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"The training program gives me something positive to do all day!"

Jeremy

Jeremy is actually using the skills he's learning to construct a wall.

All he had to do was work with his VRC at VESID, Mr. Z, his teacher in Staten Island and  follow the Steps to Success to get a placement at Quantum Associates, a vocational training program.

Jeremy is learning a little about plumbing, tiling, painting, and carpentry so he can find a job in general maintenanceAfter 6 months of training, he'll be ready to look for a job.

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