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NW Works clients learning about local job opportunities — The Winchester Star

Image of a large group of disabled adults seated in a meeting room. Before them, to the right hand side of the image, are several government employees. One woman works in administration, a man behind her wears a police uniform, and a third man wears a bright construction vest and a hard hat. He is holding a stop sign.

The Winchester Star covered NW Works’ Career Exploration event at Winchester City Hall. Article by Brian Brehm.

‘A resounding success’: 11 students graduate from ProjectSEARCH – The Winchester Star

Image of a young caucasian woman smiling and pointing at a projector screen behind her, which is filled with bright photos of her in various work environments. Text on the screen identifies her as Arlie Wines

Read Josh Janney of the Winchester Star’s feature on the 5th graduating class of ProjectSEARCH.

Trex, NW Works partner to add recycling drop-off location – The Winchester Star

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Read Matt Welch of the Winchester Star’s article on NW Works’ green partnership with Trex.

The Sweet Sound of Dreams Coming True – The Winchester Star

Image of Shenandoah Student Farren Winter playin hand chimes with NW Works client Deanna Schwalenberg. Farren is a young caucasian woman with long light brown hair. She is leaning toward Deanna and smiling under her face mask. Deanna is a middle aged caucasian woman with short brown hair. She is leaning toward Farren and smiling.

WINCHESTER — Deanna Schwalenberg held metal chimes in both hands, focusing on the conductor at the front of the room who danced and pointed whenever it was time for the novice musician to sound her chimes during The Weekend’s song “Blinding Lights.”

NW Works Eliminates Barriers to Employment – Winchester Star

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Check out this great video by Josh Janney of the Winchester Star explaining how NW Works assists adults with disabilities in our community! Despite the pandemic, NW Works is running strong.

NW Works memorializes Knee family’s compassion, support

Image of a middle aged caucasian man with Down Syndrome kneeling next to a small maple tree. In front of the tree is a plaque that reads "Skeeter and Nancy Knee."

About a year before he died on March 13 at the age of 85, retired Winchester Treasurer Walter H. “Skeeter” Knee planted a maple tree with his favorite person in the world, grandson Benjamin Walter “Benji” Knee. [Read the full article by Brian Brehm.]

Farm to Table dinner raises $25K for NW Works; funds will be used for a new music therapy program

Image of a row of tables with pink swag bags on top of them. In the background, out-of-focus people can be seen standing near the tables. A watermark in the corner of the image reads Kimberly Needles Photography.

Read the Winchester Star’s recap of our sixth annual Farm to Table event and view photos from the evening by Kimberly Needles. Thank you to all who attended!

NW Works clients play important role in Trex’s daily operations

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WINCHESTER — At a time when businesses are struggling to find staff, NW Works Inc. has been a godsend. Just ask the folks over at Winchester-based Trex Co. Inc., a composite decking manufacturer that is so pleased with the 14 NW Works clients currently on staff, officials are talking about doubling that number in the near future. [Read More]Continue reading “NW Works clients play important role in Trex’s daily operations”

Pho Bistro continues mission of Firefly Cafe – The Winchester Star

Image of an NW Works client posing with his manager outside of the restaurant he works in. Behind the client and the manager is the restaurant, with a sign that reads "Mediterranean pho bistro."

WINCHESTER — A lot of hearts were broken on Sept. 30 when Firefly Cafe went out of business. Foodies lost a beloved lunch spot, and the clients and staff of NW Works Inc. lost a prime employment and job-training center for adults with developmental issues. The good news is a new restaurant, Pho Bistro Winchester, opened Feb. 4 inContinue reading “Pho Bistro continues mission of Firefly Cafe – The Winchester Star”

12 students with disabilities graduate from ProjectSEARCH – The Winchester Star

Image of NW Works employee Joey Dunlap holding up his index finger to a client, on the right side of the image, who mirrors the pose. They both wear face masks and suits.

WINCHESTER — Twelve graduates celebrated on Friday after completing an internship program at Valley Health’s Winchester Medical Center.