The PCMR’s other recommendations underscored the dual focus on sheltered environments and competitive work. They also give early support for the concepts of job redesign and modifications.

Photo courtesy William Bronston, M.D.

Many more work experience centers with living facilities (made possible by the Vocational Education Amendments of 1986). Centralized contract procurement for workshops. Greater role for vocational education in meeting education and employment needs. At least 600 new sheltered workshops. More on-the-job training programs. More industry-wide training and employment projects that move beyond service occupations (laundries, hotel, motels, and restaurants). Training projects in broader job fields – data processing, electronics, merchandising, and the arts). Encourage employers to scale down their educational requirements for jobs. Encourage job redesign in both white and blue collar jobs. Do not pay less than prevailing wages in the area, provided people can perform the job satisfactorily.