- The Kahlert Foundation Will Be Honored at Penn-Mar’s 34th Annual Gala - January 20, 2026 Baltimore – Penn-Mar Human Services, the region’s leading provider of services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), has awarded its 2026 Distinguished Humanitarian Award to The Kahlert Foundation. Started...
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...
Dave starred in a documentary, Thriving Together, The Power of Inclusion, that explored the lives of people with disabilities. Dave Peak has always wanted to be on TV. With the ability to “cry on a dime,” he hopes to someday audition and land roles in soap operas like General...
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...
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...
By Karen Cunnningham, Penn-Mar Sibling [caption id="attachment_14442" align="alignright" width="300"] Karen Cunningham stands with her husband and two sons, while Brenda sits on a chair in front of them.[/caption]My older sister Brenda has been an inspiration to me all my life. She was born with an intellectual...
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...
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...
[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,...
“Fall Family Update” offered open forum for exchanging information and perspectivesPenn-Mar has earned its reputation as a transformational leader for the supports we provide for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). To maintain that position, it's important to continually collaborate with our families and...