It is with deep sadness that we share that longtime Jubilee community member Brian Lyman passed away on Saturday, April 18 at the age of 71. Brian joined Jubilee in 1979 as one of Jubilee’s original clients and was a cherished member of the Jubilee family. He lived in Jubilee’s first home for more than four decades. Brian was the… Read More »
With sadness, we share the passing of Brian Morse, a valued member of the Jubilee community for nearly 25 years, on March 7. Brian had many hobbies and interests. He loved collecting magazines, coins, action figures, and wrestling figures. He was proud of his collection of every Xbox system ever made. Brian enjoyed playing Xbox, watching wrestling and Marvel movies,… Read More »
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of longtime Jubilee community member Kelly Robinson. Kelly passed away on December 31, 2025 at age 67 after a brief illness. For 32 years, Kelly was a proud member of the Jubilee family. He formed deep and genuine bonds with his housemates and proudly embraced his role as the “big… Read More »
It is with great sadness that we share that Mitch Kucharski passed away on Friday, October 24. Mitch was supported by Jubilee for 11 years. Mitch was a social and outgoing person who loved to explore his community. He maintained a close and loving relationship with his mother Diane Richardson (pictured here together). Our thoughts are with Mitch’s mother, brother… Read More »
We share with sadness news of the passing of Jubilee community member Bill Scaggs. Bill was a member of the Jubilee community for more than 20 years, and passed away at age 79. Bill will be remembered as a kind, faith-filled man who brought humor and heart to everyone around him. He proudly worked in a government mailroom for 40… Read More »
Thank you for Supporting the Renovation with Wish List Purchases! Brian and Raymond have been housemates for years, and when Khalil joined them in 2020, he quickly injected some fresh energy into the home. “I love playing football, basketball, and just getting everyone together for fun,” said Khalil. “I didn’t have it easy growing up, and I was so happy… Read More »
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 »
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 »
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