EMPOWERED is a non profit group that supports individuals with disabilities by empowering their caregivers, while cultivating a community of acceptance and belonging.
This workshop is a free event, brought to you by Empowered and DDS/BRS.
For parents and caregivers of children with unique needs. Empowered is excited to be partnering with the Bureau of Rehab Services for the educational component of our evening. BRS will be discussing a grant opportunity.
Employment Workshop
WHEN: Thursday March 19, 2026 From: 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Pearl Aura, 642 Hilliard ST Manchester CT, Building 1, on 2nd Floor, Suite 1215
WHAT (Agenda):
*Food (small bites)
*One-hour presentation from Ben Humphries and Rachel McKane from the Department of Developmental Services (DDS)/Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) on: CTPIE
*Connecting with other caregivers, parents, providers, teams (building Your Village)
*Self-Care activity
A bit about CTPIE:
CT Pathways to Integrated Employment (CTPIE) is an initiative in Connecticut that helps eligible youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities find employment, working side-by-side with people of all abilities and earning competitive wages and benefits.
WHO can JOIN:
You may be able to participate in CT PIE if:
You are a student with Intellectual and Development Disabilities (I/DD) who is eligible for the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), and you are interested in employment after high school, or
You are an adult with Intellectual and Development Disabilities (I/DD) who is eligible for the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and are currently working in sub-minimum wage employment, which means earning below the current CT state minimum wage, and you are also interested in earning competitive wages and benefits.
WHAT does CTPIE offer?
Individualized, person-centered approach
Skills developments and additional education
Exploring the right job for you
Prepare you for getting and advancing on the job
Job placement and on the job support
RSVP Today to get your spot!
Don't miss out on our 100% FREE March event- THANK YOU to the donors!
Registration link is below: