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The Fedcap Group Launches New, International Companies to Further Advance Economic and Social Well-Being in the United Kingdom

The Fedcap Group Launches New, International Companies to Further Advance Economic and Social Well-Being in the United Kingdom

The Fedcap Group is pleased to announce the launch of two new companies in the United Kingdom, Fedcap Employment and Fedcap Scotland, extending its operations and impact throughout the U.K.

The two newly-formed companies are part of Fedcap UK–a growing network of top-tiered nonprofit agencies dedicated to the well-being of the impoverished and disadvantaged. In the U.K., the two new enterprises will oversee major employment programs across the U.K. with the hiring of 130 employees to support the continuous delivery of services to thousands of people.

Last year, The Fedcap Group, led by President & CEO Christine McMahon, expanded its footprint internationally when it combined with Kennedy-Scott, a non-profit agency that provides employment services throughout the U.K. “We are very excited about our expanding UK enterprise,” said Ms. McMahon. “The formation of these new companies means we are able to create broader impact, further leveraging the proven models we’ve developed throughout the United States. We are partnering with seasoned professionals who bring first-hand knowledge of the communities and constituencies we will be serving and who have strong partnerships with businesses and enterprises throughout the United Kingdom.”

Fedcap Employment and Fedcap Scotland will be led by workforce development expert Brian Bell. “We’re delighted to be able to help secure the jobs of many people doing amazing work across the U.K. as we look to support people back to work, or even into work for the first time,” said Mr. Bell. “We believe that everything is possible, and we’re looking forward to helping people achieve what they want. This work is just the start. We are extremely ambitious and will be building on the experience and success of our parent company, The Fedcap Group, to develop and deliver further programs of support across Britain. We will innovate and help to transform the lives of as many people as possible.”

Fedcap UK is led by its President, Grant Collins, who is also SVP for Workforce Development at The Fedcap Group. “We’re thrilled to be expanding our operations in United Kingdom to widen our global reach and scale,” said Mr. Collins. “The models we have created here in the U.S. are replicable and are having measurable and sustainable impact and now the power of those models will be felt abroad.”

For more information, please contact: Steven Zarnfaller at szarnfaller@fedcap.org.

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2018 Year End Financial and Programmatic Results

2018 Year End Financial and Programmatic Results

The Fedcap Group Reports Fiscal Year 2018 Operating and Financial Results

  • Served more than 317,000 individuals with disabilities and other barriers.
  • Achieved 14.4% revenue increase driven by organic and acquisition growth.
  • 88% of operating expenses were program-related.
  • Significantly strengthened Fedcap’s Easterseals platform in key geographies.
  • Expanded Criminal Justice Work
  • Acquired MLVE (Virginia) and Kennedy Scott (U.K.)
New York, December 11 – The Fedcap Group, a not-for-profit organization that develops innovative, sustainable solutions and opportunities for people with barriers to achieve economic well-being, today reported operating and financial results for its 2018 fiscal year ended September 30, 2018.

Management Comment

“This was another excellent year for Fedcap. We executed on several key initiatives that significantly expanded the number of individuals we served, increased our revenues at a double-digit rate through a combination of organic and acquisition growth, and continued to invest in innovation and infrastructure to ensure the sustainability of the organization,” said Christine McMahon, Fedcap’s Chief Executive Officer.

“An important highlight of fiscal 2018 was our extended footprint in early intervention, which has proven to be so critical in helping individuals with disabilities gain self-sufficiency in adulthood. During the year, we acquired Easterseals Central and North Texas and were awarded the rights to establish Easterseals locations in Mississippi, Oklahoma and South Dakota. Together with our existing operations in New York and Rhode Island, Fedcap has established an Easterseals platform that is positioned to serve an expanded population, share best practices and grow organically and through additional acquisitions.

“At the same time, we continued to intervene on behalf of specialized populations who face difficulties in gaining meaningful employment, including veterans, people with disabilities, individuals 55 years of age and over, and those exiting the criminal justice system. Our credentials have been recognized by government agencies and funders in the City of New York, where we are working on several cutting-edge programs including delivering work-readiness services within the walls of Rikers Island prison and providing job training and job placement services to those awaiting trial. Additionally, we continued to develop programs to encourage higher education for those aging out of the foster care system.

