Inclusion means more than just hiring people with disabilities. It means truly doing everything you can to ensure success. One of the most important ways to support individuals with disabilities is an accessible workplace. This shows how much you value your employees, and removes barriers that may be preventing their success. Here are five ways […]
Employees with disabilities have traditionally been underrepresented in or excluded from the workforce – but that’s beginning to change. The 1990 signing of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) opened the doors for workplace inclusion. Still, the last decade has seen an increase in activism surrounding fair representation for people with disabilities in the workforce. According […]
During this very difficult time for both our region and local businesses, the LifeROOTS Business Contracts Division is not only fully operational – but is growing, as our government contracts need additional cleaning services and have turned to LifeROOTS to help implement new cleaning protocols. In fact, we are pleased that we were recently able […]
For over 60 years, LifeROOTS has been dedicated to creating healthy, inclusive communities. Nothing has changed that mission – not even the coronavirus. We are aware that many families across the Albuquerque and Rio Rancho areas may be feeling unsure of what steps they can take to best protect themselves and their families, especially if they […]
On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodations, commercial facilities, telecommunications, and state and local government services. The statistics come from various Census Bureau censuses and surveys, covering different periods of time. The following facts […]
LifeROOTS member Lori Davis has been an integral part of the LifeROOTS family and the Kirtland Airforce Base Custodial team since 2012 – when a family member first suggested that LifeROOTS could help her secure a job in the community that would best suit her. Prior to working with LifeROOTS, Lori has worked as a […]
Since 2009, Marcus Sanchez has worked as a custodian for LifeROOTS at the Pete Domenici Federal Courthouse – where he is tremendously valued and respected by building occupants that he has known for years. Occupants recently showed their gratitude to Marcus by presenting him with dozens of “Thank You” cards – brightening up not only […]
Our employment program at LifeROOTS continues to provide important opportunities to individuals with disabilities and enable them to secure jobs throughout the community where they can. In fact, for more than 20 years, LifeROOTS has operated affirmative business opportunities that provide valuable services for area businesses while providing employment for people with disabilities – and […]
LifeROOTS is pleased to announce that we are offering a FREE DOWNLOAD of a valuable new booklet for those with disabilities and their families, which was created by Dr. Christina Davidson. The booklet, New Mexico Adaptive Programs, provides a listing of adaptive programs throughout New Mexico – including sports programs, camps, dance programs, art programs […]
There was recently some important news and developments surrounding the DD Waiver! As many of you know, the Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) has resulted in many individuals with disabilities being denied services that they need simply through this one assessment. However, an important development recently occurred, with the federal district court issuing an opinion granting a […]
