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Posted on January 21, 2026
Jacey supports Frank continue meaningful activities after a devastating loss. Three years ago, Frank Mansfield was in the car with his sister, Isabell, who suffered a fatal car accident. Frank was hospitalized with multiple broken bones. While he continues to grieve the loss of his sister, the steady support of his…
Posted on January 21, 2026
Jacey supports Frank continue meaningful activities after a devastating loss. Three years ago, Frank Mansfield was in the car with his sister, Isabell, who suffered a fatal car accident. Frank was hospitalized with multiple broken bones. While he continues to grieve the loss of his sister, the steady support of his…
Posted on January 20, 2026
– 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…
Posted on January 6, 2026
The community-based Senior DSP received a citation from Maryland Governor Wes Moore. 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 everyday heroes who go above and beyond to support individuals with developmental disabilities.  …
Posted on January 5, 2026
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…
Posted on December 22, 2025
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…
Posted on December 17, 2025
Why intention matters, and how your generosity helps shape what’s next. 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 calendar. Have you ever considered reimagining your holiday…
Posted on November 24, 2025
By Karen Cunnningham, Penn-Mar Sibling My older sister Brenda has been an inspiration to me all my life. She was born with an intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) and, while people who don’t know her sometimes have a hard time understanding her, she is amazingly…
Posted on November 21, 2025
An updated volunteer model provides a shared experience for people with IDD and corporate volunteers.  On a gorgeous fall day, corporate volunteers from Kelly Benefits in Sparks, MD joined a group of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who Penn-Mar supports for a…
Posted on November 21, 2025
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…
Posted on November 21, 2025
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, she can’t help…