NEWS RELEASE

DATE: November 01, 2006
FOR RELEASE: Immediately
CONTACT: Alicia Hollis, Director of Community Relations
PHONE: (302) 422-4014 ext. 3015

KSI Presents Appreciation Award To Avenue Medical

Avenue Medical, a family owned and operated business in Dover, received an appreciation award  from Kent-Sussex Industries, Inc. (KSI), at its 13^th Annual Business Appreciation Awards Breakfast held at Shawnee Country Club in Milford.  They were recognized for their dedication to KSI’s Supported Employment Program.

KSI is a vocational rehabilitation organization dedicated to providing employment and training to approximately 250 individuals with disabilities per year.  In its Supported Employment Program, KSI matches the needs of employers with the abilities of job candidates. The employment opportunities Avenue Medical has provided clearly shows their dedication to enabling people with physical and mental disabilities to be independent, active, and successful members of their communities.

In addition to a plaque presented by KSI, Avenue Medical, also received a Senate Tribute sponsored by Senator Gary Simpson and a Tribute from the House of Representatives sponsored by Representative George Cary.  For more information about KSI, contact Alicia Hollis at (302) 422-4014 ext. 3015 for a personal tour.

Avenue Medical, represented by Marlene Samuel (center) was recognized at KSI’s Annual Business Appreciation Awards Breakfast for their dedication to KSI’s Supported Employment Program.  Senator Gary Simpson (right) and Representative George Carey extend their congratulations.