Our Community

Our Communities’ Voices

Dive into the stories of our incredible community, staff, and volunteer members! From moments of inclusion to overcoming challenges, these individuals share what it’s really like living with a disability. Learn about the resources that have made a difference in their journeys and get inspired to make the world more inclusive and supportive for all.

Getting to Know Xander

5.5.2025

A young man with glasses and dark hair sitting in a wheelchair in a store with candy and clothing displays behind him.

“I’ve opened up to being social. [Game On State] is just a good, fun place to hang out. I’ve learned good skills in communication with people, and I’ve seen that I’ve improved in that. I’m also getting some experience working in the workforce. It’s my first job!“

Getting to Know Jennifer

4.22.2025

A woman with short gray hair, wearing a pink shirt and a transparent apron, sits at a table outdoors. She has a big smile, is holding up her gloved hands, and is surrounded by bottles of colored paint, rubber bands, and a cloth on the table. Other people in casual clothing are visible in the background, standing outside near trees and parked cars.

“I love Game on state. It is a great place to volunteer or work. Especially if it's karaoke, everyone has a great time…”

Getting to Know John

4.10.2025

A man with glasses, wearing an orange shirt that says 'Fly & Die' with a Philadelphia Flyers logo, is sitting on a counter in front of a display of colorful candies in a store.

“I get along with a lot of people. I'm nice to people. I’m a good listener and [a good] talker. I love dogs and walking dogs. I just like hanging around and being included- that’s good.“

Getting to Know Lexi

4.1.2025

A young woman with dark hair, tattoos on her left arm, and a nose piercing, smiling while sitting on a counter in front of a display rack filled with colorful folded t-shirts in a clothing store.

“Being here. Working at Game On State, I felt very included, very heard, and very understood, and I don’t get that a lot in the world. Even with previous job experiences, I wasn’t really understood, and that’s why I wanted to work here — because I knew what the purpose was here, and I saw that there were a lot of people with disabilities. I thought this would be the perfect place, and it is…”