“In all cases, we leverage The Fedcap Group’s expanded services and solutions to develop innovative approaches to longstanding issues. This strategy has enabled us to win an increasing number of contracts awards from government agencies in the 22 states in which we currently operate, and grants from private sector participants. With a growing pipeline of business development opportunities, The Fedcap Group is a growth platform for like-minded organizations seeking to strengthen their impact on key issues facing populations in need,” Ms. McMahon noted.

2018 Financial and Operating Metrics

Fiscal year 2018 revenues were $295.8 million, an increase of 14.4% over the $258.5 million in revenues reported for FY17. The improvement reflects both organic and acquisition growth, primarily related to the expansion of our workforce contracts in the District of Columbia, growth of ReServe across the country, expansion of Single Stop into more community colleges, continued growth of our Total Facilities Management initiatives, and acquisitions of MVLE, Inc., and two Easterseals affiliates in Central and North Texas. Notably, Fedcap has succeeded in significantly diversifying our revenue sources over the last several years, bringing a broader array of services to at-risk populations.
  • Economic Development accounted for 33% of Fedcap’s total FY18 revenues and is composed of business services operations that directly employ the populations we serve. Economic Development revenue totaled $98.9 million in Fiscal Year 2018. Fedcap employed more than 1,500 people in these businesses, the majority of whom have disabilities or other barriers. Within this activity, the largest revenue driver was Total Facilities Management, which includes work at such iconic sites as the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, New York’s Pennsylvania Station, New York City courthouses, Federal Aviation Administration installations in New Jersey, and government and commercial office buildings in New York, New Jersey, Washington, D.C. and Massachusetts. Other components of Economic Development include Manufacturing, which provides outsourced assembly and production of electronic products for our military, delivered by a workforce of people with disabilities, Business Solutions, which provides all aspects of back office support to government and commercial clients, Catering, which is a growing part of our portfolio, Security Services, InSynergy Staffing Solutions™ and Home Health Care, where over 360 Fedcap-trained and licensed professionals provide at-home care to those in need.
  • Workforce Development accounted for 40% of FY18 revenue, or $118.7 million, and represents the area in which Fedcap serves the largest number of individuals through a broad range of services. In FY 2018, we provided functional capacity assessments, employment readiness training, vocational evaluations, wellness services, counseling, and job placement and job retention services to a diversified group of individuals, each facing significant barriers to employment. We are pleased to report that The Fedcap Group placed more than 13,343 individuals in jobs during fiscal 2018 -- an increase over the prior year of 58% -- with 61% earning over $16.00 per hour. We work with 9,000 businesses nationwide. In FY 2018, our WeCARE contract surpassed 17,500 job placements, a major milestone.
    Our ReServe subsidiary reached a new record: There are currently 583 ReServists placed across the country, totaling over 6,000 since ReServe was launched in 2005. “ReServists” are retired professionals age 55+ who we place with organizations to expand capacity and create social impact in education, healthcare and poverty fighting.
  • Education and Occupational Health together accounted for more than $67.7 million in revenues, or 23% of FY18 revenue. Year-on-year growth was mainly due our growing body of work in the areas of Substance Use Disorder and Recovery in the Granite Pathways and Easterseals acquisitions. We provide a broad array of programs in the areas of behavioral health, evaluation and specialized training, assistance for youth transitioning from foster care, and vocational rehabilitation for individuals with disabilities. Over 6,000 individuals of all abilities advanced grade levels, graduated from high school, matriculated to college, graduated from college, or obtained vocational certification through our Career Design School, which offers fully certified training in Culinary Arts, Security, Facilities Management, Hospitality, Data Entry/Digital Imaging and Office Skills.

Fiscal year 2018 operating expenses were $295.3 million, 88% of which represented direct program expenses. The Fedcap Group reported an operating profit of $501,281 for FY 2018 compared to $289,187 in the prior year.

In December 2017 The Fedcap Group completed long-term financing through a $10 million Build NYC bond to finance renovations of the state-of-the-art program center at 210 East 43 Street and headquarters located at 633 Third Avenue, New York, NY and the Oracle HCM Cloud implementation.

At September 30, 2018, cash and marketable securities were $33.4million, up from $29 million in the prior year due to investment earnings and acquisitions.

