The Faces of Determination Jonathan has a great job, great friends, and is working his way to financial independence. And he is determined not to let the pandemic slow that down. At the beginning of the shutdown, Jonathan took some time off from work to get comfortable with rigid social distancing and stricter hygiene protocols, like showering and washing his clothing immediately after every shift. He was determined to return to work, knowing that he is doing everything he can to keep his roommates and staff healthy. With the support of his Team Lead and Job Coach, Jonathan returned to work at Defensor Security over the summer. He is determined to help others get comfortable with living, working, and playing in the community as safely as possible. Since September, Jonathan has helped his friends get jobs, and has taught virtual classes to his peers on maintaining COVID-19 safety protocols. Jonathan is one of 686 people supported by The Arc Central Chesapeake Region in Anne Arundel County and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. At The Arc, we are determined to continue to create a community where people, like Jonathan, have the opportunity to thrive. Headquarters & Program Operations 1332 Donald Avenue Severn, MD 21144 410-269-1883 www.thearcccr.org
