Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC) will host Career Camps for students ages 14-21 in June and July. Students must be currently enrolled in school and hold an Individiualized Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act).

“Many students are interested in jobs but don’t know where to start,” said Angela Katz, LARC’s Executive Director. “Participants will explore careers and gain transferable skills in high-demand industries. They will develop a resume, prepare for interviews, and more.”

Three 30-hour camps will be held; June 26-30, July 10-14, and July 24-28. Camps are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a 30-minute break for lunch. Students must bring lunch. Snacks will be provided. The camps will be held at LARC’s Fort Myers headquarters at 2570 Hanson St. Enrollment is free of charge to qualifying participants.

Every student that successfully completes all five days of Career Camp will receive a $50 gift card, lunch, and a certificate on the last day of camp.

The program is an affiliate of the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). This camp is a part of pre-employment transition services, which include job exploration, workplace readiness, work-based learning (job shadow) with a local business, and post-secondary counseling and tour.

Interested individuals should contact their Vocational Rehabilitation counselor or their local VR office for a referral. Visit rehabworks.org or call 239-278-7150 for more information.

Established in 1954, LARC is a training center for success for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. LARC serves more than 300 individuals annually, and participants range from 14 to 80.

LARC offers vocational training, community residential services, and a vast array of other state-of-the-art community inclusion services on a full-time, year-round basis. LARC’s main campus is at 2570 Hanson St., Fort Myers. LARC also operates two Residential Group Homes.

To learn more about LARC, visit larcleecounty.org or contact Angela Katz, executive director, at 239-334-6285 x210 or angelakatz@larcleecounty.org.

About LARC

Established in 1954, LARC is a training center for success for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. LARC serves more than 300 individuals annually, and participants range from 14 to 80.

LARC offers vocational training, youth programs, community residential and employment services, and a vast array of other state-of-the-art community inclusion services on a full-time, year-round basis. LARC’s main campus is at 2570 Hanson St., Fort Myers. LARC also operates two Residential Group Homes.

Source: LARC