Key Contract Wins and Strategic Highlights in 2018

  • Two performance-based Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) contracts in Washington, D.C. totaling $9.9 million over 5 years.
  • Six-month extension of the $31 million Human Resources Administration (HRA) WeCARE contract for training and placement services to more than 60,000 individuals in New York City.
  • Neighborhood Improvement Grants totaling $2.3 million from 28 council members focused on local projects throughout New York City.
  • A three-year, $2.3M annual contract to ReServe through the NYC Department for the Aging.
  • A two-year, $1.9 million Jail to Jobs contract from the City of New York Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice focused on successful reentry for previously-incarcerated individuals.
  • The Women’s Project, the first of its kind, helping women detained in Rikers Island prison because they could not make bail transition to the community with seamless care coordination.
  • A series of contracts with colleges in Rhode Island, Virginia, Louisiana, Florida and Oregon totaling $560,000 for Single Stop.

Better Together: Combinations Activity

During FY 2018, Fedcap welcomed three new organizations.

  • MVLE, a $15 million organization providing workforce, economic development and vocational rehabilitation services in Northern Virginia, combined effective April 2018.
  • Easterseals affiliates in Central and Northern Texas combined effective July 2018, adding $20 million in revenues and representing the third and fourth Easterseals acquisitions made by The Fedcap Group.
  • In December 2018, The Fedcap Group combined with Kennedy Scott, a U.K.-based workforce development agency, representing our first international operation.

Summary and Outlook

“With the completion of another year of double-digit revenue growth, The Fedcap Group has gained substantial scale as well the additional capabilities that we believe will support our ability to continue to achieve positive results for the populations we serve. As we head into fiscal 2019, we are disappointed that the New York City-funded WeCARE contract was re-designed and awarded to several new providers. We are proud of the results we achieved on this contract over the past six years, and we are equally proud that we have been asked to serve in a subcontractor capacity and technology provider by certain awardees. Our revenue comparisons for fiscal 2019 will reflect the loss of this contract, but we still expect to be able to show steady to slightly increased year-on-year revenue performance thanks to our current contract wins, our business development pipeline and the benefit of our recent acquisitions.

“The Fedcap Group’s ability to leverage complementary qualifications across our organization to win strategically important contracts provides the resources to invest in program development and infrastructure improvements to support the continued growth that we see on the horizon. In 2018 we achieved a 40% win rate for all proposal submissions. Because we are pursuing challenging and very competitive new business, we are very pleased with this result.

“We are also mindful of changes in government priorities that can limit funding for certain programs. This drives us to seek out and bid on an increasing number of contract and funding opportunities to put into practice solutions that have proven to yield positive outcomes for those in need. The Fedcap Group ended fiscal 2018 in a strong financial position, and we continue to operate with rigorous financial and risk management controls and procedures to ensure that The Fedcap Group remains a sustainable organization with sufficient infrastructure and resources to effectively serve clients, win federal-, state- and city-funded contracts and secure foundation grants. We look forward to continuing our progress in 2019 and to keeping an open dialogue with all of our stakeholders,” Ms. McMahon noted.

About The Fedcap Group

The Fedcap Group is a global network of top-tier nonprofit agencies dedicated to advancing the economic and social well-being of the impoverished and disadvantaged.  The Fedcap Group offers a growth platform for agencies to collectively showcase the Power of Possible™, enabling them to focus on delivering proven, evidence-based services and solving significant societal problems. Continually innovating in the practice areas of Education, Workforce Development, Occupational Health and Economic Development, The Fedcap Group provides solutions that break down barriers to societal inclusion and financial well-being for more than 320,000 people each year. 

Companies of The Fedcap Group deliver measurable shifts in academic advancement and economic self-sufficiency for individuals in need, in partnership with business, government, the philanthropic community, academia and local nonprofit agencies.  The Fedcap Group transforms lives and helps businesses, insurers, governments and educational institutions meet their critical objectives and Corporate Social Responsibility goals. The Fedcap Group is committed to solving problems through effective programming and continual innovation.

