L to R: Whitney Ritt, Leslie Gell, Trisha Wagner, and David Dwyer (Providence, RI) On January 12, 2026, Leslie Gell, a Career Resource Specialist on the Providence Team, was presented a Success at Work award by David Dwyer during a team meeting. She was nominated for the award by Director Whitney Ritt. Since [...]
We’re delighted to share the success story of three Seacoast, NH area Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) clients, James Cassidy, Nathan Lano, and Joseph Nudd, who have recently earned the distinction of the NH Volunteer Service Award for 2025 at the Spirit of NH Awards, presented by Volunteer NH, an annual celebration of volunteerism since 2003. [...]
When Hannah Holscher left the classroom after teaching special education for almost six years, she wasn’t sure what was next for her career. A chance encounter at a local coffee shop – and the power of connectivity – led to a rewarding new job for Hannah at Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU)! In early 2024, Hannah [...]
When Theresa Avila’s sister-in-law, Chantel Soler-Fernandez, moved to Massachusetts from Florida, she had a hard time finding the right employment opportunity. Luckily, Theresa was a Career Resource Specialist at Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) and knew that WOU was hiring. With her impressive professional background and the power of connectivity, Chantel is doing what she loves [...]
L to R: President & CEO David Dwyer, Siiri Gott, Director Sarah Pednault Work Opportunities Unlimited is pleased to announce that Siiri Gott on the Portland, ME team is the 2023 recipient of the company's annual Retained Placement award! The award is given to the Career Resource Specialist who played the most influential [...]
At Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) we believe that all people can work, and it’s our mission to create new opportunities for success in the workplace, every day, since 1982. WOU client Drew Merritt recently started a new job at The Twisted Tomato in Del Ray Beach, FL, where he is supported by WOU Career Resource [...]
L to R: Sue Abel, Susan Scaperotto, Jenni Paine (West Palm Beach, Florida) - Work Opportunities Unlimited is pleased to announce that Susan Scaperotto of West Palm Beach, Florida, is the recipient of the prestigious Frank Loughran Award. The award recognizes excellence in Supported Employment and is given each year to an individual [...]
It makes our day brighter when we can make someone’s day bright! Congratulations Linda, and we’re so glad to have this connection with Merchant Lynx Services! Watch the video about Linda on LinkedIn:
Starting over in a new industry can be daunting, but when you have the support and encouragement you need, you may find you’re exactly where you belong. Patti White is a Career Resource Specialist in the Boston market. She enjoyed a 20-year career in retail before deciding it was time for a change. An online [...]
Florida Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) provides funding for Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) and is a federal and state funded program, designed to support people who have a barrier to employment, whether physical, developmental, or emotional. Those who qualify for the program become clients of vendor partners such as WOU, who work to find meaningful employment for [...]