For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities S U M ME R 2017
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A NEW LEADER EMERGES
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n July 1, 2017, Kathleen McNally Durkin, who has been with The Arc Baltimore since 2001 and has served as its deputy executive director since 2010, became the organization’s executive director. She was selected after an exhaustive national search that received more than 190 applications from across the country for the position.
“The Board is delighted to have an extraordinary person like Kathleen take the reins from Steve Morgan,” says Neil MacDonald, immediate past president of The Arc Baltimore Board of Directors. “Kathleen has repeatedly proven herself. As a result, we are very confident she will provide the leadership that we will need to meet the challenges ahead.” In her teenage years, Kathleen volunteered at a home for boys with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Pennsylvania and immediately found her calling. Before arriving at The Arc Baltimore, she served in every possible role in the field including a direct support professional, supervisor/ manager, and program director. CO NT INUED O N PAGE 3
Kathleen McNally Durkin, Como House, 1986
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Celebrating 45 Years of Impact Steve Morgan retired at the end of June after 45 years at The Arc Baltimore, with 36 years as executive director. He leaves a lasting legacy that impacted the lives of tens of thousands of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. To ensure that everyone touched by Steve had the opportunity for one last visit with him, we held many celebrations in his honor.
STEVE MORGAN: A FAREWELL TOUR 2017 To connect with those who attend and work at our day and employment centers, Steve went out on tour to all six locations leading singalongs and spending time with his “fans.” Each center presented him with a good-bye token of their appreciation.
A FORMAL AFFAIR The Arc Baltimore held a formal tribute dinner at the Towson Sheraton on June 14th that was filled with laughter, tears and song, and featured a presentation that detailed his life from birth to retirement. It included slideshows of his childhood, family and career. In addition, over 100 of his closest colleagues and friends were secretly video interviewed where they reflected upon Steve’s legacy through stories and affirmations of his character and value in their life. Lastly, Steve addressed the crowd with closing remarks. To read, go to www.thearcbaltimore.org/category/blog.
BACKYARD BBQ With over 350 people in attendance, The Arc hosted a large BBQ on June 21 at its Seton Business Park location. Many expressed their appreciation of Steve in song or through storytelling.
STEVE’S LAST GOODBYE On Steve’s final day, the main office emptied where all staff lined the exit in costume (to honor his love of dressing up) to see Steve off.
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A NEW LEADER EMERGES
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Passing the Gavel
Kathleen spent the day at A graduate of Johns Hopkins University our center in Dundalk and and the University of Scranton, Durkin connected with friends Mark has more than 37 years of experience and Keith. in the field of disability services, 29 of which are in Maryland. She joined The Arc Baltimore as director of quality assurance and was promoted to associate executive director in 2004 before being named deputy executive director in 2010. “It is an honor to be selected as executive director, following such a remarkable leader,” says Durkin. “I treasure the rich history of this organization and the unique journey of the people that we support. We must remember. We must learn and we must continue to move forward. In valuing our history and envisioning our future, our core values will not change—the commitment is to the person first. “I care deeply about the people we support, their families, and this organization. We have incredible opportunities ahead with a renewed focus on meaningful employment and family engagement, as well as potential threats due to changes in Medicaid and diminishing resources. “Additionally, we must evolve our services to support a generation who has never stepped foot in an institution. Their expectations are different from a generation ago. I have no doubt that the outstanding team here at The Arc will meet both head-on. The future will be challenging but it is definitely bright.” As executive director of The Arc Baltimore, Durkin will oversee all aspects of Maryland’s largest provider of supports to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, annually reaching more than 6,000 individuals.