Conference Call Details

Date:Tuesday, December 11, 2018, 11:00 a.m. ET
Phone: 1 (844) 792-3735
Link to Webcast: Fedcap.org/results

Financials

Fedcap Rehabilitation Services, Inc. and Subsidiaries Consolidated Statement of Financial Position

Fedcap Rehabilitation Services, Inc. and Subsidiaries Consolidated Statement of Financial Position

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The Fedcap Group Acquires Kennedy Scott

The Fedcap Group Acquires Kennedy Scott

the fedcap group expands its network to advance economic opportunity internationally with acquisition of kennedy scott in the u.k.

New York, December 13 — The Fedcap Group, a nonprofit that develops innovative, sustainable solutions, creating measurable shifts in the economic outlook for the impoverished and disadvantaged, has acquired the esteemed British social services company Kennedy Scott. This combination marks the next step in building a global network of top-tier, mission-aligned organizations within The Fedcap Group.

During the past ten years The Fedcap Group has combined 14 U.S.-based organizations that collectively serve more than 320,000 people each year. The addition of Kennedy Scott is the first international expansion for The Fedcap Group.

“The leadership and talent within Kennedy Scott will multiply the impact of our combined work, extending the reach of our Workforce Development practice area headed by Senior Vice President of Workforce Development Grant Collins,” said Christine McMahon, president and CEO of The Fedcap Group.

“As the parent company of recognized brands, The Fedcap Group enables organizations to focus on delivering proven services to solve systemic problems. Through shared services and financial transparency, we empower organizations that empower individuals,” said McMahon.

About Kennedy Scott

The mission of Kennedy Scott is to support jobseekers in achieving their potential as they progress in their careers and lives. With 14 locations throughout the United Kingdom, Kennedy Scott has helped tens of thousands of people into meaningful careers. Through a strong team network Kennedy Scott innovates solutions to deliver the best possible service to help every individual reach their aspirations and career goals.

Like other companies of The Fedcap Group, the Kennedy Scott team serves individuals with complex barriers to long term self-sufficiency. They have created strong and customized Employment Recruitment programs designed to meet employers’ needs, partnering with employers throughout the U.K. to help place those they serve in jobs and careers.

About The Fedcap Group

The Fedcap Group is a global network of top-tier nonprofit agencies dedicated to advancing the economic and social well-being of the impoverished and disadvantaged. The Fedcap Group offers a growth platform for agencies to collectively showcase the Power of Possible™, enabling them to focus on delivering proven, evidence-based services and solving significant societal problems. Constantly innovating in the practice areas of Education, Workforce Development, Occupational Health and Economic Development, The Fedcap Group provides solutions that break down barriers to societal inclusion and financial well-being for more than 320,000 people each year.

Companies of The Fedcap Group deliver measurable shifts in academic advancement and economic self-sufficiency for individuals in need, in partnership with business, government, the philanthropic community, academia and local nonprofit agencies. The Fedcap Group transforms lives and helps businesses, insurers, governments and educational institutions meet their critical objectives and Corporate Social Responsibility goals. The Fedcap Group is committed to solving problems through effective programming and continual innovation.

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Fedcap Announces New Structure and Executive Appointments

Fedcap Announces New Structure and Executive Appointments

NEW YORK, NY—The Board of Directors of Fedcap Rehabilitation Services, Inc., a nonprofit agency founded in New York City over 80 years ago, today announced the establishment of The Fedcap Group, Inc., the parent company of its growing network of top-tier nonprofit agencies dedicated to advancing the economic and social well-being of the impoverished and disadvantaged. As the parent organization, The Fedcap Group will provide a platform for its agencies to collectively demonstrate the Power of Possible and to support them in delivering proven services and solving systemic problems.

“This new structure affords Fedcap the ability to both deepen our domain expertise in key areas of service, namely, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Occupational Health and Education, and to utilize our geographic presence to broaden the reach of our entire organization. It is an important next step in our national and emerging international mission-driven expansion,” said Mark O’Donoghue, Chair of The Fedcap Group Board of Directors.

“The creation of The Fedcap Group speaks to our conviction that we are better together,” said Christine McMahon, President and CEO. “By leveraging the incredible talent that we have within our organization across our network, by scaling and replicating proven strategies and by sharing information to advance our strategic planning, we are positioned to make a measurable difference in the lives of those we serve.”

