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The Job Accommodation Network (JAN), an ODEP-supported service, provides individualized technical assistance, consulting, and mentoring services to individuals with disabilities, family members, and service providers. JAN consultants handle each inquiry on a case-by-case basis offering self-employment and small business development expertise and referrals regarding business planning, financing strategies, marketing research, disability-specific programs, income supports and benefits planning, e-commerce, independent contracting, home-based business options, and small business initiatives for disabled veterans. JAN customers can expect to receive a resource packet tailored to their specific entrepreneurial goals with consultants available throughout all stages of the process who can provide ongoing supports.

Below are a number of resources to assist in developing your business.

• State Economic Development and Funding Resources
• State Vocational Rehabilitation Offices
• Small Business Administration (SBA) and Related Resources
• Social Security and Related Resources
• Federal Government Small Business Resources
• Associations and Organizations
• Business Plan Resources
• Publications
• Consumer Protection and Credit Counseling Resources

ASK A JAN CONSULTANT

JAN provides free, confidential technical assistance about job accommodations and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

(800)526-7234 (Voice)
(877)781-9403 (TTY)
Live Chat
Email