Inroads To Opportunities

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Inroads To Opportunities

Empowering people with disabilities in their pursuit of employment, independence and life skills. We have grown from serving 4 individuals to over 500 annually.

Occupational Center of Union County (OCUC) was founded in March of 1959 as a not-for-profit 501 (c) 3 agency serving the greater Union County area. We are committed to providing vocational preparation, transition from school to work, job placement and mental health services to individuals with all types of disabilities from ages 16 on up. We have established relationships with 100's of local businesses, schools, hospitals, community agencies, and families. Starting in 2015, we will be doing business as Inroads to Opportunities. Inroads is certified by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). We are an approved provider of the NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, the NJ Division of Development Disabilities and the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired. We are licensed by the state of New Jersey to provide mental health partial care services under the Division of Mental Health and Addictions Services. We are an approved Medicaid provider and an approved Employment Network under the Ticket to Work Social Security initiative.

08/29/2025

📌 In observance of Labor Day, Inroads to Opportunities will be closed on Monday, September 1st.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend, and we look forward to seeing you back on Tuesday, September 2nd.

08/27/2025

🎥 Content with a Cause: Inroads President & CEO, Angela Calzone, sat down with PiZetta Media to share how our programs open doors for individuals with disabilities.

For more than 60 years, Inroads has been helping people transition from school to work, gain employment, and live more independently. Today, nearly 500 people each year benefit from vocational training, life skills education, supported employment, and mental health services.

Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kche76uBjU

08/26/2025

🚫 MYTH: “If I start working, I’ll automatically lose my disability benefits.”
✅ TRUTH: The Ticket to Work Program was designed to help you work without risking your benefits right away.

At Inroads to Opportunities, we’ll help you:
👩‍💼 Find the right job for your goals
🧾 Learn how to report your income correctly
📈 Understand how work incentives protect your benefits

📍If you're between ages 18–64 and receive SSI or SSDI, you qualify.

Let’s take the first step together. Contact Inroads to Opportunities and ask about Ticket to Work.

08/25/2025

☀️ Summer fun is in full swing at Inroads Day Habilitation!
So far, participants have enjoyed:

A community health fair
Candle making class
LEGO class at Elizabeth Library
Morris Museum trip
A summer movie at Cinemark 🎬

Our Day Habilitation program is all about community connectedness—helping individuals build awareness, confidence, and joy through real-world experiences.

Learn more about how we make a difference: www.inroadsto.org/day-habilitation

08/22/2025

🌿 This month, TransitionPLUS participants have been busy—and having fun! We enjoyed a trip to the American Dream Mall, taken in the breathtaking views at Eagle Rock Reservation in West Orange, and continued tending to our community garden.

What is TransitionPLUS?
It’s a program designed for individuals with disabilities ages 21–25+ to build independence through daily living and pre-vocational skills. With structured support, participants gain tools to navigate life’s challenges, strengthen self-advocacy, and prepare for a future full of possibilities.

Our program offers:
✅ Individual assessments & goal setting
✅ Independent living skills training
✅ Career exploration & resume building
✅ Volunteer experiences & community integration
✅ Leisure activities & social skill development
✅ Case management & peer networking

Participants attend at least 2 days per week, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–3 PM. Eligibility is through the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).

08/21/2025

🎲 It’s back—and bigger than ever! 🎲

Join us Friday, September 26th from 7–11 PM at the Grand Ballroom, Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth for Inroads to Opportunities’ Casino Night Fundraiser & Awards Dinner.

Enjoy exciting table games like blackjack, craps, roulette, and 3-card poker. Your play chips turn into raffle tickets for a chance to win one of 40+ incredible prizes!

Why it matters: Every ticket and sponsorship directly supports Inroads’ mission—providing employment, training, and life skills programs for people with disabilities. Your participation helps us create pathways to independence and opportunity.

🎟️ Reserve your spot or become a sponsor today: www.inroadsto.com/fundraisers

08/20/2025

📸 Inroads at Roselle National Night Out!

Inroads staff had a great time connecting with neighbors at Borough Hall for this annual event that strengthens police–community partnerships. Events like this make our community safer, stronger, and more connected.

A big thank you to Inroads team members Tammy, Dale & Xiomara for proudly sharing our programs and services with the community. 💙

08/19/2025

🏁 Find a job? That’s just the beginning!

The Ticket to Work Program doesn’t stop once you’re hired. Inroads to Opportunities continues to support you with:

🧩 Job accommodations
📬 Employer communication
🗂️ Staying organized
💰 Help reporting your income to Social Security
💡 Ongoing answers to your benefits questions

We’re your partner through every step of your employment journey.

🎟️ You’ve got a Ticket—let’s use it.

Contact Inroads to Opportunities to get started today.

08/16/2025

Check out this great feature from Union News Daily about the Union County 2025 Summer Fair for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs, held at Warinanco Sports Center! 🎉

The event celebrates 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and brings together residents, families, and community organizations for an afternoon of fun, pride, and inclusion.

We’re proud to be part of a county that prioritizes accessibility and celebration of disability pride.

👉 Read the full article here: https://unionnewsdaily.com/news/2025-summer-fair-for-persons-with-disabilities-and-special-needs-is-hosted

08/15/2025

🌟 Inroads Vocational Spotlight: Ashley S. 🌟

Every month, we shine a light on a program participant who’s showing drive and determination on their vocational journey.

Meet Ashley! She trains in our Extended Employment Program and our ServSafe Cafeteria Program, where she loves preparing delicious meals. 🍽️
What’s her favorite part about Inroads? Her friends! 💙

Because here, we are community.

Congratulations, Ashley—you inspire us all! 🎉

Address

301 Cox Street
Roselle, NJ
07203

Telephone

+19082417200

Website

http://www.inroadsto.org/

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