Melanie Moore Leads The Academy at Jubilee As a longtime teacher in the states and abroad, I believe education is a powerful vehicle for justice. At Jubilee, we live this value through our professional development programs for people of different cultures, religions, and economic backgrounds. I’ve led Jubilee’s learning and development programs for the past six years. In addition to… Read More »
Congratulations to Jubilee’s nine new graduates of the Frontline Supervisors training program! Part of the Maryland DSP Consortium, this training aims to equip managers of direct support professionals with the skills to be empathetic, organized and culturally responsive leaders. The Academy at Jubilee Program Director Melanie Moore helped create the curriculum and co-teaches the program, along with trainers from other… Read More »
Spotlight on Team Divine As shared by Jubilee Program Manager Oyebusola (Busola) Oworu It’s a well-known fact that my team throws the best parties! But in all seriousness, our get-togethers are a way to create strong connections between the 13 people my team supports and their wider community. The ladies we support at Sullivan House know that they’ll have a… Read More »
Thank you Bethesda Magazine for shining a spotlight on The Academy at Jubilee! Read their article, “Helping the Helpers” here, which highlights Jubilee’s efforts to combat a disability workforce crisis. “If you want really good human services work, you’ve got to invest in the people who are doing frontline work,” says Jubilee Executive Director Steve Keener in the article.
Jubilee Accomplishments Are Thanks to You A New Years Message from Executive Director Steve Keener The new year is always a time to reflect on what we’ve accomplished and what we hope to still achieve. This past year has been one of exceptional growth at Jubilee, which will continue in the new year. We’re charting a course forward where people… Read More »
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Thank you for choosing to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live their best lives with your gift to Jubilee this holiday season. We are grateful for the trust you place in Jubilee as we carry out our sacred mission to create a world where every person is seen and celebrated for their gifts and abilities. Geoff Flaherty is Andrew’s… Read More »
The Best Gift: Connecting Family and Faith Communities to Jubilee Britni Rose is a preacher’s kid. Her parents, Pastor and Mrs. Allen and Elsie Rose, instilled lifelong values that she brings to her work managing Jubilee’s volunteer program. When talk at the family dinner table earlier this year turned to how the Ebenezer New Horizon Church could give back this… Read More »
Jubilee’s 13th Class of DSP II Students Rings Out 2024 Congratulations to the newest Jubilee graduates of the DSP II training program! This rigorous five-month training program teaches advanced skills for direct support professionals. “High-quality training for frontline workers translates to high-quality support for adults with disabilities. Support staff who graduate from this program are more confident in their work… Read More »
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Jubilee! Wishing you merry and meaningful holidays. Join your Jubilee family for these heartwarming celebrations. Please RSVP using the event calendar for Jubilee programs. Tuesday, December 10: Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens. Details and RSVP here. Friday, December 13: Christmas party for people supported by Jubilee. Details and RSVP here.… Read More »
Your ongoing support for Jubilee makes a difference in the lives of the 200 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who rely on Jubilee for help at home, to navigate housing, and to create community. Thank you for supporting Jubilee on Giving Tuesday and throughout this holiday season. Donate securely on the Jubilee website. Kensington local businesses show their support… Read More »
Initiative to Address Workforce Crisis in Maryland Frontline workers in the disability service field now have a new opportunity to improve their professional skills at Jubilee’s new training academy located in Kensington. The Academy at Jubilee opens its doors November 1 and welcomes all direct support professionals to take classes. The Academy aims to improve the quality of direct support… Read More »
Embracing the Dignity of Risk As Shared by Jubilee Program Manager Egoyibo “Stella” Onyenkwere Jordan Gould’s life in Maryland is full, he’s busy with activities and people who care about him. But there was a hole in his life. His father lives all the way in Sweden, and they had not seen each other in five years. Jordan’s dad reached… Read More »
Direct Support Staff Make a Difference On the 25th anniversary of the Yap family vacation to a remote island in Michigan, Maurine Yap swam across the cold, deep lake with her mom. This achievement has long been out of reach for Maurine, but something changed this year that made it possible. “One year ago, the amazing Shauna Miller came into… Read More »
Jubilee’s Breaking Barriers team is here to help you navigate the complexities of applying for disability services. They specialize in overcoming language, cultural, and other barriers to accessing disability services. Join Breaking Barriers Senior Manager Lisa Lorraine for her monthly Charlemos (Spanish-language discussion) on disability resources. Held on the first Thursday of every month, the next Charlemos is scheduled for… Read More »
One year ago we shared with you the good news that Linda Hanna was finally moving to a place of her own with help from Jubilee. Linda loves her new house, where she is supported by award-winning support staff Augusta Lawanson. Now, on the anniversary of the big move we’re thrilled to share that Linda has more good news! Cindy… Read More »
