We're a nationwide leader in Supported & Customized Employment. AtWork! By focusing as much on the employer’s needs as on its’ clients needs, AtWork!
We serve people with disabilities by providing training & support necessary for employment approaches its mission of helping people with disabilities be productive, integrated and contributing members of their communities from a unique 360-degree perspective. can – and does – strategize, design and create jobs that are valuable, meaningful and deliver a measurable benefit to everyone inv
olved. When placing clients in new positions, AtWork! provides customized on-site training and continuing on-site support to ensure that both client and employer achieve or surpass the results they expect. More than 50 years ago, two groups of parents, a special education teacher and the Kiwanis Club of Issaquah came together with a singular belief; people with disabilities belong in their communities and have the capacity to work and contribute to them. In those days this ideology was uncommon, and people with disabilities were routinely sent away to institutions. Our founders were the pioneers of community inclusion and their passion fueled their commitment to bring innovative ideas and resources together to create sustainable opportunities. Today, we continue to be innovative and transformative leaders earning national recognition for empowering people previously deemed unemployable. We deliver individualized and customized conduits of employment, links to the community, and assistance with the transition from school to work. Our services are highly personalized and focus on creating opportunities that interest and satisfy the individual and meet the needs of the business. Every day, AtWork! is proving that employment for all is not just a dream, but a reality. Learn more at www.AtWorkWA.org
04/24/2026
We’re proud to spotlight Giovanni and the great work he’s doing at Safeway! 👏
Giovanni plays an important role on the team, retrieving carts, dusting and mopping the store, and completing go-backs to keep shelves organized and customers happy. His hard work helps the store run smoothly every day.
Giovanni’s dedication and consistency make a real difference, and we’re grateful for inclusive employers like Safeway who recognize the value of every team member. Way to go!
04/23/2026
World Autism Acceptance Month - What Autism Acceptance Means at AtWork!
AtWork! partners with individuals, families, and employers to build pathways to meaningful employment. For many individuals with autism, success comes when employers recognize strengths such as attention to detail, reliability, creativity, honesty, and deep focus.
Acceptance in action looks like:
- Person-centered employment planning
- Customized job development
- Employer education and partnership
- On-the-job coaching and support
- Long-term success strategies
We work to ensure individuals are not asked to change who they are to fit into a workplace, but rather that workplaces grow more inclusive and responsive.
When inclusive employment works, communities thrive.
04/22/2026
🏛️ Legislative sessions come and go—but advocacy is year-round.
Our Advocacy Alerts keep you informed on key issues affecting people with disabilities across Washington State. https://secure.everyaction.com/JVEnKTv8XUKo2AFTH-Ahqw2
04/20/2026
This past weekend, our Spokane Transition Specialist, Lyndsey Wood, joined Wishing Tree Books for a Fidget & Fun Sensory Story Time! In s support of Autism Acceptance Month, she and the store brought a sensory-friendly storytime to life, complete with sensory supports and creative crafts for the community. Great Work!
04/20/2026
We’re proud to recognize Eastgate Safeway as our Employer of the Month! 🌟
This incredible team has created meaningful employment opportunities for six individuals supported by AtWork!, fully embracing inclusive hiring and building a workplace where everyone is part of the team.
This partnership is more than employment; it’s community, connection, and opportunity in action. We’re grateful for Safeway’s commitment to making a real impact.
We’re excited to share that Edwin has been enjoying his time in Community Inclusion at Aegis Living!
From coloring and crafts to meaningful conversations and social connection, Edwin is building relationships and engaging in activities that spark creativity and confidence. These moments of connection are what community inclusion is all about; belonging, participation, and shared experiences.
We’re grateful for partners like Aegis Living who create welcoming spaces where everyone can contribute and thrive.
Way to go, Edwin! 🎨✨
04/16/2026
World Autism Acceptance Month - Why This Month Matters
Individuals with autism continue to face disproportionately high rates of unemployment and underemployment. Research consistently shows that many people who want to work and are capable of meaningful employment, yet encounter barriers in hiring processes, workplace communication norms, and limited employer understanding.
Autism Acceptance Month helps:
Highlight strengths and contributions
Elevate autistic voices
Encourage inclusive hiring practices
Advocate for policy and funding that supports employment services
Most importantly, it challenges us to examine how systems, not individuals, often need to change.
04/15/2026
Our newsletter is more than announcements—it’s a window into what inclusion looks like in action.
📩 Sign up for the AtWork! Newsletter and stay in the know. https://mailchi.mp/atworkwa/atwork-newsletter
04/14/2026
Featuring the official color palette of 📘🗳️🎨🍃💼
Image 1: A view from an Employment Consultant's Desk featuring Empowerment Blue
Image 2: The WA Legislature Building featuring Advocacy Gray
Image 3: The artwork of Ivanova Smith featuring Creative Blue
Image 4: The cherry tree outside AtWork!'s HQ featuring Equity Green
Image 5: The Randall Room, a testament to our history, featuring Innovation Orange and Inclusion Yellow
04/10/2026
One year and going strong! 🎉 Trey just celebrated his 1st anniversary with Safeway, and we couldn’t be more proud. Over the past year, Trey has built meaningful connections with coworkers, grown in confidence, and become a valued member of the team.
To celebrate, his coworkers surprised him with some of his favorite treats, a sweet reminder of the relationships he’s built along the way.
Trey truly loves his job (and tells everyone who will listen!), and it shows.
Congratulations, Trey! Here’s to many more milestones ahead!
04/09/2026
World Autism Acceptance Month - Acceptance vs. Awareness
Awareness is important. It helps reduce stigma and misinformation.
But acceptance goes further. Acceptance means:
Creating workplaces that value neurodiverse talent
Designing hiring practices that remove unnecessary barriers
Supporting accommodations without hesitation
Recognizing autistic individuals as leaders, professionals, and contributors
Acceptance centers dignity and equity, not charity.
04/08/2026
We’re excited to celebrate Mason’s continued growth at U-Frame It in Factoria Mall!
Mason has taken on new responsibilities, including sorting and organizing the different frame backings, an important task that keeps operations running smoothly behind the scenes. Learning new skills and expanding responsibilities is a big step, and Mason is rising to the occasion.
We’re grateful for inclusive employers like U-Frame It who create opportunities for individuals to grow, contribute, and succeed.
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More than 50 years ago, two groups of parents, a special education teacher and the Kiwanis Club of Issaquah came together with a singular belief; people with disabilities belong in their communities and have the capacity to work and contribute to them.
In those days this ideology was uncommon, and people with disabilities were routinely sent away to institutions. Our founders were the pioneers of community inclusion and their passion fueled their commitment to bring innovative ideas and resources together to create sustainable opportunities.
Today, we continue to be innovative and transformative leaders earning national recognition for empowering people previously deemed unemployable. We deliver individualized and customized conduits of employment, links to the community, and assistance with the transition from school to work. Our services are highly personalized and focus on creating opportunities that interest and satisfy the individual and meet the needs of the business.
Every day, AtWork! is proving that employment for all is not just a dream, but a reality.