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ith the retirement celebrations for Steve Morgan, The Arc held a modest annual meeting and awards breakfast that allowed the outgoing Board President Neil A. MacDonald the opportunity to pass the gavel to Joseph Ward and elect the following board slate for 2017–2018: OFFICERS
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JOSEPH P. WARD, ESQ. President
SETH BURDINE LARRY BURLEY JIGISHA C. HANEL DONALD HIMELFARB GREGORY HOGAN CHRISTOPHER LEVESQUE LIZ MACSHERRY MOAG NICOLE S. MCCANN CARLA MURPHY WILLIAM OLIVER CRYSTAL STEPHENS WILLIAM STOCKER RODNEY TOULSON JILL M. VOCCI, O.D. TRACY VOELKER ROB WALL
THOMAS SAND Vice President ERIK P. DALY Treasurer NEIL A. MACDONALD Past President
In addition, several people were honored with the following awards: President’s Cup—Liz Moag Director Emeritus – Jeffrey Rever Volunteer of the Year – Neil MacDonald Circle of Achievement Inductees – JK Ferrell, Neil and Robin MacDonald l
To begin her tenure, Kathleen has been visiting with many of the people we support at their homes, work sites, and day centers—as well as their direct support staff. She’s been to over 40 locations and it’s been an opportunity for her to hear what they think The Arc should be doing to better meet our mission and their perspective on her new role. In addition, she started Koffees with Kathleen for staff to share ideas and discuss issues, and this fall, simple meet and greets will be offered for families and other partners to engage in dialogue about the future of The Arc. Watch out for more details on our website at www.thearcbaltimore.org and in all of our social media and email communications. l
Kathleen McNally Durkin’s Awards and Affiliations l The Arc Maryland Outstanding Advocate of the Year l The Daily Record’s Maryland’s Top 100 Women l SmartCEO’s Brava Award l American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities’ Outstanding Professional Services Award in Maryland l Board member and President of the Maryland Association of Community Services (MACS) l Numerous State level task forces on supports for people with I/DD
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Hot off the press! Our 2016 annual report sets the 45 year storied career of our retiring Executive Director Steve Morgan within the context of the history of our agency and the disability movement. View at www.thearcbaltimore.org. l
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WHAT A DAY FOR GOLF
ith over 130 dedicated golfers and a sky full of sunshine, our 23rd annual golf tournament held at the Woodlands golf course could not have gone any better! The tournament raised more than $85,000! Special thanks to our Title Sponsor— Scientific Plant Service—for leading the way. Thanks, too, to our Eagle, Birdie, Special Hole and Tee Sponsors, and all those who contributed cash, prizes and auction gifts. l
Our winning foursome from Advance was all smiles.
Congratulations to this year’s contest winners: Advance Business Systems—Ryan Johnson, Victor Paradiso, Aaron Wilkinson, David Sweigart 1ST PLACE:
2ND PLACE: WB Mason—Tyler Eikenberg, Mike Eikenberg, Jim West, Scott Garceau 3RD PLACE: Hudak Family—John Hudak, Jim Hudak, Chris Hudak, Brenden Kelly 4TH PLACE: SC&H Group—Greg Hogan, Ryan Miller, James Wynn 5TH PLACE: Leonard Paper Company—Mike Leonard, M.J. Leonard, Josh Holbein,
Mike Hilferty CLOSEST TO THE PIN WINNERS: Steve Palmer, Don Whitehead, Tyler Eikenberg LONGEST DRIVE: Tracey Maranto, M.J. Leonard
Title Sponsor
Eagle Sponsor
The Title Sponsor Scientific Plant Service’s foursome was anchored by their CEO Ken Mays.
Birdie Sponsor Advance—The Document Specialists Allstate Leasing CFS Medical Supply Group Ernst & Young Exxon Mobil George Mason Mortgage, LLC Hollins Organics Products Law Offices of James A. List, LLC Leonard Paper Miles & Stockbridge P.C. Oak Contracting PNC RCM&D SC&H Group Schmitz Press United Healthcare W.B. Mason
The Arc’s CFO Tracy Pruitt joined the Capital Services team.
Hole in one Bob Davidson Ford Lincoln
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Media Sponsor Baltimore Business Journal
Blades and Rosenfeld has always been a loyal supporter of The Arc.
