The unemployment rate among the disabled, including those able to work with accomodations is over 75%. I worked for a major corporation. They had “advocacy” groups for GLBT, Minority, Muslim, Indian (not Native American), etc. I tried to get recognition for the disabled, was rebuffed on all sides. Further, there were employment quotas for minorities, but the disabled could not get through the door.
There are millions of the disabled that would love to work, but there are no jobs for the disabled. The only alternative is support by SSDI and the family.
www.olympiagloves.com
These people hire handicapped workers in their warehouse specifically. I’ve never had serious problems getting good service because of it, their prices are competitive, and the product is of good quality.
The more we can learn about and support companies that will do this for the community the better. That is support without committing other people’s money to what you believe is a good cause.