The Able Trust was established by the Florida Legislature in 1990 as a direct support organization for the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation.
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#DidYouKnow NDEAM dates back to 1945? What began as a week recognizing employment opportunities for WWII vets with physical disabilities expanded in 1962 to cover all disabilities. In 1988, it became a monthlong observance honoring the talents of workers with disabilities. #DEAM
Transition services help students with disabilities in our #FloridaHSHT program identify strengths, explore careers and determine next steps to improve their pathways to meaningful employment. Learn more about some of our outstanding students' journeys: abletrust.org/hsht-success-s…
To recognize Disability Employment Awareness Month, which starts today, @Publix is hosting virtual events to spotlight career opportunities in retail and non-retail areas. All are welcome to participate. Visit ow.ly/UvAJ50ZTh78 to register for any of the six dates! #DEAM
Since 2005, September has been recognized as National Workforce Development Month. Accredited workforce training programs are outstanding pathways to more rewarding employment opportunities for all Floridians, including those with disabilities.
The #FloridaHSHT Class of 2026 continues to impress: 77% of this year's graduates indicated they plan to continue their education at a state college, technical school, university, professional apprenticeship or in other postsecondary training. We wish them all the best of luck!
According to the latest National Trends in Disability Employment Jobs Report, the employment-to-population ratio for Americans with disabilities rose to 39.8% in August 2026, tying the previous all-time high rate. Learn more about what this means: campaignlp.constantcontact.c…
Exciting news: We are thrilled to report 100% of participating #FloridaHSHT seniors graduated this past school year! This achievement is a testament to the tremendous work, care and dedication among High School High Tech program staff, parents, students and more. Kudos to all!
We were honored to receive a $3,000 grant for #FloridaHSHT from the @CapitalCityBank Foundation. Regional Executive Don May visited last week to present the gift, which will help fund High School High Tech in Taylor County. We appreciate Capital City Bank's long-standing support!
After he excelled in his on-the-job training in a hospital kitchen, Hernando County #FloridaHSHT student Max advocated to his VR counselor and job coach that he could do more challenging work. He now has an on-the-job training working with blood at that same hospital. Kudos, Max!
Research shows 72% of all U.S. jobs will require at least some postsecondary education and/or training by 2031. Learn how our #FloridaHSHT program helps prepare Florida students with disabilities to take their next steps to compete in tomorrow's workforce: abletrust.org/high-school-hi…
Now a sophomore at @westFloridaUWF, Kiersten McCans's time in Wakulla County #FloridaHSHT inspired her to pursue a career as a teacher of students with disabilities like her. Even more than that, it showed her such a future was possible. Learn more: abletrust.org/high-school-hi…
Okaloosa County #FloridaHSHT had a full day of workforce education at the Goodwill Gulf Coast Retail Store and Opportunity Center. Students learned about the store's back-end operations and practiced collaborative skills. More HSHT student highlights at abletrust.org/hsht-overview/.
We want to thank Florida Education Commissioner Henry Mack for his support of VR & Florida's students with disabilities. We appreciate Commissioner Mack's & @EducationFL's commitment to ensure all Floridians who want to be a part of the workforce have tools & pathways to do so.
As Florida's 2026-27 school year kicks off this week, we want to welcome back all the students, teachers and staff who make our youth programs like #FloridaHSHT flourish. We can't wait to see what the year brings!
#TBT Our Executive Vice President Joey D'Souza recently got a chance to catch up with fellow members of the @FloridaCSUA Advisory Board. We are grateful for FCSUA's outstanding work and support as a longtime friend and collaborator!
If you are or care for someone with a disability not receiving Vocational Rehabilitation services, we would appreciate your feedback. Please scan the QR code or visit ow.ly/6c8S50Zw8bX by August 10 to take our survey for VR's Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment.
Summer heat hasn't stopped us from having a great July! Check out our monthly #FinalFriday highlight reel featuring #FloridaHSHT certificate completions & activities, gratitude to our friends & partners at @CapitalCityBank, and a celebration of our RISE Scholarship recipients.
Last but certainly not least in our series celebrating the 34 RISE Scholarship recipients, meet Alyssa, Alanna, Jackson and Brayden! These recent #FloridaHSHT grads from Nassau & Taylor counties have their sights set on careers in forensics, veterinary medicine & skilled trades.
