Over $330K goes to help young adults with disabilities start work

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Over $330K goes to help young adults with disabilities start work

ATHOL — The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced Tuesday more than $850,000 in grants to fund five organizations that provide job training, employment placement, and post placement services for 119 young adults with disabilities. Labor and Workforce Development Secretary Lauren Jones made the announcement at Polus Center for Social and Economic Development in Athol. The Polus Center for Social and Economic Development received $199,991 to pr…

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$850,000 TO HELP YOUNG ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

By Bob Katzen Gov. Healey announced more than $850,000 in grants to fund several organizations that provide job training, employment placement and post placement services for 119 young adults with disabilities. “We are building a strong workforce in Massachusetts, and this includes providing opportunities and training for individuals who face barriers to employment,” said Gov. Healey. “These grants will help develop and fulfill the immense poten…

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On Tuesday, February 4, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced a grant of over $850,000 in funds to support five organizations in their work to prepare young adults with disabilities for employment. This funding will benefit 119 young people across the state, providing them with job training, placement and post-employment support. Labor and Development Secretary Lauren Jones highlighted the importance of these initiatives: “The Healey-Dris…