St. Vincent de Paul is opening a new thrift store that is designed to be accessible to neurodivergent workers. The store is intended to be a neuroinclusive space, particularly for employees on the autism spectrum. Hiring for the store has already begun, despite the store not being finished yet.
What we know
- The new thrift store, called Thriftabilities, will feature sound-absorbing flooring and specialized lighting to create a neuroinclusive environment.
- About 20 staff positions have already been filled, with dozens more expected to be hired before the store opens.
- The store is slated to open in early 2027, with interested applicants able to find more information and apply through a provided link.
- The project's CEO, Brad McMonigle, was motivated to create a neuroinclusive workspace after his daughter, who has autism, shared her challenges working in a thrift store.
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