Orange County coffee shop creates jobs for people with disabilities

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A Fullerton coffee shop in Orange County is getting attention for hiring workers with disabilities and giving them a visible role behind the counter. The shop, now known as Chase Coffee Roasters, is part of a growing inclusion-focused trend in coffee retail.

What the shop does

The café serves specialty drinks while creating paid jobs and training opportunities for people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Reports say the goal is not just employment, but a workplace where workers are supported and celebrated.

Why it matters

This model helps people with disabilities gain job experience, customer-facing skills, and independence in a regular public setting. It also reflects a larger movement of coffee shops designed specifically to be inclusive workplaces.