"We believe there is ability in disability"- Philosophy of Coffee With A Cause
On April 27th, the grand opening of 'Cause Café' in Fort Salonga, New York will be the very first full-service eatery on Long Island that will offer coffee, as well as organic breakfast foods, sandwiches, salads, juices and smoothies that will integrate individuals with cognitive delay.
Long Island's, 'Coffee With a Cause' aims to not only bring awareness to all spectrums of autism but also change perceptions that revolve around autism one coffee cup at a time. Stacey Wohl, a Northport Long Island mother is working to empower special needs residents in her community and make a difference. Her efforts seek to show Corporate America that, "No matter how disabled they are, there is a job for them".
Wohl's two autistic children, Logan and Britney have already been happily and gainfully employed in this family business for several years - where initially just products were sold. A percentage of the profits raised were donated to charities that work closely alongside those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to be successful in the workplace. The opening of this supportive business setting will set a positive example that allows for young adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities within the community to make a difference. At this café, vocational training programs will be provided to assist work productivity and create a positive workspace for all.
While 53 million adults in the United States are living with a disability, as many as 70 percent of this working-age population are currently unemployed. In 2016, nearly 500,000 autistic persons will enter this category, in addition to adults with Down Syndrome and other cognitive conditions. Perhaps more unique opportunities will be inspired to emerge as a result of 'Cause Café's' opening that caters to bettering the resources, availability and favorability to adults, teens and children within the autistic spectrum.
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