By Annie Pitts-Smith, Penn-Mar Sibling & Supporter We marked our brother Michael’s 47th birthday!Mike was born with some acute and complex diagnoses. Honestly, his medical chart and diagnoses don’t define who he is to us. The profound beauty he has brought to this world is nothing...
Curriculum designed for proven leaders with a mindset for growth.Over four years ago, Jennifer Skelly, Director of Pennsylvania Operations, knew she wanted to develop her team members in a more intentional way by providing them with leadership skills that would prepare them for the next steps...
LISS Program could be eliminated entirely[caption id="attachment_1672" align="alignleft" width="300"] Gregory MillerPresident/CEO Penn-Mar Human Services[/caption]As I wrote this, our organization is still trying to process the shock and implications of the Moore Administration’s FY26 budget. It proposes $200 million in cuts and cost containment measures for...
- York, Pa. Philanthropists Will Be Honored at Penn-Mar’s 33rd Annual Gala - January 31, 2025York, Pa. – In 2017, Penn-Mar Human Services, the region’s leading provider of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), established the Distinguished Humanitarian Award to highlight specific...
On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, Governor Wes Moore announced his proposed budget for Maryland, which included significant cuts to DDA services. While we appreciate the thoughtfulness behind the governor’s proposed budget and acknowledge the difficult decisions the administration must make, it is our duty to...
By Maria Engler, Penn-Mar Senior DSP III This public display is a visual expression of their immense value and capabilities.Through my connections at the York JCC (Jewish Community Center) I was fortunate to be able to secure their lobby space for the month of December to...
By David Hilbert - Penn-Mar Human Services Donor, Volunteer, Family Member [caption id="attachment_11318" align="alignleft" width="300"] Lisa Hilbert with her parents Robert and Barbara Hilbert.[/caption]Lisa is the youngest of five children raised by our loving and devoted parents, Robert and Barbara Hilbert. As a 14-year-old boy, I...
Her personal experience helps her to better understand the people she supports.Anja Allgood is a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at a Penn-Mar home in Glen Rock, Pa. where she supports four gentlemen with diverse disabilities. They range in age from 26 to 75. She credits...
By Joe DiPaola, Penn-Mar Sibling Mike joined our family as my younger brother when I was five. I don’t remember much of those early days except that my parents were worried about Mike’s health and future. Yes, Mike was different, but to my family Mike was...
Penn-Mar’s Customized Employment Program helps people we support find meaningful jobs that match their strengths—and meet real needs for businesses. It’s about inclusion, purpose, and building workplaces where everyone can thrive....