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National Industries for the Severely Handicapped


Contact Information

2235 Cedar Lane
Vienna, VA 22182

703-560-6800 (Voice)
703-849-88916 (FAX)

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Abstract

NISH is the national nonprofit agency designated by the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind Or Severely Disabled to provide technical assistance to Community Rehabilitation Programs (CRPs) interested in obtaining federal contracts under the Javits-Wagner-O'Day (JWOD) Program. Established in 1974, NISH currently provides information and services to over 2,000 CRPs nationwide. The organization’s mission is to enhance the quality of life of people with severe disabilities through increasing employment opportunities.

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Audit

Date Entered: 6/29/1999
Date Edited: 4/11/2006
Date Revised: 3/6/2007 12:29:30 PM
Health Referral Number: HR3194
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