WorkNow provides a “one stop” online website (English and Spanish) where individuals with disabilities, their families, services providers and potential employers can locate employment related resources. It focuses on plain language content to help dispelling myths about “barriers” to employment and supply information about finding integrated competitive jobs. WorkNow was created using a user-centered participatory design so webpages, videos and language would be functional and appealing for a broad audience. Working closely with San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center staff and a focus group of individuals with disabilities, family members, and providers, BRC crafted an accessible site with easy-to-use directions to resources.

2. “It is the policy of the state that opportunities for
integrated, competitive employment shall be
given the highest priority for working age
individuals with developmental disabilities,
regardless of the severity of their disabilities.”
2013 Assembly Bill 1041 - Employment First Policy
Employment First priorities

4. Components
General employment references
Individuals Families Providers Employers

5. Website Development
Focus
Group
Field
Test
Resource Rating
Survey
Client Advisors

6. One-stop
employment
resource
library
videos
easy to
use
Putting it all together

7. View website & videos
Worknow1.com