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Job Fair for Abilis, Helping People With Special Needs, Runs This Monday Through Friday

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Abilis is holding its week-long Job Fair this Monday through Friday, Dec. 6 to 10, at its Greenwich headquarters at 50 Glenville St. — an announcement from Abilis

Prospective employees/job seekers are encouraged to attend the Abilis Job Fair and interview on-site for open positions. Walk-ins are welcome and no appointment necessary! Applicants should come prepared with their resume and be prepared to be interviewed during the job fair.

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Open House for Project Search in Darien, New Work Skills Program for Adults With Special Needs

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An internship program to increase work skills for young adults with developmental disabilities is coming to the Darien YMCA, which is hosting an information session Wednesday, Oct. 6 for anyone interested in learning more about it. — an announcement from Darien YMCA

The Project Search Training Program, is a partnership between the Darien YMCA, the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services and Abilis, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides services for individuals with special needs and their families in lower Fairfield County. Project Search is a nine-month internship for young adults 18 to 30 years old with developmental disabilities. It is targeted for individuals whose goal is competitive employment.

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Learn More on Oct 6 About Darien’s Project Search Internships for Young Adults With Special Needs

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An internship program to increase work skills for young adults with developmental disabilities is coming to the Darien YMCA, which is hosting an information session Wednesday, Oct. 6 for anyone interested in learning more about it. — an announcement from Darien YMCA

The Project Search Training Program, is a partnership between the Darien YMCA, the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services and Abilis, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides services for individuals with special needs and their families in lower Fairfield County. Project Search is a nine-month internship for young adults 18 to 30 years old with developmental disabilities. It is targeted for individuals whose goal is competitive employment.

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Abilis Expands Special Needs Services in Darien With Four Programs This Year, More Expected

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Abilis, a nonprofit that serves people with special needs and their families, will be expanding programs and services in Darien, starting with four programs in the areas of job training, life skills, employment and housing. — an announcement from Abilis

Abilis is now accepting applications for two programs: Abilis LEAP Transitions Program, which helps people acquire life skills, as well as Project SEARCH, a 10-month internship at the Darien YMCA to provide job training. Two other programs are still in the works: Sometime later this year Abilis will open Darien Library Café. Later this summer and early fall, the organization will run the supportive living program for 12 new, large studio apartments on East Lane, as part of the Corbin District project. “Having these four initial Abilis programs, and more to come, in the Darien community, will only strengthen our ability to help more individuals with disabilities or special needs,” said Amy Montimurro, CEO and president of Abilis.

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Recreational, Informative Event for Kids 10 to 14 With a Sibling Who Has a Disability

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Kids from 10-to-14 years old who are brothers and sisters of someone who has a disability are invited to attend an online “Sibshops” workshop from 5 to 6:30 Wednesday, May 19. Sibshops are high-spirited and fun workshops combining recreation, discussion and information. — an announcement from Abilis

The event is organized by Greenwich-based Abilis, which serves those with disabilities in Darien and other towns, primarily in southwest Fairfield County. It will take place on Zoom. Sibshops provides a safe space for siblings to share their thoughts and feelings while also meeting others in similar circumstances and provides a place to enjoy themselves through different recreation activities and through playing games while also learning about the services their brother(s) or sister(s) receive.

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Event May 19 for Kids 10 to 14 With a Sibling Who Has a Disability

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Kids from 10-to-14 years old who are brothers and sisters of someone who has a disability are invited to attend an online “Sibshops” workshop from 5 to 6:30 Wednesday, May 19. Sibshops are high-spirited and fun workshops combining recreation, discussion and information. Note that registration fills up fast, according to the organizer. — an announcement from Abilis

The event is organized by Greenwich-based Abilis, which serves those with disabilities in Darien and other towns, primarily in southwest Fairfield County. It will take place on Zoom.

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Job Fair for Abilis, Which Serves People With Special Needs

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Abilis is hiring! On Saturday, May 1, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Abilis is holding a job fair for prospective employees. The job fair is open for drop-ins, and no registrations are required. — an announcement from Abilis

Those interested in working for Abilis are encouraged to review open positions in advance on the Abilis website. Interviews will be conducted on-site, outdoors with COVID safety precautions in place at the Abilis headquarters, 50 Glenville St., Greenwich.

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Packed With Entertainers, ‘Spring for Abilis’ Online Gala on May 1 Is Free to Attend

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The “Spring for Abilis” virtual gala, organizers promise, will be packed with comedy, entertainment, singing, dancing, the Abilis’ Giving Garden and a live auction appeal. Special guests at the May 1 gala include: actors Brendan and Afton Fraser, musician Rob Mathes, singers Loren Allred and Sharon Catherine Brown, and dancers/choreographers Billy Blanks Jr. and Michael Dameski. — an announcement from Abilis

While the Spring for Abilis gala is free to attend, registration is required at SpringForAbilis.GiveSmart.com. Hosted by entertainer and comedian Brett Walkow, the event is meant to be fun for the whole family. Spring for Abilis is a major fundraiser for the Fairfield County-based nonprofit, which is celebrating its 70th year.

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Abilis, Which Serves People With Special Needs, Holds a Job Fair May 1

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Abilis is hiring! On Saturday, May 1, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Abilis is holding a job fair for prospective employees. The job fair is open for drop-ins, and no registrations are required. — an announcement from Abilis

Those interested in working for Abilis are encouraged to review open positions in advance on the Abilis website. Interviews will be conducted on-site, outdoors with COVID safety precautions in place at the Abilis headquarters, 50 Glenville St., Greenwich.