Congratulations to our recent graduates of the Employment Training Units Program! These dedicated individuals have completed 12 weeks of hands-on training in Hospitality, Office, and Retail skills, gaining valuable experience to prepare for future employment opportunities.

This program is open to both our participants and AbilityOne employees, providing essential workplace skills that foster independence and confidence. We are so proud of our graduates for their hard work and commitment to building a brighter future!

A heartfelt thank you to our partners and supporters who help make this program possible. Together, we are creating a more inclusive workforce and opening doors to new opportunities!

As we welcome 2025, we’re excited to continue our mission of empowering individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Together, The Douglas Center participants and AbilityOne employees are achieving remarkable growth through programs that foster independence and connection:

✨ Employment Training Programs: Creating opportunities for meaningful work and financial independence. ✨ Work Skills Development Training: Building the foundation for self-sufficiency and success.

 ✨ Social Enrichment Activities: Strengthening friendships, creativity, and community through programs like Art From the Heart and community integration activities.

Here’s to another year of transformation, hope, and opportunities for everyone at The Douglas Center! Together, we’re building brighter futures.

Every day, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗹𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗢𝗻𝗲employees work towards achieving independence and financial empowerment.

Our Employment Training Programs provide meaningful work experiences that:

• Build practical skills.
• Empower individuals to earn a paycheck.
• Foster confidence and self-worth.

Together, we’re creating a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

This #GivingTuesday, let’s come together to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. #𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯𝗿𝗱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰.

The Douglas Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Your generous donation will help fund essential programs for our participants and AbilityOne employees like:

– Employment Training: Providing opportunities for meaningful work and financial independence.

– Social Enrichment: Creating a supportive community and fostering lifelong friendships.

– Skills Development: Building essential life skills to promote self-sufficiency.

Every dollar counts! Donate on Giving Tuesday and help us create a brighter future for those we serve.

We are excited to share that The Douglas Center was recently featured on CBS News Chicago during their 10 PM news program on Friday, October 18th! This special segment highlighted our 25-year commitment to empowering individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities through work opportunities, training, and life skills development.

In the interview, Rifath Khan, our Founder, President, and CEO, and Omar Khan, Director of Health & Wellness, Administration & Development, shared the heartfelt journey of how The Douglas Center was founded and the lasting impact it has made on the lives of those we serve.

This feature is a testament to our dedication to providing our participants and AbilityOne employees with disabilities the opportunity to live more independent, fulfilling lives. We are incredibly proud of how far we’ve come over the past 25 years, and we’re honored to have our work recognized on such a prominent platform.