attorney Alison Morris; and human resources director Melissa Strauss to the board.

Tina Cornish-Lauria, Executive Director of CAREERS, said the organization’s Board of Directors are all volunteers who oversee the agency. “The board serves a vital role in governing CAREERS,” she said. “We are fortunate to attract people with different professional backgrounds to serve in our mission to help people with disabilities achieve their greatest potential. We are delighted to welcome Erik, Alison and Melissa. Their expertise and talent are wonderful additions to the board.” Read more…

CAREERS Opens Thrift Shop

May 3, 2022, Carmel, NY – CAREERS Support Solutions Thrift Shop at 208 Route 52 is now open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The shop, staffed by volunteers and eventually CAREERS clients, will benefit CAREERS programs of job training and placement for individuals with learning, intellectual, developmental, psychiatric and/or physical disabilities.

Tina Cornish-Lauria, Executive Director of CAREERS, said the new shop is walking distance from ShopRite. “This is a great opportunity for CAREERS clients to learn retail skills such as stocking shelves, customer service and using a cash register. The shop will also allow us to provide work try-outs for students and new clients, to see where their skills and interests lie,” she explained. “We look forward to showing the public how people with disabilities perform necessary roles in the workplace and become valued team members.”

The shop will accept donations of gently used women’s and men’s clothing, shoes, jewelry, household goods, and other items, keeping them out of landfills while providing unique and affordable treasures to all members of the community. All purchases and donations fund CAREERS supported work programs and are tax deductible as allowed by law.

CAREERS 34th Anniversary Celebration

Valhalla, New York, November 18th, 2021 – CAREERS Support Solutions celebrated 34 years of helping people with disabilities achieve dignity and financial independence during a virtual celebration on Wednesday, November 17th.  (Read more)
 

CAREERS Receives Empire Award from Senator Harckham

Carmel, New York July 27, 2021 – CAREERS Support Solutions received the New York State Empire Award, dedicated for organizations who have made a significant contribution for the betterment of their community. To mark Disability Pride Month, State Senator Pete Harckham honored CAREERS… (Read more)

CAREERS Annual Celebration press release 2020

Valhalla, New York, November 12, 2020 – CAREERS Support Solutions celebrated 33 years of helping people with disabilities achieve the dignity, financial independence and sense of community they deserve through having jobs they enjoy during a virtual celebration on Tuesday, November 10th

CAREERS Employer Nomination for S & H Uniform

Valhalla, NY ,  June 15, 2020 CAREERS Support Solutions is pleased to nominate S & H Uniform located in White Plains, NY for a NDEAM 2020 Statewide Award.  For 18 years, S & H Uniform, a 51-year old business apparel and footwear manufacturer, has employed over 20 CAREERS clients in paid jobs and paid internships, thus demonstrating unwavering dedication to our mission of providing jobs long-term and ongoing support to people with developmental, emotional and physical disabilities

Putnam County Mentoring Day 2019

Carmel, New York, May 22, 2019 …. Learning by doing made for a successful 8th Annual Mentoring Day, a collaboration with CAREERS Support Solutions (CAREERS) and Putnam County government. Mentors from County Departments were paired with students and adults with disabilities who are interested in learning the skills they need to be successfully employed.

CAREERS Expands Programs to Dutchess County, Adds New “On Course for College”

Valhalla, NY – February 4, 2019 – Dutchess County residents with disabilities now have a new resource to help them find a job suited to their skills and interests, as CAREERS now assists individuals in lower Dutchess County … (read more)

Putnam County Government Welcomes Mentoring Day Participants

Carmel, New York, May 25, 2018 …. Area residents had an opportunity to learn by mentoring with Putnam County staff as part of the Seventh Annual Mentoring Day, a collaboration with CAREERS Support Solutions, Carmel High School, The ARC of Putnam and Putnam County government. (Read more)

Kevin Ross Joins CAREERS Board of Directors

Valhalla, New York –­ April 10, 2018 – Kevin Ross, Executive Vice President and Owner of S & H Uniforms in White Plains, has joined the Board of Directors of CAREERS Support Solutions. CAREERS provides job training, placement and ongoing support for individuals with disabilities throughout Westchester and Putnam Counties. (Read more)

Labels Campaign Sparks Conversations About Difficulties Individuals with Disabilities Face in the Workplace

Portland, Oregon – August 29, 2017 – Standard Insurance Company continues its campaign to help employers understand the importance of addressing stigmatizing labels that people with a disability….. (read more)

Westchester County Hosts Spring Mentoring Day

White Plains, New York – Westchester County students and adults had another chance to work at a job that interests them as CAREERS Support Solutions coordinated a spring Mentoring Day on May 24.  (read  more)

CAREERS Support Solutions – New Name, Same Vital Mission.

Valhalla and Carmel, New York –­ February 8, 2017 – CAREERS Support Solutions is the new name of the 30-year old non-profit organization formerly known as CAREERS for People with Disabilities. The organization continues to provide job training, placement and ongoing support for individuals with disabilities in Westchester and Putnam Counties.  (read more)

Mentoring Day 2016 in Putnam County

Carmel, New York — Putnam County residents were given the opportunity to work at a job that interests them as CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. (CAREERS) coordinated the fifth Annual Mentoring Day on October 25th. A collaboration with Putnam County Executive Mary Ellen Odell,  (read more)

Westchester County Hosts 2016 Mentoring Day

 White Plains, NY…. New Rochelle High School Project Search students were given the opportunity to explore a field that interests them as CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. (CAREERS) coordinated the fourth annual Mentoring Day on October 27th. (read more)

CAREERS 2016 Anniversary Celebration

Valhalla, New York, October 24th, 2016 – CAREERS for People with Disabilities celebrated 29 years of providing job placement services and the employment anniversaries of over 200 clients at their Annual Anniversary Celebration October 20th. The Annual event was sponsored by PepsiCo Enable, Curry Automotive and Board President Marianne Brown of Mt. Kisco….(Read more)

TD Charitable Foundation Continues Support for
CAREERS

December 2, 2015 – Carmel, New York – The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, once again donated $2,500 to CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. (CAREERS) as part of the foundations commitment to giving back to the community. (Read more)

 

Hannaford Charitable Foundation grants $5,000 for CAREERS

Valhalla, New York, September 1 – The Hannaford Charitable Foundation today announced a $5,000 donation to CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. to support their School-to-Work Transition Program, which aids high school students with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining employment. (Read more)

CAREERS celebrates 28 years

Carmel, New York, October 7th, 2015 – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. (CAREERS) celebrated 28 years of providing job placement services and the employment anniversaries of 217 of their current clients at their Annual Anniversary Celebration, sponsored by PepsiCo Enable and Curry Automotive, on October 6th. (Read more)

Putnam County Government Hosts Mentoring Day participants

Carmel, New York ….. Putnam County residents with disabilities were given the opportunity to work at a job that interests them as CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. (CAREERS) coordinated the fourth Disability Mentoring Day on October 21st. A collaboration with Putnam County Executive Mary Ellen Odell and County Departments, the event paired mentors from throughout the County with individuals with disabilities.  (Read more)

Hitachi Metals America, Ltd. and Peoples United Community Foundation Award Grants to CAREERS

Valhalla, New York, April 14, 2014 – Grants from Hitachi Metals America, Ltd. and Peoples United Community Foundation will support CAREERS   (Read more)

H.O.P.E. For Youth and Entergy Award Grants to CAREERS

Carmel, New York – February 24, 2014...Grants from The H.O.P.E. For Youth Foundation and Entergy have gotten the new year off to a great start for CAREERS for People with Disabilities … (Read more)

Westchester County Hosts Disability Mentoring Day with CAREERS

White Plains, New York – October 18, 2013 …. Disabled residents from throughout Westchester County were given the opportunity to work in a field that interests them as CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Westchester County… (Read more…)

Putnam County Hosts  Second Annual Mentoring Day with CAREERS

Carmel, New York – October 18, 2013 … Twenty three Putnam County disabled residents were given the opportunity to work in a field that interests them as CAREERS for People with Disabilities coordinated the second Disability Mentoring Day on October 17th. (Read more…)

Susan Lauer Joins CAREERS Board of Directors

Valhalla,  New York – September 18, 2013 … Susan Lauer, Principal of Aspire Consulting in Hyde Park, New York, was named to CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. Board of Directors.  (Read more…)

Ann M. Tucker Joins CAREERS Advisory Board

Rye Brook,  New York – June 24, 2013 … Ann M. Tucker, founder and President of A.M. Tucker and Company, one of Westchester’s premiere fundraising organizations for more than 25 years, has joined CAREERS for People with Disabilities Advisory Board. (Read more…)

TD Charitable Foundation Supports CAREERS

Carmel, New York – June 5, 2013 … TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, recently donated $2,500 to CAREERS for People with Disabilities….(Read more…)

Hitachi Metals Awards grant to CAREERS

Valhalla, New York – April 1, 2013  CAREERS for People with Disabilities has been awarded a $6,000 grant from Hitachi Metals America Ltd., to support our Workforce Readiness, Placement and Training Program.   (Read more…)

CAREERS chosen by Staples Associate to Recieve $1,000 grant

Valhalla, New York – January 18, 2013 … CAREERS for People with Disabilities has been awarded $1,000 by Staples Foundation, the private charitable arm of Staples, Inc., under a new program that lets Staples associates direct donations.     (Read more….)

