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Penn-Mar Team Member Betty Huggins-Martin Honored with “Outstanding Direct Support Professional (DSP)” Award

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06 Jan

Posted at 11:40h in Featured, News

The community-based Senior DSP received a citation from Maryland Governor Wes Moore. [caption id="attachment_14618" align="alignright" width="300"] Betty poses at the award ceremony with her certificate.[/caption]In October, the Maryland Department of Health, along with partners from the Maryland Department of Disabilities and the Maryland Department of Labor hosted a celebration of...

22 Dec

Posted at 15:15h in Featured, News

Each month, we highlight a “behind-the-scenes” team member whose work supports our mission, but whose face you might not often see on our social media pages. We’re excited to help you get to know our innovative team and the complex work we do. So, tune in for...

17 Dec

Posted at 13:25h in CEO Blog, Featured, News

Why intention matters, and how your generosity helps shape what’s next.[caption id="attachment_1672" align="alignright" width="300"] Gregory MillerPresident/CEO Penn-Mar Human Services[/caption]I don’t know about you, but I can’t believe the holiday season is here again! Imagine if we didn’t prepare for it and just “showed up.” Christmas would feel like just another date on the...

21 Nov

Posted at 16:20h in Featured, News

An updated volunteer model provides a shared experience for people with IDD and corporate volunteers. [caption id="attachment_14420" align="alignright" width="300"] A group of people supported from Penn-Mar, DSPs, and Kelly Benefits employees pose together at First Fruits Farm.[/caption] On a gorgeous fall day, corporate volunteers from Kelly Benefits...

21 Nov

Posted at 15:54h in Featured, News

Each month, we highlight a “behind-the-scenes” team member whose work supports our mission, but whose face you might not often see on our social media pages. We’re excited to help you get to know our innovative team and the complex work we do. So, tune in for...

21 Nov

Posted at 13:46h in Featured, News

[caption id="attachment_14409" align="alignright" width="300"] Kimberly Palmer[/caption]She's making her mark in a unique way.Kimberly Palmer is accustomed to people commenting on her magenta-colored hair, vibrant clothing styles, and Converse All-Star high-top sneakers with rainbow flames. And when the Penn-Mar Residential Supervisor frequently visits the organization’s Day Program,...

12 Nov

Posted at 12:00h in Featured, News, Press Releases

- Carroll County Nonprofit Organizations’ Partnership Proves Power of Community -November 12, 2025Baltimore — A powerful new documentary, "Thriving Together: The Power of Inclusion," is taking an intimate look into the lives of four Marylanders with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). By showcasing their daily...

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