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12/09/2020 11:12
“I am so grateful for all the help and support I have received from ODC. In this time, they have helped me to also attend many online classes, which is really helpful when I am not able to leave my house and go many places. I appreciate all the ways they worked with me and believe in me. I am so excited to see what the future holds.”
11/25/2020 11:11
Giving Thanks!
“I truly believe that without the support of ODC I would not have my job right now. I just want to say thanks for everything. It means the world!”
ODC participant, Chelsey, wrote an amazing thank you note to ODC and we wanted to share her experiences with you. We also reached out to Chelsey’s employer and they had such great compliments for Chelsey. Everyone is feeling grateful with Thanksgiving tomorrow.
Chelsey has been with DVR since high school and in November 2019 was able to find part-time employment in the community. But she still wanted more.
06/01/2020 08:06
Summer is here and ODC will continue to support individuals in fun and creative ways. To do this, ODC is asking for donations of supplies from the community.
05/11/2020 11:05
Michele Losey, one of ODC’s Mental Health coordinators, has been a key in helping Chucky and his family take steps in the right direction to create a healthier lifestyle.
04/28/2020 02:04
When COVID happened, Matt’s entire routine changed, as, for a period of time, he could no longer come to ODC’s facility the way he had in the past.
04/23/2020 02:04
One of ODC’s employment coordinators new it was important for her participants to continue to work on their work skills, even though they aren’t at work. Virtual offering of “Skills to Pay the Bills” was born.
10/04/2019 08:10
ODC is pleased to offer 100 Days = 100 Smiles programming, funded through a Delta Dental of Wisconsin Foundation grant.
08/21/2019 10:08
Day Services participants from Wisconsin Rapids, Stevens Point and Marshfield were all smiles as they worked on their Milkweed Market “Make and Take Scarecrow Project”.
06/27/2019 03:06
Health and wellness are an important component of an active and meaningful life for individuals at all levels of ability.
06/12/2019 03:06
We can’t think of a better way to learn and practice skills than in the company of horses!
04/29/2019 02:04
We bet you didn’t know that Friday was National Pretzel Day!
12/19/2018 09:12
Alex continued to grow with each work experience and he left each workplace a better place...
09/27/2018 03:09
Today, I had the opportunity to share my love of dog agility with our Stevens Point ODC Day Services group.
09/18/2018 03:09
Our Wisconsin Rapids Day Service group got to toss a little dough today, courtesy of the kind folks at Polito’s Pizza.
09/12/2018 11:09
ODC’s Stevens Point Day Services groups are enjoying this beautiful fall weather by exploring and learning new things about their community and the people with whom they share it.
07/16/2018 02:07
Sometimes, “everyday things” turn a day into an adventure...
06/20/2018 09:06
The sun is shining, the air is warm and ODC’s CommunityConnect participants are enjoying every minute!
06/04/2018 12:06
Jordanah made a big announcement at her recent Marshfield Project SEARCH graduation ceremony...
05/29/2018 08:05
Last Thursday was Red Nose Day at Walgreens!
05/14/2018 11:05
Congratuations to Curtis and Withee Tire for finding a really good match…
05/09/2018 03:05
For over a year, Alex has been taking advantage of temporary work experiences coordinated by ODC, opportunities for him to learn and practice his work skills…
04/10/2018 01:04
It all started in January 2018 when Paula Weber, ODC’s Service Coordinator created a Facebook group – Paula's Block Exchange.
03/26/2018 08:03
Of all the individuals we work with, Brian has one of the strongest desires to work in the community.
03/07/2018 01:03
This lucky group of hockey fans has some connections!
11/21/2017 01:11
Today, I received an email that, from an ODC job developer’s perspective, is as good as it gets.
10/05/2017 11:10
Nicole was only 13 years old when an accident caused her spinal cord injury.
08/31/2017 01:08
Matt was a volunteer firefighter with the Amherst Fire District when he had an accident that caused a traumatic brain injury… he was just 27 years old.
06/19/2017 10:06
In just a few months, Katie will “graduate” from ODC’s Supported Employment services and will be working on her own, with no job coach support, at the Marshfield Public Library.
05/15/2017 10:05
Our Stevens Point Day Services group was recently invited to Polito’s Pizza on Main Street to witness the work...
05/01/2017 12:05
We recall a time, not so long ago, when people with disabilities were not acknowledged as members of society and community-based employment was unheard of.
03/28/2017 02:03
Last Tuesday, ODC’s Employment Services team in Wisconsin Rapids celebrated our Wisconsin Rapids area employers at an annual Employer Appreciation Breakfast.
02/27/2017 10:02
Ryan has always been a star participant in Goodwill’s on-the-job training program. He’s dedicated, organized and a hard worker.
02/20/2017 01:02
Since taking advantage of the learning experiences he was offered at ODC’s training center in Wisconsin Rapids and...
02/01/2017 03:02
Most of us love our morning “joe”… so do we really need another reason to visit Biggby Coffee in Marshfield?
01/30/2017 02:01
After over 13 years, Mary recently retired from her job at the United Way of Portage County.
01/24/2017 11:01
Bill worked for many years at Taco Bell as part of ODC’s Supported Employment Program. Unfortunately, he was laid off in early 2016 due to restructuring after a change in ownership.
01/18/2017 02:01
When ODC and Community Industries Corporation (CIC) became one organization on January 1st, not much changed that would be noticeable to the average community member.
01/16/2017 08:01
ODC’s relationship with The Baltus Company goes back a long, long way. In the 1980’s, an ODC candidate was hired to work at their car wash…
01/11/2017 11:01
Much like ODC, Copps Food Center has been a part of our community for over 50 years.
11/10/2016 01:11
In November 2014, Amara came to ODC a bit shy and unsure. Just six months earlier, her mother had passed away and she had moved from her home in Florida to Wisconsin, to live with her father and step-mother.
10/19/2016 10:10
When you love your job, you bring treats to the office! Colton did just that, leaving a message for his co-workers...
10/11/2016 11:10
Why is Aaron grinning from ear to ear? He is now employed at...
10/05/2016 01:10
ODC recently celebrated the life of a wonderful friend and colleague, Michael Coleman (Getsinger). Before his passing earlier this year, Michael had worked with ODC, both in the community and in the facility, since graduating from high school almost 27 years ago.
10/03/2016 09:10
How are you planning to observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)?
09/20/2016 08:09
Attorney Jon Blum welcomed new hire Nichole to Duncan Disability Law in Nekoosa!
09/01/2016 09:09
Lack of confidence and fear of failure are common barriers to community employment for individuals with disabilities. Anna (center) was struggling with both, until ODC’s training and educational services helped her assess her interests and...
08/31/2016 09:08
ODC’s Workplace Readiness service helps individuals with disabilities polish their “soft” skills, which are so important for employment success! Participants focus on communication, teamwork, professionalism and...