Thanksgiving Day 2024
Reflections on Thanksgiving In Thanksgiving, we find a powerful connection to the invaluable work of Jawonio and its dedicated staff. Thanksgiving is...
Veterans Day 2024
VETERANS DAY 2024 This Veterans Day, we want to take a moment to honor all those who have served our country. Your...
Election Day 2024
Election Day is Tomorrow: 11/5/24 The Importance of Voting for Jawonio and Beyond Voting is a fundamental right that empowers individuals...
The Article 16 Clinic at Jawonio: A Haven for Hope and Healing
The Article 16 Clinic at Jawonio: A Haven for Hope and Healing “What I am most proud of as Director of the...
Labor Day and Jawonio Employment Services
Labor Day and Jawonio: Celebrating the Power of Work “Every worker, regardless of their abilities, deserves the opportunity to contribute, to find...
CEO Newsletter: Summer 2024
CEO Newsletter, Summer 2024 A Message from Randi Rios-Castro, CEO Randi Rios-Castro, CEO The summer season has brought some wonderful memories for...
ESPY Award Winner Hannah Smith
Jawonio Cheers for ESPY Winner Hannah Smith! “I wanted to make a project for people with disabilities, for young people with disabilities...
Independence Day
Jawonio: Where Democracy and Independence Empower People with Disabilities While fireworks light up the sky for July 4th festivities tomorrow and through...
Employee Spotlight Lucille Kelly
Recently, we wrapped up another wonderful school year at our preschool. This week, we shine the spotlight on one of our outstanding...
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom and Parallels with the Disability Rights Movement
Juneteenth and Jawonio: Celebrating Freedom and Opportunity for All “The struggles for racial justice and disability rights are deeply intertwined,” she says....
Employee Spotlight Julio Vargas
For 36 years, Julio Vargas has been devoted to the people in his care and the Jawonio mission. As a huge fan...
CEO Newsletter: Spring 2024
CEO Newsletter, Spring 2024 So Much Good Happens Here Inspiring Others Randi Rios-Castro, CEO Hello Spring! We welcome the new season of...
Partnering With Your School District to Support Your Child’s Needs
Partnering With Your School District to Support Your Child’s Needs Dr. Heidi McCarthy, PhD, Program Director, Education Services, Jawonio As we celebrate...
Occupational Therapy Month
April is Occupational Therapy Month In recognition of Occupational Therapy Month, we are delighted to welcome and get to know Darven Francois,...
Employee Spotlight Christine Curley
JAWONIO EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: Christine CurleyTeam Leader, Day Habilitation ProgramRecreation Coordinator “What makes Christine’s contribution truly exceptional is her commitment to...
Employee Spotlight Jamila Grampus
Employee Spotlight: Jamila Grampus-Astwood During the month of March, we celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. This week, we shine the spotlight on...
Kansas City Chiefs vs San Francisco 49ers Set For Super Bowl LVIII
Inclusion of ASL at the Super Bowl Makes a Global Difference With Super Bowl LVIII almost here, will Patrick Mahomes and Travis...
Program Spotlight Cleaning Company
“I enjoy working as a team with my cleaning staff and knowing that I have made a difference that day whether it’s...
Employee Spotlight Gerthy Declonat
Gerthy Declonat House Manager, Salmon Family Home Our first blog featuring members of our Jawonio family is Gerthy Declonat. Gerthy has been...
Employee Spotlight James McNeil
Celebrating National Disabilities Employment Awareness Month This week our Employee Spotlight is on James McNeil, who works for the Jawonio Cleaning Company....
Employee Spotlight Alirio Magana
OCTOBER IS NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, this week’s Employee Spotlight is on Alirio...
Employee Spotlight Steven Schwartz
SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH This year’s theme is: “Every Person, Every Family, Every Community” which emphasizes that recovery is possible for...
Employee Spotlight Marieb Castin
Join our team and find your passion! This week, our “Employee Spotlight” shines on Marieb Castin. Marieb is a Direct Support Professional...
CEO Newsletter: August 2023
A Message from Randi Rios-Castro, CEO Randi Rios-Castro, CEO I am pleased to share my August newsletter with you and hope that...
Employee Spotlight Diamond Choute
Join our team and find your passion! This Week’s “Employee Spotlight” shines brightly on Diamond Choute. Diamond is a Direct Support Professional...
