With a name such as Progress Industries, it’s evident that the Newton organization is constantly and consistently moving forward in not only its programming, but in its quest to better serve individuals within our community.

Melissa Butler, communications director for P.I., outlined some of the most noteworthy successes and areas of positive growth the organization experienced over the course of 2012:

“One success was evident in P.I.’s Supported Employment Program,” Butler said of P.I.’s program that seeks to place individuals at jobs within the community that best meet their abilities and allow them to thrive in a workplace environment. “In 2012, we achieved a record number of community job placements – we had 30, which is pretty significant.”