“Going Mental” – Citiview Connections Clubhouse
“The stigma of mental illness is a barrier for us to achieve our social, financial, educational, or vocational goals.” Succeeding in life can mean different things to individuals with mental illness. Some want to avoid isolation and connect with family members, friends and their community. Others need to stick to
Alex – eCommerce
“I have learned many jobs here at Goodwill and I can earn money to pay my bills and buy the things I want, like a new cell phone. Now I can talk with my friends!” Alex In late 2007, Alex felt his life was in turmoil. He had lost his
Josue Paguada – VIP Career Services – Retail Outlet
Josue Paguada is a 34-year-old visually impaired man originally from Honduras. Jose and his wife, who is also visually impaired, live with their two children across from the Goodwill NYNJ Astoria campus. In January 2017, Josue was referred to Goodwill NYNJ while still working full-time assembling mops in a company
Richard R. – Lantern House Clubhouse
“My life has changed for the better since I’ve started coming to Goodwill! Meeting other people who are dealing with mental health issues at Lantern House clubhouse has improved my attitude, my living situation, and my job status. My viewpoint on why I need to take my medication and how
Danielle Hunte, Citiview Connections Clubhouse
“Citiview gave me the skills I needed and helped me find my first job. It gave me confidence, friends, and people to relate to at a time when I thought I was alone. Transitional Employment gives people a sense of purpose because they can do something productive. It was the
Irene Morales – Careers in Retail
Program: Careers in Retail Irene was earning $10 as a Production Worker at our Chelsea boutique when she joined our Careers in Retail program in September 2015. She did well in class from the beginning and stood out from the rest throughout the training. Irene showed potential to succeed and