Putnam County Transportation Task Force Formed

Carmel, New York – January 30 … A group tasked with updating and improving Putnam County’s Transportation System held their organizational meeting January 29.  (Read more…)

CAREERS for People with Disabilities receives grant from Hudson City Savings

White Plains, New York – February 4  CAREERS for People with Disabilities was honored to receive a $2,000 grant from Hudson City Savings Bank recently   (Read More…)

Putnam Community Service Network Honors Tina Cornish-Lauria

Carmel, New York … Executive Director Tina Cornish-Lauria received a Professional Career
Recognition Award by the Putnam Community Service Network. Read more

CAREERS Celebrates 25 Years of Providing Services

(Valhalla, NY) CAREERS celebrated its twenty-fifth year as the most successful supported work program in the area. – Read more

Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Award CAREERS one of First Grants in Putnam County

CAREERS Appoints Ginny Fitzgerald to Board

Valhalla, NY – – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc.,  announces that Ginny Fitzgerald has joined its board of directors.  Read more

CAREERS Announces Stanley Kulesa Joins Board 

Valhalla, NY – – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc.,  announces that Stanley Kulesa has been appointed to its Board of Directors.  Read More 

CAREERS Appoints Nancy Pearson to Board and Honors Irene Thompson for Service

(Valhalla, NY) – – CAREERS announces that Nancy Pearson has joined its board of directors  and that Irene Thompson announced she will move from the board after 15 years of service to serve on the advisory board.  Read More

CAREERS Holds Annual Anniversary Celebration

(Valhalla, NY) – –  Two Hundred (200) CAREERS’ clients, their employers and guests attended the Annual Anniversary Celebration of CAREERS» Read More

CAREERS Appoints Brian Singer to Board

(Valhalla, NY) – – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. announces that Brian P. Singer has joined its Board of Directors Read More

CAREERS Appoints New Board Member

(Valhalla, NY) – – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. announces that Karen J. Brown has joined its Board of Directors Read More»

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Local Business Partners with CAREERS and Receives Award

(Valhalla, NY) – – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. announces that Carmel Movie Theatre, Inc. has received a Local Award for its contribution in providing jobs for individuals with disabilities. Read More »

CAREERS Client and Employer Receive Awards

(Valhalla, NY) — CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. announces that both a client and an employer received special recognition awards at this year’s Achievement Awards Breakfast. » Read More

CAREERS Anniversary Celebration

(Valhalla, NY) — Over 200 CAREERS’ clients, their employers and guests attended the Annual Anniversary Celebration.»Read more

CAREERS Appoints New Board Member

(Valhalla, NY) – CAREERS announces that Marianne C. Brown, President and CEO of Omego, LLC, has joined its Board of Directors. » Read More

Opportunity Knocks Announces CAREERS For People with Disabilities as Award Winner of 3rd Annual Best Nonprofits to Work For

(Valhalla, NY) – Opportunity Knocks announces that CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. is a winner of the 3rd Annual Peoples Choice Best Nonprofit to Work For Awards.  Winners were selected from nominations based on employee essay submissions. » Read More

CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. Celebrates Thirteenth Annual Anniversary Celebration

(Valhalla, NY) – Over 250 CAREERS’ clients, their employers and guests attended the Thirteenth Annual Anniversary Celebration of CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. on Tuesday, June 30, at PepsiCo World Headquarters in Purchase. » Read more

Mary Fitzgerald Receives Award at National Disability Employment Awareness Month Breakfast

Valhalla, NY – – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. (CAREERS) announces that one of their clients, Mary Fitzgerald, received the prestigious Employee Longevity Award at this year’s Achievement Awards Breakfast. » Read more

Little People of Mahopac, Inc. Wins Award for Furthering Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities

Valhalla, NY – – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. (CAREERS) announces that Little People of Mahopac, Inc. has received a Local Award for its contribution in providing jobs for individuals with disabilities. » Read more

CAREERS Appoints New Board Members

Valhalla, NY – – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to finding productive employment for individuals with disabilities, announces the following people have recently joined its board of directors: » Read more

CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. Receives $25,000 from the Walmart Foundation to Enhance its Employment Program

VALHALLA, New York, June 30, 2009 – CAREERS for People with Disabilities, Inc. today received a $25,000 contribution to assist with its employment program for individuals with disabilities throughout Westchester and Putnam counties. » Read more