Trips Made Possible with Support from Generous Donors and Dedicated Staff It’s a wrap on Jubilee’s four annual vacations! These trips provide opportunities for people we support to have new experiences and deepen friendships. The elected members of the Activity Planning Committee help plan the trips, which creates leadership opportunities for many people supported by Jubilee. Jubilee’s Community Engagement Director… Read More »
Keep Yourself Safe from Flu and COVID Be the First to Get Your New Jubilee T-Shirt at the Clinic! Jubilee is proud to provide free flu and COVID vaccines at our upcoming clinics. The vaccine clinic is open to all staff and people supported by Jubilee. Your partnership is critical to the success of keeping our vulnerable community safe from… Read More »
Living Our Best Lives Tour and Breaking Barriers Community Outreach in September Sunday, September 8, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.: Meet the Breaking Barriers team at the Vietnamese American Services Mid-Autumn Festival. Monday, September 9 at 4 p.m.: Learn more about Jubilee at this free, 30-minute virtual Living Our Best Lives story tour. RSVP to get your personalized zoom… Read More »
Ruppert Family Honors Sister’s Memory with Commitment to Helping People with Disabilities Kimberlee and Tina* prefer a quiet life and they spend many happy hours at their home, known affectionately as Bethlehem House. Located on a tree-lined cul-de-sac, the home takes its name from a Catholic faith-based group that serves the spiritual and communal needs of adults with disabilities in… Read More »
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We’re shining a spotlight on our direct support professional (DSP) staff to highlight the important role they play in the lives of people they support. “I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our support staff every day, and especially during National DSP Week,” said Gia Richmond, Jubilee’s Director of Program Services. “Your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to supporting people with… Read More »
Jubilee Now Maryland’s Largest Housing Supports Provider When Brian Mason was ready to move to his own apartment, his family knew where to turn for help. Jubilee’s housing support team stepped in to work one-on-one with Brian to prepare for his big move. Brian participated in weekly budget meetings and training on how to be a successful tenant. A Jubilee… Read More »
As Jubilee’s fiscal year concludes, we thank our departing Board members and welcome two new members to our Board, as well as our new President Tammie Howard and Vice President Dodd White. Thank you to Jeanette Stoltzfus and Tabitha Gingerich for your service to Jubilee’s Board, and a warm welcome to Raphaël Edou (Africa Program Manager, EIA Washington DC) and… Read More »
With great sadness we share the news that Ronald “Ronnie” Fluke passed away on Monday evening, July 22 after a brief battle with cancer. Ronnie joined the Jubilee community in 2004, and a team of staff from Jubilee became as close as family and were by his side for two decades. He lived with his close friend Alex Fidler. Ronnie was… Read More »
Welcome Housing Support Specialist Maria Martinez and Program Manager Daniel Garcia To help more people in the county from underserved communities access disability services Jubilee has expanded its ability to help people in Spanish-speaking households. Jubilee welcomes bilingual Housing Support Specialist Maria Martinez and Program Manager Daniel Garcia to Jubilee to better serve our Spanish-speaking clients and families. “We don’t… Read More »
New Annual Impact Report for FY23 Highlights Donors’ Impact and Features Michaelis Young Path to Independence See how your support for Jubilee makes a difference in Jubilee’s new annual impact report. Thank you for supporting Jubilee! Jubilee’s report features Michaelis Young, whose journey to standing on her own includes a part-time job as a receptionist at the Jubilee office. Jubilee… Read More »
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As told by Michaelis Young I’m a New Yorker, so I know how to speak my mind. Take my name. A few years ago, I decided to go by my middle name. Now everyone knows me as Michaelis. And everyone knows me because I’m a receptionist at the Jubilee office! When you come in the front door, I’m the first… Read More »
WSSC Program Benefits Jubilee Community A little detective work by Jubilee’s Custodial Bookkeeper Mildred (Milly) Ayarza resulted in big savings for the organization and people we support. Milly helps pay the bills at Jubilee, and she scheduled a meeting with local water company WSSC to investigate high water bills at homes where people Jubilee supports live. “The meeting was very productive, and… Read More »
Learn how Jubilee’s Housing Support Services can help you navigate the complex process of securing affordable and accessible housing for adults with I/DD. Our virtual town hall meetings are led by Jubilee’s Housing Support Services team and explain the service and how you can benefit. Our DDA-licensed housing experts will answer your pressing questions! RSVP for the Friday, June 28… Read More »
Direct support professionals are often the unsung heroes in the lives of people Jubilee supports to live independently. Two of Jubilee’s outstanding direct support professional staff recently received state-wide recognition by the Maryland Association of Community Services (MACS). Please join us in congratulating Helen Okoye, who supports Jason Howlin, and Chinwe Ukoh, who supports Kobi Cudjoe, Todd Locke, and Tico… Read More »
Annual Giving Society Now Boasts 100+ Members Thanks to our donors for championing inclusion at Jubilee! Seeing both new and familiar faces at our annual Champions of Inclusion Breakfast Fundraiser was heartwarming as our impact on people with disabilities grows. We’re thrilled to share that, for the first time, our Champions of Inclusion annual-giving society now boasts 102 members who… Read More »
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