News / Blog

We’d like you to meet Greg. Greg just started back volunteering with the American Red Cross! Greg helps put together these boxes for plasma. Thanks Greg for all your hard work!!

April used to be known as Autism Awareness Month. But in 2021, the designation changed to Autism Acceptance Month. It’s a simple – but important – revision. The Autism Society of America announced the suggested shift in terminology last year, urging the media to go along, in order to ignite change in the lives of those…

Join the movement! Generosity gives everyone the power to make a positive change in the lives of others and is a fundamental value anyone can act on. Please consider helping AAW in one of three ways. We appreciate your support.

It has been quite the journey over the last year and a half… Since the onset of COVID-19, AAW has stayed on course with our mission while navigating many bumps in the road. The first of these bumps was maintaining safe work environments for all AAW staff and clients. This took dedication from our team…

More than 1.3 billion people live with some form of disability, representing at least 17% of the global population. This article from the World Economic Forum talks about three ways business leaders can strategically embed disability inclusion in their organizations. Read Full Story >  

YES! According to Gene Boes, president and CEO of Northwest Center in Seattle, inclusion benefits business profitability, workplace climate and operation. Many businesses struggle with similar, complex problems — including attrition, absenteeism, productivity and quality. Read the Full Story >

After some time away from the job due to #COVID19 restrictions, John is back at work at Fred Meyer like he never missed a beat! Here he is with his AAW Job Coach, April, collecting and organizing carts in the parking lot. Learn more and partner with us at Abilities at Work!  

Our non-profit organization and clients continue to face many challenges during COVID-19 and we are calling on our friends and supporters to help Abilities at Work “Maintain Services”.

Our Administrative Team wants to say hello through video chat as they continue to support our clients from a safe distance. We miss you!  

Take a listen to this inspiring NPR podcast about the history of the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 (ADA) and what it means for people with, and without, disabilities. Listen Now: