10/12/2026
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and promote inclusive, accessible workplaces.
Throughout the month, we’re highlighting EPI participants who are employed and sharing how meaningful employment supports independence, personal growth, and community connection!
The first participant we are highlighting is Jeffrey! Jeffrey receives Self-Direction services from EPI and has been part of the maintenance team at Walmart in Greece, NY, for 11 years! His responsibilities include keeping the store clean, responding to spills, maintaining restrooms, and reporting equipment issues or damage to management.
When asked about his favorite parts of the job, Jeffrey shared that he enjoys helping customers, meeting new people, and seeing his coworkers.
For Jeffrey, having a job means so much more than a paycheck. As he puts it, “Having a job gives me something to look forward to, a sense of independence, and money to take care of myself.”
We’re proud to celebrate Jeffrey and the many ways people with disabilities contribute to their workplaces and communities!
