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Emma Meets Her Career Goals

January 9, 2024

Emma got discouraged during her job search by rejections she encountered while applying to multiple jobs. After encouragement from her father and a…

Steve’s Work Ethic Leads to Stability and Career Success

December 11, 2023

“I didn’t know if I could go back to work,” said Steve, who has struggled with retaining employment due to a disability that makes concentration…

Curtis Lands Job at State of Minnesota with Support from Disability Placement Services

December 1, 2023

“I never thought about how I was going to find a job with a disability before,” Curtis said. In 2013, Curtis had a brain tumor resection, which led to…

An Everyday Mission Supporting Everyday People

November 6, 2023

Since 1919, Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota has helped eliminate barriers to work and independence. What does that actually mean in everyday life for…

Jeannie Jumpstarts Her New Career

October 27, 2023

Jeannie worked in the financial tech industry for 20 years as a project manager. In 2022, she experienced job loss, wasn’t ready to retire yet and she…

Leone’s journey to a new career

September 5, 2023

In 2007, Leone was referred to GESMN’s job placement program as well as our supported employment services to help Leone prepare for and maintain a new…

Dagme Gets His Diploma

August 18, 2023

Dagme joined GESMN's YouthBuild training program to pursue his diploma and attend college.

Kathleen and Janet take on New Career Paths

July 24, 2023

When they came to Goodwill-Easter Seal Minnesota (GESMN), both Kathleen and Janet wanted to transform their careers. Janet was ready to move on after…

Maritza’s builds a strong a future for her family

July 17, 2023

Funding from retail stores as well as grants and donations from supporters helped Maritza experience the power of work through GESMN’s construction…

Chris finds a Fresh Start to His Career

June 26, 2023

GESMN’s ReEntry program offers free services including career navigation, financial literacy and computer skills, mentoring and more through 1-1 case…

Victoria and Cristina Breaking Down Barriers

June 5, 2023

In 2023, Victoria and Cristina joined GESMN’s construction training program. They got hands-on industry training at GESMN’s 5,600 sq. ft. training…

Deneal shares her ‘secret’ to success

May 8, 2023

Deneal is a published playwright whose play, “Secrets” is a regional finalist in The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival National…

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