L to R: Client John C., CRS Gina O., CRS Khristina H., Savers Manager Heather G., Client Tanya M., WOU Director Will E., WOU President David D. Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU)’s Lowell, MA team recently presented a plaque to Savers in Plaistow, NH. This gift serves as a symbol of WOU’s gratitude for [...]
In order to help their clients find meaningful employment, Work Opportunities Unlimited relies on its partnerships with local and national employers. Savers, an organization with over 300 thrift stores nationwide, is one such partner. Savers not only does good by contributing to local charities, but it also affords opportunities for WOU’s clients to gain valuable [...]
L to R: Darlene Hayden, Liz Carney-Olmstead, Tosha Talbot Work Opportunities Unlimited is pleased to announce that Elizabeth “Liz” Carney Olmstead of Keene, New Hampshire is the recipient of the company's annual Retained Placement award. The award is given to the Career Resource Specialist who played the most influential role in assisting a [...]
Toward the end of Kat Fallon’s junior year at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), she was accepted into an internship that was subsequently cancelled. As the social work program she was in required all seniors to participate in a 450-hour internship in order to graduate, Kat had no choice but to find another internship. [...]
At Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) it’s our mission to create new opportunities for success in the workplace, every day, since 1982. WMUR's NH Chronicle presented a segment "The win-win of hiring the differently abled" that in-part features WOU clients who overcome barriers and are finding meaningful employment at Corey's Closet in Hooksett, NH. Beginning at [...]
L to R: Stacey Plamondon, Susannah Chance The Leadership Award is presented annually to the person who has significantly contributed to advancing our company toward our vision of serving 10,000 individuals across North America while staying committed to our mission. Among the criteria we consider is how well the person demonstrates the four [...]
In 2021 WOU and Leddy Group became part of a select group of NH-based organizations, each designated as a New Hampshire Veteran Friendly Business by the Department of Military Affairs & Veterans Services and NH Employment Security. WOU and Leddy Group aim to help Veterans and their families find meaningful employment within the WOU & [...]
Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) announces the recent promotion of Tosha Talbot to Director of the Keene, NH market, effective October 2021. In her new role, Tosha is responsible for managing, coaching, and supporting her team to provide the best quality employment, adult, and student services to the clients served in the greater Keene community. Tosha [...]
The 2021 Frank Loughran Award is awarded to Kelsey Mola! This award was established in memory of our late Vice President to recognize excellence in Supported Employment. It is given annually to an employee who has exhibited creativity in job development strategies for individuals with disabilities and a commitment to natural supports in the workplace. [...]
At our 2021 Annual Meeting, several of our team members received recognition for unique contributions throughout the year. We're pleased to share the good news that our team member Amanda Tosoni received the 2021 Roger LaChapelle Award. This award is given annually to the team member with the most significant job placement results company-wide. The [...]
