From working to completing household tasks, there are many technology options available that can help Veterans with vision loss live with greater independence. To learn more about the Veterans Employment Empowerment Program, contact Martha Younger-White at at (312) 447-3251 or Angela Kearney at (312) 997-3654.įor Veterans living with vision loss, our team of assistive technology specialists can help them find the best products to help meet their specific needs. The Veterans Corner is a space where Veterans can collect flyers and information on additional services available to them. Newly added is the “Veterans Corner,” located in our Employment Services Department. The program connects Veterans to resources that will help meet their needs, including information on community events and health benefits. We recently launched our Veterans Resource Program, which will provide additional support to Vets employed here at The Lighthouse. This program is designed to assess job readiness and provide on-the-job training to Veterans seeking customer service roles.
In addition to hiring Veterans, we also provide training to Veteran job seekers through our Veterans Employment Project. The Chicago Lighthouse is committed to hiring Veterans, as they currently make up 6% of our workforce and are employed in a variety of areas throughout our organization, including accounting, security, and in our Kane Legal Clinic. Here are some of the top resources available at The Lighthouse for those who have served our country. We offer a wide range of programs and services that help Veterans at all stages of reintegration into civilian life. Supporting Veterans through employment and other resources is a crucial part of our mission here at The Chicago Lighthouse.
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