Health & Fitness
Adults With Autism Thrive In The Workplace At South Philadelphia Popcorn Facility
A lot of places aren't too understanding. But as you can see, we can do stuff too! You don't feel so alone here," an employee said.
April 2, 2025
A local popcorn facility is creating meaningful job opportunities for adults with autism. For one employee, the experience has brought newfound purpose and confidence.
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Liam D'Aquila, 30, is an employee at Popcorn for the People, a nonprofit that employs adults with disabilities, with locations in South Philadelphia and Piscataway, New Jersey. D'Aquila plays a crucial role in fulfilling orders at the Philadelphia location.
For D'Aquila, finding and keeping a job hasn't been easy. Living with autism and PTSD, he said, many employers haven't been understanding of his needs.
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