Jubilee honored Maryland General Assembly Delegate Emily Shetty (District 18) and our Champions of Inclusion at a recent reception that celebrated those who help make our work possible. “We’re grateful to all our partners and supporters, and enjoyed this opportunity to celebrate their contributions to Jubilee,” said Executive Director Steve Keener. “Delegate Shetty helped lead the fight to preserve state… Read More »
Christina is a busy woman. Between her job, weekly dinners with friends, and family time, Christina is on the go. But one area of her life remained stubbornly status quo. Every night, Christina went to bed in her childhood bedroom in the house she grew up in. Now 36, Christina wanted her own place. Her autism qualified her for a… Read More »
Tony and Eric dazzled the crowd at Jubilee’s Champions of Inclusion fundraiser with their original song, titled “Let’s Do It Together”, and then warmed hearts with their personal story. Tony Patterson joined Jubilee as a direct support professional four years ago, and quickly formed a close bond with Eric Magnan. The two men live together, and Tony helps Eric successfully… 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 »
Volunteer Work Expands Social Circle This Spring, Javier (Javi) Requejo started volunteering at A Wider Circle. This local non-profit helps local families get a leg up out of poverty with services and free furniture and household items. Javi helps clean and test household appliances, and creates bedding bundles of sheets and blankets for families in need. His favorite job by… Read More »
Federal funding for disability services is under threat. On Thursday, May 22 the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed a bill that includes the biggest cut to Medicaid ever. The bill now goes to the Senate for a vote. We need nationwide advocacy to stop these cuts. Please ask your family and friends in every state to contact their Senators today… Read More »
Two Jubilee Homes Spruced Up During National Rebuilding Month National charity Rebuilding Together’s Montgomery County chapter spruced up two Jubilee homes during its National Rebuilding Month. We’re honored to be chosen as a local recipient of their good deeds. “The two homes receiving the work were built in 1958 and 1972, and these older homes need a lot of loving… Read More »
Your Advocacy Helped Save Disability Services Thanks to your strong and sustained advocacy, the Maryland General Assembly passed a budget this April that avoids most of the devastating cuts that would have put the people Jubilee supports at risk. While the new Maryland budget will reduce Jubilee’s income from the state, we are confident that we will continue to provide high-quality… Read More »
Your Donations Support Community Engagement at Jubilee “Keeping ourselves safe is really important,” said Client Council President Elaine Carney. “We decided to learn how at our annual retreat.” The retreat is planned by the elected officers of the Client Council, with support from Jubilee’s Community Engagement staff. “Once they came up with the theme, we really ran with it and… 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 »
How Jubilee’s Housing Team Helps 14 People at Main Street Apartments A home of their own is the dream for the 212 people who now turn to Jubilee’s Housing Support Services for assistance. Our six-person housing team works one-on-one with their clients to make it a reality. “Each person helped by our housing team has unique needs, and we work… Read More »
State Budget Cuts Hurt Marylanders with Disabilities Your advocacy to stop Maryland’s budget cuts to disability services is making an impact! Please keep the pressure on. Tell your state legislators to stop budget cuts that hurt vulnerable Marylanders. If you’ve already reached out, now is the time to reach out again. If you haven’t yet contacted your elected officials, please… 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 »
Tell Your Maryland Representatives to Act Now to Save Our DD Services Drastic budget cuts to disability services in Maryland will harm people with disabilities who rely on Jubilee. Your action now is critical to save disability services in Maryland. Tell your state Senator and Delegates they must act now to stop budget cuts to developmental disability services. Without their… 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 »
Maryland Equity Coalition for People with Disabilities Convenes with 35 Member Groups A coalition of 35 organizations committed to helping all Marylanders access disability services is now working together for the first time. The coalition will provide education and information to help people successfully navigate language and cultural barriers that impede access to disability services. The Maryland Equity Coalition for… 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 »
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