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Starting a new job is a big step. The first few weeks can feel exciting, challenging, and sometimes overwhelming, and that’s completely normal. The first 90 days are about learning, adjusting, and building confidence at your own pace. At TVW, we believe success grows over time. You don’t have to have everything figured out right away. During the first few weeks, the focus is simply getting familiar. You’re learning job tasks, meeting coworkers, and understanding your daily ro

The start of a new year brings fresh energy and new possibilities. For individuals preparing to look for work, this time can feel hopeful, and also a little overwhelming. Families play an important role in this journey, often offering the encouragement and stability that make all the difference. At TVW, we know that meaningful employment is a team effort. Here are a few simple, supportive ways families can help job seekers start the year with confidence. Lead with Encourageme

January has a way of creating clarity. It’s the moment when business owners pause, look ahead, and decide what kind of year they want to build. While hiring needs may ebb and flow, January is the ideal time to think more intentionally about how  your workplace supports people, not just who fills positions. We’ve seen that inclusive workplaces aren’t built overnight. They’re shaped by small, thoughtful decisions made well before a job is posted. One of the most impactful place

Starting a job search can feel exciting, overwhelming, or even a little scary - and that’s completely normal. Whether you’re looking for your very first job or preparing for a new opportunity, getting job-ready is about more than filling out applications. It’s about building confidence, creating routines, and knowing you have support along the way. We believe job readiness is a process, and it’s one you don’t have to go through alone. Here are some simple, supportive ways to

The start of a new year brings something special, a sense of possibility. January has a way of inspiring people to reset, regroup, and reimagine what’s possible for the future. We’ve seen just how powerful this moment can be for inclusive employment. For individuals exploring new job opportunities, for employers looking to strengthen their teams, and for job coaches guiding people through transformative change, January is more than just a month. It’s a fresh start - a chance

Inclusive workplaces aren’t just places where individuals with disabilities are welcomed, they’re places where everyone  grows. We’ve seen time and time again that the individuals we support bring strengths, perspectives, and skills that quietly transform teams and reshape workplace culture for the better. These are the skills that don’t always make it into job descriptions. They’re not bullet points on a résumé. But they are the qualities that build stronger teams, create su

Every success story has people behind it - people who guide, encourage, celebrate, and support. At TVW, those people are our staff: the job coaches, coordinators, supervisors, and team members who pour their hearts into helping individuals thrive at work and in the community. As we close out the year, we wanted to shift the spotlight for a moment. Instead of highlighting our usual success stories (though we love those!), we’re sharing something a little different: the moments

When someone starts a new job, it might look like a simple moment - a first shift, a new uniform, a nervous smile. We know that one opportunity can do far more than open a door for an individual. It creates a ripple effect that touches families, workplaces, and entire communities in ways that are often unseen but undeniably powerful. Inclusive employment isn’t just about hiring someone. It’s about transforming lives - one person, one shift, one connection at a time. How One J

When we talk about “giving,” it’s easy to picture large donations or big fundraising campaigns. But the truth is, most change doesn’t start with something big, it starts with something small . A small act of generosity. A small moment of connection. A small investment in someone’s future. On this Giving Tuesday, we’re celebrating the power of those small acts - the $10, $25, and $100 monthly gifts that quietly fuel confidence, job success, and independence for the individuals

Confidence isn’t built overnight. It’s built through experience - through showing up, learning something new, and discovering what you’re capable of. For many of the individuals we support at TVW, that confidence begins with a single opportunity: a job. Work provides more than a paycheck, it provides purpose, connection, friendships, and a sense of belonging. And with the right support, every shift becomes a chance to grow stronger, more independent, and more confident. The P

When inclusive employment works well, it’s not just a job, it’s a journey. A journey of learning, growth, and partnership between employees, job coaches, and employers  who believe in the power of opportunity. At TVW, we see every day how this collaboration transforms workplaces. It’s more than helping someone find a position; it’s about building relationships that empower individuals to thrive and help businesses grow stronger through inclusion. The Foundation: Shared Goals

Being a supportive employer isn’t about checking a box or meeting a requirement, it’s about people . It’s about choosing to lead with empathy, flexibility, and understanding. At TVW, we’ve seen time and again how employers who take that extra step to support individuals with disabilities end up gaining far more than they ever expected. When you become a supportive employer, you don’t just fill a job - you help someone find a way to move forward in their goals. It Starts with

Behind every success story in supported employment, there’s someone quietly cheering, guiding, and problem-solving in the background - a job coach . These professionals are the bridge between opportunity and success, helping individuals with disabilities thrive in meaningful employment while supporting employers to build inclusive workplaces. At TVW, our job coaches are truly the unsung heroes of disability inclusion . They’re mentors, advocates, collaborators, and often, the

Behind every success story in supported employment, there’s someone quietly cheering, guiding, and problem-solving in the background - a job coach . These professionals are the bridge between opportunity and success, helping individuals with disabilities thrive in meaningful employment while supporting employers to build inclusive workplaces. At TVW, our job coaches are truly the unsung heroes of disability inclusion . They’re mentors, advocates, collaborators, and often, the

Each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month  shines a spotlight on the importance of creating inclusive, accessible workplaces. But once the banners come down and the campaigns wrap up, the real question remains: How can employers continue this commitment throughout the year? Awareness Is the Beginning, Not the End Awareness months serve as powerful reminders, but they’re just the starting line. True inclusion happens when awareness turns into consistent, int

Behind every successful job placement is a story, one filled with perseverance, courage, and transformation. For many of the individuals we work with, employment is more than a position on a payroll; it’s a lifeline to independence, confidence, and connection. During National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) , we celebrate these stories that remind us why inclusive employment matters, and how it changes lives. Confidence Through Opportunity A job has the power to

Every October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)  gives us an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and to reflect on how far we’ve come, and how far we still have to go. We see inclusion in action every day. We witness individuals bringing unique strengths, perspectives, and talents to the workplace. But we also know that true inclusion takes more than good intentions , it requires awareness, accessibility, and consisten

Words are powerful. They can inspire change, open doors, and make people feel valued, or they can create barriers, reinforce stereotypes,...

Recognition is one of the simplest and most overlooked tools for building an inclusive workplace. Everyone wants to feel seen and valued,...

Every September, organizations around the world take part in National Inclusion Week , a week dedicated to reflection, learning, and...