ALSO – Advocates for Life Skills & Opportunity

ALSO – Advocates for Life Skills & Opportunity’s mission is to strive to promote the full inclusion of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the life of their community.  Founded in 1988, ALSO, a not for profit organization, provides individual and customized residential care, employment services, supported living, and art workshops.  We offer a variety of programs that promote independence in a safe environment.  We want those that we serve to be an integral part of the community with opportunities for job development, job placement and an art studio where everyone has a chance to be creative.

Many of our Chamber Members have taken the time out of their busy schedules to come and take a one hour tour of the services we provide.  Many members have told Josie that they have enjoyed the heartfelt and educational session.  Please feel free to contact Josie to schedule your tour!

ALSO has earned a spot in the Oregon Business 100 Best Non-Profit companies to work for in 2016 for the second time.  We are proud to say that this is an employee survey vote.  That in itself tells you what dedication and the kind of work culture that ALSO fosters.  This attitude reflects the caring atmosphere that our employees provide. 

Josie enjoys meeting people and potential employers by doing community outreach and networking.  Making connections between people to help solve employers staffing needs as well as empowering our clients to gain self-confidence and a sense of accomplishment portrays ALSO’s mission.

Josie San Diego-Bowman | Business Relations Manager | ALSO – Advocates for Life Skills & Opportunity | 10541 SE Cherry Blossom Drive, Portland, OR 97216-2826 | (503) 489-6569 | josies@alsoweb.org