During 2022, we served 1,536 individuals with disabilities.
LEAP is a federally recognized Center for Independent Living (CIL). CIL's are non-residential places of action and coalition where persons with disabilities learn and develop necessary skills, empowering them to make their own life choices.
We tirelessly worked to advance the rights of individuals with disabilities across multiple local, state, & federal organizations. LEAP advocated for systems change to promote Independent Living for all individuals who live with disabilities. We worked... read more
102 individuals were taught how to effectively assert their rights. We continually built coalitions or collaborative partnerships designed to expand participation of individuals with significant disabilities in communities & participated with others who shared the mission... read more
112 individuals received independent living skills training services. Living independently requires knowledge, planning, and support. LEAP’s services helped ensure that individuals understand their options for home- and community-based services and support and are ready for the... read more
934 individuals received expert assistance obtaining their benefits. LEAP’s benefits assistance program helped individuals with disabilities and older adults learn about and gain access to government programs. This helped individuals maintain stable and adequate financial resources. Disability... read more
230 individuals increased their income and security by using our employment services. LEAP’s employment services promoted the independence and self-sufficiency of adults and youth with disabilities. Employment specialists considered the strengths and concerns of each individual... read more
170 individuals participated in our Quantum LEAP recreational programs. We offered a variety of social, recreational, and athletic opportunities for adults with disabilities, ages 18+. These year-round activities were specifically designed or adapted for individuals with... read more
LEAP’s long-standing relationship with the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center has been productive for both partners. In this video, human resources recruiter Charles Bonacci talks about how the hospital has benefitted from working with... read more
Tom, one of LEAP’s dedicated employment specialists, recently helped a consumer earn his first job! Tom first met the consumer when he participated in LEAP’s Summer Youth Work Experience (SYWE) program for high school students. Their... read more
Bob Voss, pub manager for Great Lakes Brewing Co., talks about success in hiring an individual through LEAP. read more
A cozy little shop with natural lighting, wooden bins of fresh produce, and a big chalkboard covered in colorful lists of bulk grains and smoothie ingredients The Grocery is one of Ohio City’s hidden gems.... read more
As National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) comes to an end, we are very excited to honor an individual supervisor who has worked closely with the LEAP Employment Services Program. Joshua (Josh) Beers, the Supervisor... read more
Expect. Employ. Empower.That is the theme for 2104 National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual campaign sponsored each October by the U.S. Department of Labor. The effort is intended to raise awareness of the vast... read more
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