Myths

  • It’s just doing them a favor
  • We’ll have to deal with emotional outbursts
  • They are unreliable
  • We will have to provide transportation
  • They might have medications management problems
  • We will have to keep them even if they don’t work out

Myths Rebuttals

  • IDD employees have a stronger work ethic and appreciation for the company that hired them.
  • IDD people are not addicts.
  • People with IDD are friendly and non-violent.
  • We all suppress emotions and can outburst emotionally. Thus, we recover and keep working.
  • IDD employees are more dedicated and reliable than other workers.
  • They are NOT unstable; in fact, they hold jobs for a longer time than other employees.
  • Most People with IDD have guardians or family members that control/supply their medications.

About Us

Our organization was formed to provide business owners with a better understanding of the issues and benefits of hiring young adults with special needs. The employment rate for people with special needs is woefully low, estimated at 30% vs. 80% for the general work force.  We think that rate can be increased through more effective education for business owners.Our initial focus is to help young adults with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD) living in Massachusetts to find part-time work.