Vocational and Career Resources

The Academy for Inclusive Learning and Social Growth offers a fully inclusive post-secondary college education and experience to students with different intellectual or developmental abilities who do not meet higher-education requirements for admission as a degree-seeking student. The program involves enrollment as non-degree seeking audit students in typical university courses and includes social integration, career exploration and training resulting in a Certificate of Social Growth and Development.

470-578-2283

AcademyAdmissions@kennesaw.edu

https://wellstarcollege.kennesaw.edu/academy/

The mission of Annandale Village is to provide progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries so that they can maximize their abilities and maintain their independence in the least restrictive environment.

770-945-8381

info@annandale.org

annandale.org

To empower people with differing abilities to maximize their potential by securing economic self-sufficiency, independence and inclusion within their communities. We do this by offering programs and consulting services for individuals with disabilities and their loved ones. From helping you secure benefits to job placement services, we offer a full lifecycle of support for all ages and levels of need. Our business services provide the economic engine that drives our mission forward, while simultaneously creating job opportunities for people of all abilities.

678-365-0071

info@bobbydodd.org

www.bobbydodd.org

Briggs & Associates provides supported employment in the community.

770-993-4559

Jon@briggsassociates.org

briggsassociates.org

Creative Enterprises is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit that operates a Community Rehabilitation Program providing employment and life skills training to people with disabilities by offering on- and off-site work programs, job placement assistance, educational and creative programs, and a variety of additional resources to help maximize individual potential, empowering them to shine with their own unique creativity.

Watch the video below to learn more about Creative Enterprises.

770-294-3697

info@creativeenterprises.org

www.creativeenterprises.org

Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS), a division of the Georgia Public Library Service, is a free library service for Georgia residents of any age who are unable to read standard print due to a visual, physical, or reading disability. Services are delivered through the mail from our distribution center and library support services are provided via phone or in- person by staff in our branch located in Atlanta.

Watch the video below to learn more about Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled

800-248-6701

gls@georgialibraries.org

gls.georgialibraries.org

Serving Georgians with disabilities to empower them to live independent.

844-367-4872

tamika.wright@gvs.ga.gov

https://gvs.georgia.gov/

Hi-Hope Service Center provides quality services that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to define and live a meaningful life. Hi-Hope offers an array of services that support the needs of individuals with disabilities in our immediate community.

770-963-8694

https://hihopecenter.org/contact

hihopecenter.org

Since 1991, The Horizons School has been preparing young adults with learning difficulties for an independent life. Our curriculum, with the community as our classroom, provides students with the skills to live and work independently. Our location gives our students easy access to the city’s public transportation system, which enables them to access all parts of the city and surrounding suburbs.

Watch the video below to learn more about The Horizons School.

205-322-6606

mloukotka@horizonsschool.org

https://www.horizonsschool.org

“Just” People, Inc. is a private non-profit organization that’s mission is to provide a variety of support services to adults with developmental disabilities, mental illnesses and head injuries. We are dedicated to meeting the needs for quality, dependable support.

770-441-1188

natalie.christianson@justpeople.org

https://www.justpeople.org/

Ken’s Krew provides job placement, training, and support for individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities in competitive employment.

404-431-1582

cindy@kenskrew.org

kenskrew.org

At LIFE Behavior Consulting, we believe everyone has it already within them to work toward their goals! LIFE Behavior helps teens and adults with neuro-divergent brain styles learn the skills to take action steps toward goals and overcome challenges through training, coaching and support. We provide virtual services individually or within group classes! Our primary areas of focus are social skills, executive functioning, interdependent living skills, career development and Behavior/Parent Support.

678-235-8817

admin@lifebehaviorconsulting.com

www.lifebehaviorconsulting.com

Mind and Motion offers Counseling, Neurotherapies, Occupational, Speech & Physical Therapy services with a mission of empowering holistic well-being through comprehensive multidisciplinary care.

678-749-7600

info@mindmotioncenters.com

www.mindmotioncenters.com

THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF GEORGIA: GWINNETT FAMILY CHAPTER – meets monthly in-person to provide the blind and interested sighted persons with support, independence and self-confidence to improve the quality of life of the blind. GEORGIA ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS - Promotes the equality of the blind, serving as a source of information, forum for networking and vehicle for collective action for blind students, blindness need not prevent one from excelling in a chosen field of study or living a full and productive life. GEORGIA PARENTS OF BLIND CHILDREN - We help families and blind. children themselves maximize the child’s skills, independence, and opportunities.

678-451-3975

joann369@bellsouth.net

https://nfbga.org/chapters-divisions/gwinnett-family-chapter

Rosary Makers of America, a 501(c)3 organization supports our community by providing a day program and training to young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (after high school) to create high quality Rosaries in a positive work environment.

Watch the video below to learn more about Rosary Makers of America.

678-345-0788

admin@rosarymakersoa.org

www.rosarymakersoa.org

Special Kneads and Treats is a 501(c)3 non-profit bakery which seeks to empower and enable special needs adults to work in a fully supported environment through the creation of birthday cakes to support needy children in the community.

Watch the video below to learn more about Special Kneads and Treats, Inc.

678-237-7147

Info@specialkneadsandtreats.org

Specialkneadsandtreats.org

Special Needs Siblings is dedicated to empowering and supporting the siblings of children with special needs. We provide a wealth of resources and host engaging Super SibShop workshops and events, designed to offer education, camaraderie, and fun in a safe and understanding environment. Our mission is to nurture these unique family bonds, ensuring siblings have the support, knowledge, and connections they need to thrive alongside their special needs brothers and sisters.

678-640-2489

info@specialneedssiblings.com

www.specialneedssiblings.com

The mission of The Dr. Annise Mabry Foundation is to serve and empower our community by engaging in activities, programs, and partnerships that promote education, synchrony between law enforcement and community members, and active community engagement. The Dr. Annise Mabry Foundation envisions a community where all people, regardless of circumstance, demographics, or hardships, experience insurmountable upward economic mobility in harmony between law enforcement, community members, and community leaders.

650-741-5019

info@tiersfreeacademy.org

http://www.drannisemabry.com

We are a caring community of providers who offer a full continuum of behavioral health services to individuals needing mental health, intellectual developmental disability or substance use services.

https://www.myviewpointhealth.org/

We are always looking for qualified people to work in our Distribution Center

706-387-7592

angela.mackey@walgreens.com

Working at WALGREENS

We provide exceptional care for our community.

678-427-3133

whsexceptionalcare@gmail.com