When Scotty first tried baking muffins at SOAR365’s Staples Mill location, he got more than a tasty treat – he found a new passion. Mixing ingredients, following recipes, and sharing baked goods with his friends gave him a sense of pride.
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Building Futures With Employment Services, One Pizza at a Time
We love when learning can be fun…and delicious! SOAR365 Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and Supported Employment participants recently enjoyed a special pizza-making class, thanks to our friends at Performance Foodservice (PFS). But this visit was more than a tasty lunch. It was a hands-on experience designed to build real-world skills and confidence for future jobs.
“They Really Care About Our Family”: How Early Intervention Helped Anna Thrive
When Sloan was pregnant, routine testing showed that her daughter, Anna, had a chromosomal disorder. She was understandably worried. “It can be really scary to have such a severe diagnosis for your child.”
That uncertainty turned to hope when Sloan connected with SOAR365’s Pediatric Therapy program and realized just how helpful SOAR365’s therapists were with little Anna.
A Lifeline for Families. A Launchpad for Independence.
SOAR365’s Respite and Summer Camp programs transform lives – both for caregivers and their loved ones with disabilities.
Turning Over a New Leaf: Michael’s Path to Meaningful Work
A day in the life of a SOAR365 Supported Employment participant.
Respite Care Saves the Day
When caregivers need respite – for medical procedures or simple self-care – SOAR365 is there.
Bringing the World to Adult Day Support Participants, and Vice Versa
At SOAR365, a mix of fresh, creative activities help Adult Day Support participants develop life skills, independence, and meaningful connections. By combining participant input with staff creativity, many of their ideas come to life, including several that provide important real-world experience.
Brandon’s Birthday Wish Comes True at His “Happy Place”
For his birthday wish, Brandon just wanted to catch a fish—and thanks to SOAR365’s accessible Summer Camp and caring staff, his wish came true. Now a longtime camper, Brandon has grown in confidence, made lifelong friends, and found a place where he’s safe, supported, and celebrated just as he is.
From Music to Marketing: How Pia Discovered Her Creative Career Path Through SOAR365
“Pia produces her own music. She writes all of the lyrics. It’s astounding!” says her SOAR365 employment specialist (or “job coach”) Lizzie Graham. Job coaches like Lizzie know our participants often have undiscovered talents or interests. Sometimes these skills can be overlooked due to their disability.
How SOAR365 Helped David Find Confidence, Community — and a Career
“My college degree was nothing compared to this,” says David, proudly. He’s talking about winning SOAR365’s “Supported Employment Participant of the Year” award — a moment that made him feel proud, seen, and a little emotional. The award wasn’t just a surprise. It was proof of how far he’s come, thanks to his hard work, his family’s support, and help from SOAR365’s Employment Services team.