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In Arizona, one out of every 10 people has a disability. Two-thirds of people with disabilities age 18-64 do not have a job. For 65 years Beacon Group’s wide array of employment choices has helped people with disabilities gain independence by providing training and jobs. President of Beacon Group, Greg Natvig, and Jeff Brandenburg who works for Beacon Group as Pipe Assembler at SW Gas tell us more. …

"My whole life I wanted to be outside," Pizzi said. "You know doing landscaping. And I'm very competitive, so this is what I want to do." Pizzi got his dream job thanks to help from Beacon Group. The non-profit creates opportunities for people with disabilities by providing employment-related programs, including training and a job coach. …

Get an insider’s view of Beacon Group’s Paint Recycling Program that employs people with disabilities, helps preserve the environment, AND produces an inexpensive paint product for YOU to purchase. View here. …

Podcast interview with Beacon Group CEO, Greg Natvig, for Tucson Metro Chamber, August 2017. Audio Player …

Beacon serves a wide range of people from highly technically skilled to those with severe developmental disabilities by providing a wide variety of employment options and progressions. …

Jobs aren't always just about the money or meeting ever-increasing production demands. They're also about serving the community, and two examples are at work in Green Valley and Sahuarita. Read the full article in The Green Valley News here. …

The Arizona Daily Start reported on public policy related to employment for significantly disabled individuals. Many of the issues are still receiving attention. Download the full article here. …