The program has been in the works since the fall when Special Olympics Illinois and Amazon Fresh teamed up and hosted a “Job Shadow Day” at the Oak Lawn grocery store.
Lorenz, who has Autism, started his job in December and one of his exciting tasks is charging and swapping batteries for Amazon's dash carts. He also helps by stocking shelves and assisting customers.
The program also matched Natalie Gasser with a job. She has been part of Special Olympics for more than three decades. Her very first day at Amazon was Tuesday! "She's built a confidence she didn't have and she feels important, part of society in having a job," said Nancy Gasser, Natalie's mom. "People with disabilities, on average over the last decade, are twice as likely to be unemployed than someone without a disability. This isn't right, this isn't equitable and I think as a community we have to do something and that's why Special Olympics Illinois and Amazon came together to start job hiring, training and support for people with disabilities.
In late February, Special Olympics Illinois and Amazon Fresh will be hosting another "Job Shadow Day" in Naperville. Special Olympics Illinois hopes to see the program expand nationwide. that I have read and agree
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