BUTTE — The Dishability truck is gearing up for another summer season, serving food prepared by their special clients and promoting the message that having a disability does not equate to being disabled.
“Oh, I love working here. We have great people to work with, it’s a fun crew. I enjoy working with everyone here,” said Dishability client Todd Ryan.
The Developmental Disabilities Council operates a food truck aimed at teaching adults with disabilities valuable skills for independent living.
“They are learning how to cook, how to clean up, and how to develop life skills so they can actively participate in the community,” explained executive director Holli Bennett.
This includes training on meal preparation that will be sold from the food truck at various events throughout the summer.
“From start to finish, they handle the entire meal preparation process. They do the prepping, chopping, sautéing, seasoning, baking, and serving,” said Dishability coordinator Kyleen Fuller.
The program has around 40 clients, many of whom express their enjoyment and fulfillment from participating.
“I really love it here, it’s like a second home to me,” shared client Heather Raymond.
Some clients are eager to apply their newfound skills in a real job setting.
“They’re assisting me with food and talking about helping me transition into the restaurant industry in a few months,” shared Ryan.
The truck will be serving lunch on July 11 at Montana Tech.