Our Story
In California, a staggering 85% to 92% of adults with autism and intellectual disabilities of working age are unemployed. This chronic unemployment affects not only the individuals but also their families and society as a whole. Without jobs, many individuals live in poverty, and families struggle to provide support. Funded by the Thomas J. Long Foundation, HireAble was established to demonstrate how employment can break this cycle of poverty. This initiative is a collaboration between three non-profit human service agencies: Contra Costa ARC, Futures Explored Inc., and East Bay Innovations.