Developmental Disabilities Archives - Page 14 of 16

Pets on Wheels at our Gerwig Day Program

We recently partnered with Pets on Wheels to bring therapy animals to individuals at our developmental disabilities day program in Columbia. Holly the Golden retriever visits us every other Tuesday in the afternoons to put a smile on everyone’s faces.

Humanim Spring Job Fair

Humanim is hiring! Join us for our Spring Job Fair on Saturday, May 4th to learn about careers at Humanim, plus apply and interview on-site!

Program Spotlight: iHomes

This month we spotlight our iHomes program, a private non-profit community housing development organization (CHDO) providing long term, affordable housing options to low-income individuals who have been diagnosed with a developmental and/or psychiatric disability.

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

In recognition of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, meet a few individuals empowered by Humanim’s programs.

Program Spotlight: Day Program

In recognition of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we spotlight our Developmental Disabilities Day Program. Humanim’s day programs emphasize community integration, and provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Poolesville High School Places Top 15 in Source America National Design Challenge

The Poolesville High School student team from Montgomery County placed in the Top 15 of the national Source America design challenge – where high school students compete to design equipment that will assist individuals with disabilities at their place of work.

Bond Initiative Hearing for Humanim’s iHomes Program

Humanim’s VP of Development, Diana Ellis & VP of Developmental Disabilities, Judi Olinger attended the Bond Initiative hearing for Humanim’s iHomes program in Annapolis in March. Humanim’s iHomes program is planning to construct and acquire 17 units of housing through Howard County over the next year and a half.

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month!

In recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Month, the #ChangeYourMind campaign provides a platform for educating the general public about the incidence of brain injury and the needs of people with brain injuries and their families.

Program Spotlight: Health Homes

This month we spotlight our Health Homes program, which addresses healthcare and lifespan disparities for those who experience mental health challenges or disabilities.