Episodios

  • Why volunteering with SAW could be right for you

    Why volunteering with SAW could be right for you
    Oct 15 2021

    As a non-profit, SAW relies on volunteers to help carry out its work and mission of helping adults with developmental disabilities reach towards achieving their full potential. To learn more about SAW’s volunteer program, we have board members Tim Clemens and Todd Barson who have enjoyed volunteering for years. They explain why it's rewarding and fun and why you should give it a chance too.

    Visit sawinc.org to learn more about the organization. Share your thoughts or questions by emailing SAW at communication@sawinc.org or by visiting our Facebook page @sawincneo and Linkedin page @SAW, Inc. Organization.
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    23 m
  • How SAW‘s employment services benefit individuals and companies

    How SAW‘s employment services benefit individuals and companies
    Sep 14 2021
    SAW’s Employment Services Department helps connect individuals with nearly 20 community partners for paid work. The driving force behind this work is SAW’s Group Employment Manager Viola Johnson. In this episode, we speak with her to find out how individuals and companies can benefit. If you're a company looking to fulfill your workforce needs with reliable employees while increasing diversity, call Viola to find out more at (440) 804-6965. Visit sawinc.org to learn more about the organization. Share your thoughts or questions by emailing SAW at communication@sawinc.org or by visiting our Facebook page @sawincneo and Linkedin page @SAW, Inc. Organization.
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    14 m
  • A conversation with a SAW board member - why get involved?

    A conversation with a SAW board member - why get involved?
    Apr 6 2021
    We interview Russell Benghiat, a member of SAW's board of directors, who has served for more than 20 years. He shares why he chose to get involved and why others should too. If you feel you can be an asset, email CEO Judy Carey at Carey.Judith@sawinc.org. Visit sawinc.org to learn more about the organization. Share your thoughts or questions by emailing SAW at communication@sawinc.org or by visiting our Facebook page @sawincneo and Linkedin page @SAW, Inc. Organization.
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    15 m
  • A SAW manager shares what makes its centers great

    A SAW manager shares what makes its centers great
    Mar 4 2021

    SAW's Parma Adult Activities Center manager Karen Fifelski discusses why she loves working with adults with developmental disabilities at SAW, as well as the options the centers provide for both recreational and employment opportunities, allowing individuals to reach toward their full potential.

    Take a look at SAW's website (sawinc.org) to learn more about the organization. Share your thoughts or questions by emailing SAW at communication@sawinc.org or by visiting our Facebook page @sawincneo and Linkedin page @SAW, Inc. Organization.
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    20 m
  • A SAW parent and individual share perspectives

    A SAW parent and individual share perspectives
    Feb 2 2021

    We spoke with a SAW parent as well as an individual to hear their thoughts on how SAW has made a difference in their lives and their views on how the provider is keeping individuals, staff and their families safe in light of COVID-19.

    Take a look at SAW's website (sawinc.org) to learn more about the organization. Share us your thoughts or questions by emailing SAW at communication@sawinc.org or by visiting our Facebook page @sawincneo and Linkedin page @SAW, Inc. Organization.

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    24 m
  • Reopening and working from a COO’s perspective

    Reopening and working from a COO’s perspective
    Jul 22 2020
    In this episode of SAW Talks, we speak with Lori Cooper, COO of SAW Inc. to learn about what the nonprofit looks for when hiring, as well as how it's working to reopen its adult day facilities while keeping individuals, staff and their families safe in light of COVID-19. Take a look at SAW's website (sawinc.org) to learn more about the organization. Share us your thoughts or questions by emailing SAW at communication@sawinc.org or by visiting our Facebook page @sawincneo and Linkedin page @SAW, Inc. Organization.
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    30 m
  • Group employment opportunities and other programs

    Group employment opportunities and other programs
    Jul 8 2020

    In this episode, we discuss some of the programs SAW offers in Northeast Ohio including its group employment program. Learn how individuals are matched with the right program for them and how companies can benefit from these programs too.
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    13 m
  • Caring for individuals in light of COVID-19

    Caring for individuals in light of COVID-19
    Jun 24 2020

    Unfortunately, when the COVID-19 pandemic broke out, SAW had to temporarily close its six adult day services facilities. In this episode, SAW's CEO Judy Carey discusses how SAW has been serving individuals at home and how it plans to reopen while keeping the safety of staff, individuals and their families top of mind.

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    13 m