Hills & Dales Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Hills & Dales is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities lead meaningful lives, which includes supporting them in finding and sustaining meaningful employment. As of October 2024, Hills & Dales proudly supports 27 individuals who are actively working with the help of job coaching and development.

One standout success story is Brandon. Since his graduation in 2017, Brandon has participated in the Hills & Dales Day Habilitation program, where he frequently volunteered and thrived in various cleaning tasks. The staff at Hills & Dales worked closely with him to build his confidence and pride in his work, sparking a new interest in the idea of employment. With the encouragement and support of his team, Brandon began talking about work as a positive goal, ultimately leading to the job development process and his hire at Pizza Ranch, a local restaurant.

Today, Brandon enjoys his job at Pizza Ranch, where he works a few hours each day, gradually expanding his experience. His role includes essential cleaning and prep tasks before the restaurant opens, contributing to the team’s smooth operation. He has also built strong connections with his coworkers, making his employment both productive and fulfilling. Hills & Dales, along with Brandon’s family and friends, are incredibly proud of his hard work and dedication to achieving his goal of meaningful employment.