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.

12/27/2025

Happy Kwanzaa from Inroads to Opportunities 🖤💚❤️

This week, we celebrate unity, purpose, creativity, and community — values that guide our mission every day. Wishing peace, reflection, and joy to all who observe.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Inroads to Opportunities! 🎄✨

Last week, we were honored to receive a visit from the big man himself from the North Pole 🎅 during one of the busiest times of the year. The smiles, laughter, and holiday cheer made it a moment our participants won’t forget.

Thank you for spreading joy and magic across our campus — it truly made the season brighter!

12/24/2025

Congratulations to Our 2025 William Kology Award Winners

Please join us in congratulating our 2025 William Kology Award recipients — Luis Paulino Lizardo and Yorby Jimenez 🎉

Each year, this award honors two Inroads participants who demonstrate outstanding growth, dedication, and progress on their vocational journey.

Luis, a TransitionPLUS participant, showed incredible transformation this year — growing from limited engagement to becoming focused, motivated, and fully embracing training at the center.

Yorby, who works at Marshalls in Linden, has been recognized by his job coach Sofia Aguilar as a superstar employee, excelling in maintenance and janitorial services.

In recognition of your determination, perseverance, and achievements in 2025, we celebrate both of you. Your hard work continues to inspire our entire community.

12/23/2025

Earlier this month, Inroads participants enjoyed a very special visit with Roselle Mayor Donald Shaw ☕✨

Participants introduced themselves, shared something positive about who they are, toured Borough departments, posed for a mini photo shoot in the Mayor’s office — and even had a friendly sing-off! 🎤

Everyone left with gifts from the Mayor, but the biggest takeaways were the smiles, confidence, and unforgettable memories.

We are incredibly grateful to have a Mayor who truly cares about everyone in our community, especially individuals with different abilities. Thank you, Mayor Shaw and Councilman-at-large Denise Wilkerson, for your warmth, time, and leadership.

12/22/2025

3rd Annual Inroads Choir Concert & Tree Lighting

On Wednesday, December 17, we proudly hosted our 3rd Annual Inroads Choir Concert on our Roselle campus.

Led by our music therapists Leah, Donna + Nicky, our 30+ member choir filled the room with holiday favorites including Let It Snow, Jingle Bells, All I Want for Christmas Is You, Dreidel, and a beautiful closing performance of We Are the World.

We also celebrated the lighting of our brand new 10-foot Christmas tree, generously donated by National Tree Company — a truly special moment for our campus and community.

Thank you to our incredible staff, Board of Directors, music therapists, sponsors, local business leaders, and dignitaries who joined us for this joyful evening. Community, music, and celebration — this is what the season is all about. ❤️🎄

12/20/2025

Inroads to Opportunities will be closed December 24th–26th in observance of Christmas.

We wish our participants, families, partners, and community a peaceful and joyful holiday. Thank you for being part of the Inroads family throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back soon!

12/17/2025

Help Us Build a Brighter 2026 at Inroads

Every day at Inroads, people discover new skills, new confidence and new opportunities. As we look toward 2026, we are focused on expanding what is possible for individuals with disabilities through meaningful vocational training, life skills development and mental health supports.

Your sponsorship helps us grow these programs and strengthen our 85,000 square foot campus so it can serve even more people in the years ahead.

Our new 2026 Sponsor and Wish List highlights the tools, equipment and capital upgrades that directly impact learning, employment and independence. Whether it is supporting renovations for our vocational and life skills development center, enhancing safety across campus, or helping us expand industry aligned training programs, each contribution moves the mission forward.

Explore how you can make an impact: www.inroadsto.org/sponsors

12/15/2025

Tonight marks the beginning of the Festival of Lights and a time to celebrate warmth, joy, and community.

As we close out the year, we are grateful for everyone who brings light to our campus every day.

Wishing our Inroads families, staff, and supporters a bright and meaningful week ahead.

12/14/2025

Inroads Holiday Party is still on for today. Please travel safely! ☃️

12/13/2025

Help us congratulate our final vocational spotlight of 2025, Jennifer O! 🎉

Jennifer has been a dedicated member of the Inroads community for nine years, training and thriving in our Contract Packaging Program. Throughout her time with us, she has worked on a wide variety of projects for our business partners, consistently showing reliability, focus, and pride in everything she does.

What truly sets Jennifer apart is her bright spirit and positive attitude. She comes to work ready to learn, contribute, and support her teammates, bringing encouragement and kindness to everyone around her. Her commitment and enthusiasm make a meaningful impact each day on our campus.

We are incredibly proud of Jennifer and grateful for the joy, dedication, and hard work she brings to Inroads. Congratulations, Jennifer — and thank you for being such an important part of our community! 💙

12/12/2025

🎁 This season help us create more pathways to independence 🎁

Every day at Inroads we empower individuals with disabilities through vocational training, life skills education and community inclusion. You help make this possible. 💙

As we approach the holidays please consider supporting our mission.
Your gift helps fund:

✨ Vocational & Life Skills Development
✨ Inroads Food Service Professionals Training Program
✨ Job Readiness Training
✨ Classroom Tools and Technology

➡️ Donate today and be part of someone’s success story.
Together we build futures filled with purpose and possibility.

💛 Click the link in our bio or visit our website to give.

Address

301 Cox Street
Roselle, NJ
07203

Telephone

+19082417200

Website

http://www.inroadsto.org/

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