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Fall Into Community Life: Give the Gift of Inclusion

As the leaves change and we settle into the fall season, we’re reminded of the beauty of growth and connection. At Opportunities, Inc., we see that same transformation every day through our Community Life Engagement (CLE) Fund. Join us in celebrating inclusion by donating during our fall giving campaign. Through the CLE Fund, the people…

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7 Job-Seeking Tips for People with Disabilities

Building Confidence and Finding the Right Job At Opportunities, Inc., we believe everyone should have the chance to find a job that fits who they are. Sometimes, looking for work can feel hard or confusing. However, you don’t have to do it alone. With a little help and practice, you can reach your goals and…

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Join the Opportunities, Inc. Team: Open Interviews October 16!

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference? Opportunities, Inc. is hosting Open Interviews this month, and we’d love to meet you! We’re Hiring! Join the Opportunities, Inc. Team 📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025 🕙 10 AM – 2 PM 📍 902 Wind River Lane, Suite 200, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 No…

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Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)

Honoring access, equity, and opportunity for all. Each October, Opportunities, Inc. joins organizations across the country in celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This is a time to recognize the contributions of workers with disabilities and to promote inclusive employment practices that benefit everyone. This year’s theme is “Access, Equity, and Opportunity.” It reminds…

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Opportunities, Inc. Entrepreneurial Project – Moving Forward during the Pandemic

For the past several months, Opp, Inc.’s Employment Specialist Paul Jackson has been working with an engaged group of Opp, Inc. volunteers on an entrepreneurial initiative benefiting a number of the people we support. Opportunities, Inc. Entrepreneurs in the Community Michelle Morsell, who has been supported by Opportunities, Inc. since 1998, has been accepted into,…

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What is COVID-19?

Learn all about COVID-19 in plain language. Made by Rooted in Rights in collaboration with ASAN. Transcript NARRATOR: What you need to know about COVID-19. What is COVID-19? COVID-19 is a disease that has spread around the world. It is also called, “coronavirus.” Some people who have COVID-19 do not show it. They might not…

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Interview with Jessie and Her Mother Sallie

Meet Jessie and her mother Sallie. They live in Germantown, MD. Jessie has been receiving services from Opportunities, Inc. since 2015. Jessie is social, upbeat and loves to dance. In fact, when asking Jessie what her favorite thing to do while receiving services from Opp, Inc. she responds with “ZamDance and shopping at Walmart!” Jessie…

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Shift Newsletter March 2020

Well, it is official! The groundhog did not see his shadow and we are shifting into an early spring. At Opp, Inc. we are looking forward to the warmer weather as it means an increase in the number of free outdoor activities for the people we support to engage in. It also means an increase…

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Shift Newsletter April 2019

Did you know that your chances of landing a job increases when you have a personal connection already in the company? We are all part of different communities with connections to businesses who have needs. Our Opportunities, Inc. community is comprised of eager, ready and qualified candidates to meet those needs! This is an ongoing…

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Shift Newsletter January 2019

With the promise of spring in the air (at long last), I am thinking about Opp, Inc.’s growth and the fruit we plan to see from the investments we have made over the past year. One of those investments is staff training. Several of our staff have been trained in the customized employment process. This…

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