Santa Fe College Career Center
We took GOC Members to the Santa Fe College Job Fair this week as part of our ongoing outreach to help adults living with mental illness rejoin the community and…
Working with EmployU
We’re working with Tony and Candace from EmployU, and now we’re looking to grow that partnership even more! We know that people need all kinds of support on their journey…
Karina Shines in County TE
Karina is putting her skills to work in a Transitional Employment position with Alachua County Government, delivering mail to offices like the County Commission and Tax Collector. This short-term role…
Exploring Opportunities for Employment
Our Members attended a job fair hosted by One Community Family Resource Center to explore opportunities for reentering the job market. Employment is the gateway to independence. That’s why one…
James Presents at Employment Dinner
This is James who is giving a presentation at our Employment Dinner for the purpose of showing other Members what he does for his work. In addition to sharing his…
Our Member Kyana is Working!
Kyana is working! We are so proud of you Kyana! Finding a job isn’t always the issue for those living with mental illness. It is the obstacles that your illness…
The Importance of Support
Dr. Jacob Atem, a former Lost Boy of Sudan came to the GOC to share his experiences and encourage our Members to overcome obstacles. At age 6, Jacob walked 2000…
Building a Partnership with City Commission
Thank you so much to City of Gainesville, FL – Government Commissioner Desmon Duncan-Walker for visiting the GOC. We shared the successes and challenges of our Members. For adults living…
Mayor Sees Role of GOC in Our Community
Thank you so much to City of Gainesville, FL – Government Mayor Harvey Ward for visiting the GOC. It is so important our community leaders understand the role we play.…
Equal Opportunities For Employment
Did you know that 80% of people living with a serious mental illness are unemployed? That is why we met with the City of Gainesville, FL – Government Equal Opportunity…