In addition to the appointments of Mark O’Donoghue and Christine McMahon, as Board Chair and President and CEO, respectively of The Fedcap Group, other executives moving to the parent organization are Lorrie Lutz, Chief Strategy Officer, Karen Wegmann, Chief Financial Officer, and Kenneth Brezenoff, Corporate Counsel.

The Fedcap Group will continue to work with a growing network of businesses, government agencies, community providers and academic institutions to improve lives and help our partners meet their objectives.

Additionally, two senior executives will take on expanded roles.

Steve Coons has been appointed President of Fedcap Rehabilitation Services, Inc. This company has approximately $100 million in revenues derived primarily from Ability One contracts and our economic/business enterprises in Manufacturing and Document and Print Imaging. Steve joined Fedcap in 1988 following a distinguished 25-year career with the U.S. Navy as an expert in aviation maintenance and an in-flight safety engineer.

Steve’s leadership has resulted in both an increase in revenue and our stature in the Ability One environment. Steve is known for his unwavering commitment to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are employed and have the skills to advance their careers.

“Fedcap and SourceAmerica have worked together for over 40 years helping people with disabilities acquire the skills and confidence they need to become self-sufficient, contributing members of society,” Mr. Coons said. “Through our Source America/ AbilityOne contracts we employ hundreds of people with disabilities at competitive wages with opportunities for career advancement. The launch of The Fedcap Group and our ongoing expansion throughout the country allows us to provide more jobs and opportunities to those we are privileged to serve.”

Grant Collins has been appointed President of Fedcap, Inc., our workforce development company, which has approximately $113 million in revenues in domestic and international business. Prior to joining Fedcap, Grant served as Senior VP for Workforce Service and Chief Strategist for ResCare Inc.; Special Assistant and Senior Policy Advisor to the Assistant Secretary for Children and Families, and Deputy Director of the Office of Family Assistance (OFA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), where he administered the nation’s principal welfare program, the $16.5 billion Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.

Under Mr. Collins leadership, Fedcap has become a national leader in developing solutions to assist individuals on TANF obtain living wage jobs.

“We believe that the first step on the path out of poverty is to know the dignity of work,” Mr. Collins said. “Our innovative programs demonstrate that work and self-sufficiency are possible for far more families with barriers to prosperity than previously thought, and the establishment of The Fedcap Group will allow us to reach an even greater number of those families.”

The Fedcap Group

The Fedcap Group is a global network of top-tier nonprofit companies, dedicated to advancing the economic and social well-being of the impoverished and disadvantaged.  We offer a platform for our agencies to collectively showcase the Power of Possible™, enabling them to focus on delivering proven, evidence-based services and solving significant societal problems. Our innovative solutions in the areas of Education, Workforce Development, Occupational Health and Economic Development funnel through our international footprint of companies and impact the lives of over 300,000 people annually.  

In partnership with business, government, the philanthropic community, academia and local nonprofit agencies, we deliver measurable shifts in academic advancement, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals in need. Through our strong customer service approach, we assist business, insurers, local governments and educational institutions meet their critical objectives.   

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The Fedcap Group Announces New Combinations

The Fedcap Group Announces New Combinations

The Fedcap Group Announces New Combinations

NEW YORK, NY—In an effort to strengthen and expand services for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to economic well-being. The Fedcap Group​​ is pleased to announce our formal combination with Easterseals North Texas, Easterseals Central Texas and MVLE.

The agency serves more than 200,000 people each year across a 22-state footprint.

“These combinations present an incredible opportunity to broaden programmatic strengths and to increase our collective impact,” said Christine McMahon, President and CEO of The Fedcap Group. “The leadership and talent represented in these three organizations bring mission synergies that increase the breadth of our reach and the impact of our combined work. We are profoundly honored to affiliate with their staff and Boards.”   

MVLE

Since 1971 MVLE has believed in and created opportunities for individual(add S) with disabilities to find their independence through community-based social activities, supported employment, and customized skills training. Through strong business and community partnerships and relationships with government and affiliate agencies, MVLE is a competitive and reliable workforce development agency building a spirit of full inclusion within the communities they serve. MVLE has a history of successfully providing a broad range of services that result in community based employment. 

