Self-employment can be a great way for persons with a disability or an ongoing medical condition to get back into the workforce. Clients find that the return to work through self-employment is made more manageable through:
- Flexible hours
- Personalized work environments
- A sense of control over their own destiny
Eligibility
EDP is for entrepreneurs who:
- Self-disclose a disability or ongoing health issue
- Live in a Community Futures service area
- Have a viable business idea, and have demonstrated commitment through research, learning and planning
- Have made a personal investment into the business
- Need additional support to overcome a barrier to entrepreneurship.
Services
EDP Services Include:
- Business skills coaching
- Mentorship & networking opportunities
- Access to repayable business loans
