Thursday Oct 23, 2025

Episode 165: Work Skills: Creating Opportunity for All

In this episode, Don and Angela are joined by Julie Smith, who highlights the incredible impact of Work Skills, an organization dedicated to empowering individuals with barriers through vocational training, clinical services, and creative opportunities. From paid production line work with major companies to the Artisan Corner’s thriving art program, Work Skills helps people build independence and purpose. She also share how the community can support the mission, through donations, events, or volunteering. See firsthand the positive culture that’s changing lives every day.

00:00 Welcome to Work Skills

02:57 Production Lines and Clinical Services

05:25 Artisan’s Corner and Boutique

09:55 Employment and Residential Services

14:00 Mission and Growth of Work Skills

15:49 Volunteer Opportunities and Culture

19:04 Supporting the Work Skills Foundation

22:25 Community Collaboration and Impact

26:07 Corporate Training and Contact Info

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