For more information visit: http://www.mvle.org​​

Easterseals Central Texas

Easterseals’ mission is to change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day. This non-profit provides an array of services. Their Early Childhood Intervention program and Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility gives children and adolescents with disabilities and their caregivers the services and support necessary to participate fully in life. Their adult services program provides support to adults with disabilities to help them achieve work, social and other life goals. Their work with veterans helps vets and their families access critical supportive services in their community.  

For more information visit http://www.easterseals.com/centraltx​

Easterseals Northern Texas

Individuals of all abilities receive high-quality service when they look to Easterseals North Texas for help. Their teams of therapists, job coaches and other professionals help each person reach their goals to be more independent. Easterseals North Texas provides a broad array of evidence-based treatment for children and their families, unique inclusive pre-school services, employment services for adults with disabilities, and community based outreach to veterans.  

For more information visit: http://www.easterseals.com/northtexas

The Fedcap Group 

In a chance meeting in Times Square in 1935, three WWI veterans, unable to find work because of their injuries, founded an agency dedicated to the employment of people with disabilities and other barriers to economic well-being. More than eight decades later, Fedcap Rehabilitation Services, Inc. is part of The Fedcap Group, a thriving and rapidly growing organization that is bringing ever greater economic well-being to hundreds of thousands of lives each year.

In 2010, a strategic decision was made to expand through targeted combinations and partnerships with high-quality, mission-aligned nonprofit organizations. We have chartered a course to identify high-performing partners whose staff and Boards create work that accelerates our own – resulting in measurable shifts in the economic outlook for the individuals we serve.  The Fedcap Group now offers a platform for a family of agencies that collectively showcase the Power of Possible™.  As the parent company of recognized brands, The Fedcap Group enables organizations to focus on delivering proven services and solving systemic problems. Through shared services and financial transparency, we are committed to empowering effective organizations that empower individuals. 

We continue the historic mission of removing barriers to economic well-being through four major areas of practice: Education, Workforce Development, Occupational Health and Economic Development.  Every day, through extraordinary companies that offer diverse programs and innovative solutions, we focus on sustainability, relevance and impact from coast to coast. 

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Fedcap Group Senior VP Grant Collins Testifies Before U.S. House Committee

Fedcap Group Senior VP Grant Collins Testifies Before U.S. House Committee

On June 10th Grant Collins, Fedcap Senior Vice President of Workforce Development and Executive Director of WeCARE, testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture. The hearing, “Past, Present, and Future of SNAP: The Means to Climbing the Economic Ladder,” is part of the committee’s two-year review of SNAP, in anticipation of potential reforms to the food stamp program in 2017-2018.

Grant provided committee members with an overview of the WeCARE (Wellness, Comprehensive Assessment Rehabilitation and Employment) program, which is administered by the NYC Human Resources Administration’s Customized Assistance Services. WeCARE addresses the needs of cash assistance clients with medical and/or mental health barriers to employment by providing assistance and services to help clients achieve their highest levels of self-sufficiency. Based on the outcome of a comprehensive assessment, case managers work with clients to develop a customized plan that connects them to a range of appropriate services.

Fedcap is the sole provider of WeCARE services in NYC, serving over 50,000 cash assistance clients annually. Over 485,000 clients have participated in WeCARE since the program was implemented in 2005.  

“We at Fedcap are extremely proud of Grant’s appearance before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture,” said Fedcap President and CEO Christine McMahon. “This speaks to Fedcap’s innovative approach to creating pathways to self-sufficiency for people with barriers, and the great work of Grant and his staff in managing the WeCARE program.”

In his testimony, Grant described WeCARE as consistent with participation and time limits requirements as defined by the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. TANF is a Federal Government program that provides block grants to states to assist needy families and help reduce dependency.

WeCARE is unique among TANF programs in its laser focus on workforce readiness training and job placement. In most public assistance programs clients who present a health claim for benefits are exempted from work requirements and /or helped to apply for federal disability benefits, rather than assisted in preparing for and finding a job. Under the WeCARE model, clients must complete an independent medical assessment as a condition of eligibility, with four possible assessment outcomes: 

• Fully employable
• Employable with accommodation
• Temporarily unemployable; needing wellness or condition management
• Unable to work

Remarkably, in a population in which all of the 485,000+ clients who received assessments initially believed they were unable to work, 6 percent were determined to be fully employable, 44 percent were found to be able to work with an accommodation, and 33 percent were able to work subsequent to their medical conditions being stabilized. Only 17 percent were found to be unable to work. Of those found to be employable with accommodations, 95 percent have since worked, with 60 percent working 30 hours per week or more. 

