Bobby Dodd Institute

Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities and disadvantages to achieve independence and meaningful employment. Established over 25 years ago, BDI offers a comprehensive range of services designed to support personal and professional growth for people with varying abilities.

Empowerment Programs

BDI's empowerment programs focus on providing individuals with the tools and resources needed to lead independent and purposeful lives.

Key services include:

• Benefits Navigation: Assisting individuals and families in identifying, obtaining, and maximizing public and private resources, including Medicaid and Social Security benefits. BDI has secured over $150 million in benefits for people over their lifespans.
• Family Support: Offering brokerage services and connecting families with resources, vendors, and funding for goods and services, including individualized skills training, inclusive activities, medical and therapeutic supports, and recreational camps.
• Behavioral Health: Providing intensive case management, life skills training, and community integration to support mental health and well-being.
• Workforce Resources: Offering evaluations, career planning, job readiness training, job placement support, and skills training to prepare individuals for the workforce.

Employment Programs

BDI's employment programs are designed to connect individuals with disabilities to meaningful work opportunities. These programs include:

• Job & Career Services: Providing one-on-one support to identify skills, interests, and goals, followed by specialized job training, job placement services, and customized supported employment to ensure long-term success.
• Elevate Academy: A nine-month job training program offering hands-on training, skill-building, and real-world job opportunities in partnership with local businesses.
• Bridge Academy: A program focusing on entry-level cybersecurity concepts, covering security principles, network and endpoint security, vulnerability assessment, risk management, and incident handling.

Business Services

BDI also offers a range of business services that provide employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities while delivering high-quality solutions to organizations. These services include:

• Facilities Management: Expertly maintained environments with janitorial, grounds maintenance, and upkeep services, backed by certifications like Cleaning Industry Management Standard (CIMS) with Honors and CIMS Green Building with Honors.
• Contact Centers: Top-tier customer support with 22 years of experience in call center operations, customer service, and switchboard management, offering U.S.-based teams fluent in English and Spanish.
• Administrative Services: Streamlined operations with expert mailroom management, front desk services, and data entry support, tailored to support complex and high-security organizations.
• Supply Chain & Logistics: Optimized logistics with robust warehouse management solutions, including secure storage in a 50,000-square-foot facility, efficient packaging, and fulfillment services.

Locations

BDI operates multiple campuses and facilities to serve individuals across the Greater Atlanta area and beyond. Key locations include:

• Robert J. Freeman Campus: Located at 2120 Marietta Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, this headquarters houses the call center and training facility with 32,000 square feet of climate-controlled warehouse and production space.
• Decatur Campus: Situated at 125 Clairemont Avenue, Suite 300, Decatur, GA 30030, providing additional support and services to individuals with disabilities.
• Jonesboro Campus: Located at 221 Stockbridge Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236, offering further resources and assistance to the community.
• Atlanta, GA, USA: The main location for BDI's operations and services.

Through its diverse programs and services, Bobby Dodd Institute continues to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities, fostering independence, inclusion, and meaningful employment opportunities.