Library
The CISI Library is a critical vehicle for sharing up-to-date information on the reforms that are happening within the state and across the country, as well as research and best practices in the area of supported employment and full inclusion of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
The CISI Library will be updated frequently as new promising practices are identified.
The CISI Library will also archive videos of consumers, family members and people within the state who have a perspective on improving the lives of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
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Occupational Health
Deepening Our Inclusion of People With Disabilities
In her most recent article for the The Huffingston Post, Bonnie St. John interviews one of the nation's leading experts on disability and diversity issues in the workplace, Deb Dagit. Read
Hiring People with Disabilities is Good For Business
Mark Perriello, writer for American Association of People with Disabilities Power Grid Blog, released an article called "5 REASONS HIRING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IS GOOD FOR BUSINESS – AND THE
More With Disabilities On The Job
Shaun Heasely, writer for Disabilityscoop, wrote a report reflecting the monthly unemployment rate as it pertains to those with a disability. See the latest statistics given by the Labor Department's
Connect 2 Careers™ a Huge Success!
On February 27th, 2015 the CEA held their second Connect2Careers™ with tremendous success! Over 90 individuals with disabilities from 19 different entities across the state had first hand experience exploring occupations of interest. Over 28 employers representing a wide range
Family Navigators
COME JOIN THE CEA FOR A CONVERSATION ON CAPACITY BUILDING!
Family Navigators is holding its March session on Wednesday, March 18th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CEA.
The focus of this meeting
Tearing Down Barriers for People with Disabilities
A local hospital in St. Louis, Missouri has established a program to break down barriers, such as social interaction and self-sufficiency, for people with disabilities. SSM DePaul hospital created a