An innovative, holistic approach to job training, placement and the clinical environment drives the success of the WeCARE program. All WeCARE staff members participate in this jobs-driven process. So do program participants; in 2014 Fedcap averaged 192 job placements per month, including 90 placements that did not involve a staff job developer. These placements resulted from job leads generated by the participants themselves, who are trained – as a key element of becoming self-sufficient – to be their own job developers, and to take the lead in conducting their own job search.

In total, 2321 job placements were made in 2014, far exceeding the program’s goal of 145 placements per month.

The WeCARE program – the largest of its kind in the nation – also exemplifies best practices in case management in a comprehensive, multifaceted application of the case management model. Case managers in the program manage client wellness, vocational rehabilitation, employment and retention services, application for federal disability benefits and more – all under one roof. Committee members were keenly interested in this aspect of WeCARE, as comprehensive case management will likely be a key component of SNAP reform going forward. 

In closing remarks, Grant told the committee that the success of the WeCARE program shows that with the right approach, individuals who are disengaged from the workforce can indeed achieve self-sufficiency as productive and valued employees.  

“I believe that the first step on the path out of poverty is to know the dignity of work,” he said. “The WeCARE program shows that work and self-sufficiency are possible for far more people with barriers than previously thought.”

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Fedcap CEO Christine McMahon Appointed to US Secretary of Labor Advisory Committee on Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Individuals with Disabilities.

Fedcap CEO Christine McMahon Appointed to US Secretary of Labor Advisory Committee on Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Individuals with Disabilities.

New York City – Christine McMahon, Chief Executive Officer of Fedcap Rehabilitative Services, Inc. a New York City nonprofit agency, was recently appointed to serve on the United States Secretary of Labor’s  Advisory Committee on Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Individuals with Disabilities.

The purpose of the committee is to advise the Secretary on ways to increase competitive integrated employment opportunities for individuals with significant disabilities. The committee is a key provision of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Signed into law by President Obama in July 2014, the WIOA helps job seekers, including those with disabilities, access services to succeed in employment and matches employers with skilled workers.

The committee consists of federal officials and 17 representatives from various national constituencies that serve people with disabilities. It meets at least eight times over a two-year period, and is responsible for submitting a series of recommendations to the Secretary of Labor, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, and the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. 

According to Secretary of Labor Tom Perez, “Employing people with disabilities is a win-win for workers, employers and the entire community. This is sound public policy, and the advisory committee will help us expand opportunities for more people with disabilities.”In a career that spans over 30 years, Ms. McMahon has brought an amazing level of innovation, energy and impact to increasing integrated, competitive employment opportunities for youth and adults with significant disabilities.

As Chief Operating Officer of Easter Seals New Hampshire, Ms. McMahon founded the Autism Support Network and  implemented a network of community-based services and a continuum of care system that includes a special education school, an employment model, and a family advocacy initiative, all established under her leadership.

In 2009, Ms. McMahon became Chief Executive Officer of Fedcap.  Established in 1935, Fedcap is a pioneer in employment with a mission is to create opportunities for people with barriers to move toward economic independence as valued and contributing members of society.

Currently, Ms. McMahon is spearheading national efforts to increase competitive, integrated employment opportunities for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.  Fedcap is working in closepartnership with the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) as they lead the country in closing sheltered workshops and creating community based employment opportunities.  Fedcap was awarded the contract to establish a Center for Excellence and Advocacy (CEA) in Providence, Rhode Island, to help implement this change.   

A front-page article in the October 5th edition of the Sunday New York Times told the story about the marriage of two  participants in a former sheltered workshop in Rhode Island, who have moved on to community-based jobs and independent, self-sufficient lives.  The article stated: “…. in the eyes of the federal government, sheltered workshops can no longer be default employment services for people with disabilities.  We are entering a new era of service…”

For media inquiries please call 212.727.4236 or email at dbiederman@fedcap.org

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