Jubilee’s Client Council leadership recently held a strategic planning retreat to set goals for the next two years. This retreat built on the discussion held by all at the March meeting of Client Council. Client Council set four goals. They are: Start holding in-person meetings again for the entire group. Revamp the annual Client Council learning retreat to increase the… Read More »
Jubilee’s Community Engagement team is busy creating new and exciting social opportunities for our community. You do not want to miss this fun! Keep an eye on our online events calendar which is frequently updated with programs just for you. In addition to our weekly programming, which is free to the Jubilee community, we have some new additional highlights you… Read More »
Fundraising Breakfast Heartwarming Success They say good things come to those who wait, and after two long years apart, nothing could have been more wonderful than being together at Jubilee’s Champions of Inclusion fundraising breakfast. You could practically feel the spirit and joy in the room, as more than 200 members of our community came together to support Jubilee. Thanks… Read More »
By A’isha Henry, RJAG Chair and Quality Assurance and Compliance Manager Jubilee’s Racial Justice Advisory Group (RJAG) will soon be wrapping up our second year of work supporting Jubilee in becoming a more equitable and just organization. We meet monthly to identify barriers in communication, discuss training and education, and to monitor the progress of last year’s goals. These goals… Read More »
Dear Jubilee Friends, As I follow the war in Ukraine from afar in horror, I particularly worry about people with disabilities in Ukraine. These vulnerable people are often sadly overlooked in times of war. In Ukraine, many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are still supported in large institutions. I am reminded of how things were in the 1950’s in… Read More »
Maryland’s Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) recently announced a new rental subsidy program, where people pay only 30 percent of their household income for rent and utilities. Unlike other DDA rental assistance programs, this program is similar to the Housing Choice Voucher Program. It is tenant-based, so people who participate are free to move with the voucher to any qualifying home… Read More »
We are saddened to share with you that Scott Seropian recently passed away. He was just shy of his 62nd birthday, a birthday he shared with his 96-year-old father. Jubilee began supporting Scott in 2008, and he lived with Alex Fidler and Ronald Fluke. Scott was an artist, enjoyed listening to music, and loved to go on long walks with… Read More »
Day Trips, Classes and Beach Trip Returns! As both the weather and pandemic improve, we have added lots of new programs this Spring. Our Reaching Out program is now open to everyone, and exciting upcoming events include a trip to Brookside Gardens, an Escape Room adventure, and an in-person art class. These programs include a small fee. See a full… Read More »
Due to unforeseen circumstances Jubilee’s dedicated zoom program link is changed as of today, March 7. We apologize for any confusion. Please use our NEW zoom link going forward for Jubilee programs. Every Jubilee team member has the new program link and can assist the people we support with the transition. A new print calendar of activities with the updated… Read More »
You Made a Difference for Tracy, Read Her Story in Jubilee’s 2021 Annual Report You make it possible for Jubilee to fully support adults with disabilities, and we are brimming with gratitude. We have great news to share with you. Thanks to you, 50 new donors supported Jubilee in the last 90 days. A great big thank you to an… Read More »
Program Creates Lasting Friendships It takes a village to create a warm and welcoming community where every member is valued. Today, we’re asking you to join our village through our Circle of Friends program. Jubilee’s Circle of Friends helps create long-term relationships between the people we support and community members who seek meaningful connections and friendships. Jubilee’s Circle of Friends… Read More »
We can’t wait to see you at our upcoming Champions of Inclusion Fundraising Breakfast on Tuesday, April 26 at the Silver Spring Civic Center. Get ready to be inspired at our second annual fundraising breakfast. Hear directly from your community members about Jubilee’s role in their lives. Learn more about Jubilee’s Champions of Inclusion and see who in your community… Read More »
Phase II for Retirees Restarts April 1, Print Calendar of Activities Mailed to Every Person Jubilee Supports Fun is in bloom at Jubilee this Spring! We have a fresh slate of activities and programs just for you. Last month, we asked you what programs you want to see from Jubilee in a survey, and you answered. Based on responses from… Read More »
Happy Valentine’s Day from Your Friends at Jubilee Here at Jubilee, we are celebrating love in all it’s many wonderful forms in honor of Valentine’s Day. This is an opportunity to celebrate all the ways we love and care for each other. Cuddle up and enjoy these Tiny Jubilee Love Stories* to celebrate romance, friendship, and self care. Michaelis Young… Read More »
Thank you Foundation Board Members This month, the operations of the Jubilee Foundation will merge into the Jubilee Association of Maryland. Since 1990, the Foundation board has helped Jubilee Association of Maryland promote and fundraise for its essential work. The merger will improve efficiency and save administrative costs related to maintaining a second 501(c)(3) organization. Jubilee’s programming, outreach, and fundraising… Read More »
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