“Nothing about us without us” is a popular mantra within the disability community. This concept is embraced at Jubilee. Our Board of Directors has long included the President of Jubilee’s Client Council, and now also includes a representative from Makom, a local sister service provider. Michael Hoffman of Makom brings a wide variety of viewpoints and experience to the Jubilee… Read More »
10th Class of Graduates Celebrated by Jubilee Congratulations to Jubilee’s 10th class of graduates from our advanced training program for direct support professionals! This program, called DSP II, provides advanced training to direct support professionals (DSP) to better support adults with disabilities to live independently. Jubilee now boasts 67 graduates of this intensive training program. “You worked hard over this… Read More »
Join your friends for fun and exciting programs this Spring with Jubilee. Please check our online calendar for all event details, including required registration. April highlights include: Client Council Retreat: This free day long program will teach you how to take control of and effectively lead your annual Person Centered Plan meetings. RSVP by April 17. Outdoor Game Day: Fun… Read More »
We’re celebrating Jubilee’s 45th anniversary all year long! The festivities kick-off with a t-shirt design contest. Vote for your favorite t-shirt design by May 16. View and vote for your favorite design at the Jubilee office in Kensington. For more details contact Julia McCune, Director of Community Engagement at jmccune@jubileemd.org.
Jubilee mourns the death of Justin Bailey, a well-known, respected, and likable member of the Jubilee community. His amiability was legendary, and he profoundly influenced the lives of others with his kindness and readiness to give a helping hand. Justin was a beloved member of the Jubilee community for the past 25 years. He passed away at home on February… Read More »
Our hearts were full celebrating love in all its forms at Jubilee’s Valentine’s Dance. More than 100 participants gathered for an afternoon of friendship and love. Thank you to our Activity Planning Committee and our very own Steve Brent for serving as DJ. He kept the dance floor hopping with his musical selections. You make these events a success for… Read More »
DD Day at the Legislature was back in person this year – and Jubilee was there to advocate for the disability community. At the legislative breakfast we heard from Governor Wes Moore. He said, “We are going to lift together and build a state that leaves no one behind.” Particularly inspiring was Delegate Aaron Kaufman, a longtime advocate for people… Read More »
Childhood Friendship Leads to Love As shared by Liz Golder John and I were sweethearts way back in 5th grade at Fairland elementary school. But decades went by and we met other people. We’ve both had life experiences. When we reconnected, we started by talking on the phone. It was easy because we were old friends. My girlfriend Courtney said… Read More »
How to Collect Racial, Ethnic and Language Data Collecting data on the race, ethnicity and language of adults with developmental disabilities currently supported by agencies will help achieve our shared goal of helping more people from underserved communities. Racial and ethnic data provide crucial information on where we are now and where we want to be. “With data, we can… Read More »
Peeking out between the bulk mailers and the bills, you see a handwritten card in the mail, and instantly you feel excited. Who wrote to me? Who is thinking of me? This holiday season, Tico Sanz, Kobi Cudjoe, and Todd Locke brought joy to their friends, neighbors, and families by sending out 100 holiday cards. “It felt great to give… Read More »
A New Year’s Greeting from Steve Keener, Jubilee Executive Director As we ring in 2023, I eagerly look forward to continuing our work together building a community that embraces inclusion, and the unique gifts of every member of society. We made strong progress in our mission in the last year. I’m happy to share these highlights with you. Your support… Read More »
Home for the holidays is the biggest blessing for the people we support, but many of them are on a fixed income and need help purchasing the items that make a house a home. We’re grateful for your in-kind donation of household goods this season. In particular, we have received recent requests for: bathmats, doormats, and small kitchen appliances like… Read More »
Celebrating 13 Years of St. Rose home with Rosaria Communities On November 13, St. Rose of Lima Catholic church celebrated 13 years of supporting Rosaria Communities’ St. Rose house with a special mass and reception. The mass was dedicated to Anthony Pedone, Stephen Roldan, and James L’Heureux, who have lived at St. Rose house for 13 years with the support… Read More »
Holiday Events Galore this December Christmas is a special time of year at Jubilee, and we’re bringing you 8 different events to celebrate together. There is something for everyone! Details and required RSVP via the events calendar. Join your friends December 20 at the Jubilee office for a joyful celebration of Hanukkah – the Jewish festival of lights – with… Read More »
Beach Trip Brings Joy | Only Vacation for Some This summer, nearly 60 percent of the people Jubilee supports enjoyed a beach vacation thanks to your generosity. “If you dream it, we help make it happen,” shared Community Engagement Director Julia McCune. “The beach vacation was an incredible opportunity to connect and have fun together. For many people Jubilee supports,… Read More »
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