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Web Site: http://www.kuhngroup.org
1630 North Colony Road, P.O. Box 941, Meriden, CT 06450 - 0941
Tel: (203) 235-2583 Fax: (203) 235-0827

Kuhn provides training placement and employment for people with disabilities. Participants become valued in the community, more independent and proud.

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A "TRIPLE CROWN" FOR KUHN At a recent trade a ...

October 22, 2006

At a recent trade association event, individuals associated Kuhn Employment Opportunities, Inc. were honored with recognition in all three categories of service distinction.

Each year Connecticut Community Providers Association (CCPA) accepts nominations of persons and businesses that demonstrate exemplary community service to consumers with disabilities. Awards were presented by the (CCPA) to a Kuhn staff person, a Kuhn employer and a Kuhn worker (consumer) in recognition of their achievements.

The award ceremony was held on September 13th and 14th in Farmington, Connecticut. Geoff Crandall, a Kuhn Employment Specialist, was presented with an award for Outstanding Direct Care. He was acknowledged for his compassion and going "above and beyond" to assist his clients in need. Attorney Carella, of Carella Law Offices in Middletown (pictured on right), received an award for his outstanding community support to individuals with disabilities. Attorney Carella employs a participant in the Kuhn Supported Employment Program, and has worked to encourage others to look past the disability and recognize individual abilities. Alice Marvin (pictured on left), a client in Kuhn's Middletown's Supported Vocational Mentor Program was recognized as an Outstanding Consumer. Alice's success as a result of her determination and work ethic was acknowledged.

Kuhn Employment Opportunities is a nationally accredited not-for-profit employment agency for people with disabilities. Offices are located in Meriden and Middletown. Additional information is available by contacting Kuhn at (203) 235-2583 in Meriden or (860) 347-8923 in Middletown or viewing their web site at www.kuhngroup.org.

The Connecticut Community Providers Association (CCPA) represents Connecticut organizations that provide services and supports for people with disabilities including people with addictions, mental illness, developmental, and physical disabilities. Additional information is available by contacting CCPA at (860) 257-7909 or viewing their web site at ccpa-inc.org.

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