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Ball State Daily News
Distance: 2.1 MiBall State University Arts-Journalism Room 276
47306-0001 Muncie -
Ihsteca
Distance: 5.0 Mi3208 E Randal Dr
47303 Muncie -
Rivars Custom Show Apparel
Distance: 9.6 Mi1125 W Walnut St
47320 Albany -
Courier Times
Distance: 17.5 MiPO Box 369
47362 New Castle -
Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame
Distance: 17.5 Mi1 Hall of Fame Ct
47362-2941 New Castle
Description
The Beyond I CAN program has as its purpose the creation of jobs and experiences that allow special needs individuals the opportunities to operate a business with assistance from seniors, volunteers, college students, parents and teachers by allowing for an integrated work place where respect has an opportunity to grow. High school and post high school special needs individuals are welcomed as they learn how to operate the gallery, gift shop and create quality lines of products. Many of the participants have graduated with a certificate of completion from local high schools and when attempts are made to secure employment they have been told they will need a GED in order to be hired. These special needs individuals are easily discouraged and often sit at home and no longer look for employment feeling they really don't fit in anywhere. This is a population that does not qualify for "sheltered workshop" work , therefore, they develop a hopelessness concerning employment...