Now Offering Services to Spanish Speaking Clients!

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We would love to welcome our newest Ticket to Work Program Specialist, Nury Mojica!  Not only will she be bringing her expertise to The Choice Group to assist our Ticket to Work clients, but she will be offering her services to the Spanish Speaking community!  Look forward to our website en Español.


Nury Mojica - Ticket to Work Specialist



Location: Richmond, VA, USA

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