WELCOME
"Empowering Futures while Embracing Abilities"
At Focus on the Future LLC, we believe in transforming lives by equipping, empowering, and employment for people of ALL ABILITIES. We specialize in working one-on-one with our clients to develop the skills necessary for competitive integrated employment, facilitating employment opportunities, and providing employment and educational guidance and support. By placing a spotlight on individual interests and abilities, we aim to empower each person to navigate their own unique path to success.
Additionally, Focus on the Future LLC delivers premium educational materials, offers disability advocacy services, provides consulting for K-12 special education and transition programs, conducts teacher workshops, and offers classroom instruction covering a range of topics. These include financial literacy, work and career readiness, and essential life skills.
Together, let's build a community that connects and uplifts individuals of all abilities in their journey towards educational growth and professional success!
Let's Focus on the Future Together!
Our Services
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Employment Services
Our dedicated specialists provide personalized assistance, support,
and resources for job seekers with disabilities. Comprehensive employment services provided through partnership with Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR).
Services are tailored to individual need and may include the following:
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Personalized Career Profiles
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Resume Building
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Interview Coaching
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Employment Search & Placement
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Pre-Employment & Career Exploration
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Work Readiness Skill Building
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Vocational Assessments
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Supported Employment
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Job Coaching & Development
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Job/Task Analysis & Systematic Instruction
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Behavioral Support Strategies
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Employer Education Service
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Assistive Technology
Education Consulting
Our team of professional consultants offer customized programs and services to K-12 Educational Institutions, Educators, and Students on a variety of topics related to Special Education, Transition Planning, College and Career Readiness (CCR), and Life Skills.
Offerings include:
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Curriculum Development
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Educational Materials
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Educator Workshops
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IEP Best Practices
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Transition Coordinator Functions
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Instructional and Behavioral Support Strategies
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Assistive Technology
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Classroom Instruction
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Financial Literacy
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College & Career Readiness
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Essential Life Skills
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Soft Skills Training
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Social Skills Instruction
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Skills to Pay the Bills
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Advocacy, Resources, Events, & Materials
Our commitment extends to providing a broad spectrum of services and advocacy to make a positive difference in the lives we touch.
Our offerings are as diverse as the individuals we serve:
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Disability Advocacy in Education & Employment Settings
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Educational Materials & Products for All ages and Environments
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Parent/Guardian Workshops
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Speaker Series
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Inspiring Stories
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Useful Tips and Tools on Career Development
As Focus on the Future grows, we plan to add additional community events, workshops, and a physical location. We have exciting plans for our Future as well as yours!
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About Us
Established in 2023 by Ann Dawson, Focus on the Future is the culmination of her dedicated teaching experience as a special education teacher and transition coordinator. She has been a catalyst for change as she established and grew high school transition programs that centered on employment, personal finance, and life skill development. However, she observed that as adults, individuals faced challenges in maintaining employment, utilizing community resources, and pursuing their future goals. Recognizing this crucial area of need, Ann established “Focus on the Future” to empower individuals by equipping them with the essential skills and tools needed to achieve their employment goals and realize their future aspirations to the fullest.
In addition to employment assistance, Focus on the Future provides K-12 educational consulting, educational materials and resources, and advocacy services for parents and individuals. Focus on the Future is currently a one-person operation with exciting ideas and plans for future expansion. Focus on the Future can meet virtually or in-person at various locations that are convenient for consumers.