Warwick Beacon

Special Bazaar Features Crafts of Developmentally Disabled

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Clients of West Bay Residential Services, Inc. held their first annual holiday bazaar on Friday and sold quality handmade items, most of which are produced by the people West Bay supports through its residential and day service programs.

Crafts included Christmas ornaments, wreaths, handbags, pottery, magnets, themed gift baskets, paintings, greeting cards, and even baked goods.

They were joined by two other Rhode Island agencies dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities, Gateways to Change and Project Friends. All three organizations encourage clients to get out into the workforce and as a result, many participants began their own businesses.