GET TICKETS NOW Please, pretty please, with a cherry on top! With only a month left before Art in the Round, we suggest that you get your tickets before we sell out. The exhibit and auction showcases the talent and artistry of individuals with developmental disabilities. This year’s event will be the best yet. Highlights? Mobile bidding, a photo booth for souvenir pictures, a delectable menu, an open bar of beer and wine and a specialty drink—all in an event space inspired by this year’s poster winner. Don’t miss out on this great event!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2017 7:30 PM–11 PM THE GRAND LODGE OF MARYLAND 302 International Circle Hunt Valley, MD 21030
TICKETS: www.thearcbaltimore.org
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YES, CHEF! e welcome Martin’s West, which recently joined our list of employers! They are one of the greater Baltimore area’s top catering firms for the last 50 years and host a variety of events including wedding receptions, banquets and bull roasts.
Shaneka Barnes, Tonya Barnes and Harsh Khurjekar were hired in May of this year. All three work directly with Executive Chef Mario Cantu and his team of chefs in the kitchen. They assist with prepping the salads and desserts, and they maintain a peak level of cleanliness in the kitchen. l
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Shaneka, Tonya, Harsh, Chef Mario Cantu and Chef Carlos Hoyos
New Employer Partners Our newest employers hired people with intellectual and developmental disabilities during the past four months. We are grateful to them for providing meaningful work experiences for people to whom we provide supports. Alban CAT BWI The Elks Lodge Martin’s West McDonalds Michele’s Granola PDP Group Safeway University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation School of Medicine Wancowicz & Associates, P.A.
Cultivating Leaders from Within
ast summer, 11 employees of The Arc Baltimore stepped out of their comfort zones and took a chance on a new initiative called the Leadership Institute, an internal leadership development opportunity designed to include a cross section of staff—from direct support to managers. The overall Leadership Institute goal was to promote the agency belief that staff at all levels can “lead from any chair” and contribute to an agency culture of recognition and investment in the personal and professional growth of our workforce. In September, they met each other at their first full program day. Because they came from across the agency—Human Resources, Project SEARCH, Family Services, Day Services, Landscaping, and Community Living—many of them did not know each other at all.
Inaugural Leadership Institute graduating class along with program leaders Bridget Roth (far left) and Nellie Power (black shirt in front) Over the year, they had nine full-day sessions that were designed to impart principles of leadership, stimulate introspection, and inspire change and growth. Themes and topics included group process, responding to change, leadership under scrutiny, public speaking, learning from others and leadership and mission in action. “We gelled as a group,” said a staff member, “and yet each of us found our own individual strengths to build up one another and to shine in our own unique way.”
Leadership Fellow Sheena Johnson and her mentor, Chief Advancement Officer Kate McGuire
Another fellow reflected upon her own personal growth: “I originally thought the experience was scary. However, as I began to think about what makes a leader, I found inner strength and self-confidence that I did not know I had.” In addition, each participant was paired with a mentor, a director-level or senior management staff member as another way to broaden the knowledge of the organization and principles of leadership. The mentor-mentee relationships were valued on both sides and proved to be a cornerstone of the new program. “The program encouraged positive relationships between staff from across the agency and senior management,” stated one participant, “that I hope continues long after the program ends.”
Leadership Fellow Michael Yates and his mentor, Human Resources Executive Shontae Jones
The group presented what they had learned at an administrative meeting to over 150 staff members, and were honored in a small ceremony. Congratulations to our graduates: Jahfarie Butler, Darriann Dixon, Jennifer Hermann, Allegra Hild, Swanisha Hinton, Shirley Hunter, Sheena Johnson, Naveed Malik, Ben Swartz, Katie Warren, and Michael Yates. l
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TU Partnership Leads to Innovative Program
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ur Director of Assistive Technology and Information Systems, Daphni Steffin, pitched an idea for an AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) group to Karen Pottash, the speech-language pathology clinic director in the Department of Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology & Deaf Studies at Towson University. Daphni’s goal was to bolster the assistive technology services provided to select individuals with disabilities who had a communication device but needed more intensive training and continued prompting to use the device. Karen and her department colleague, Lisa Geary, a clinical assistant professor, who ultimately led the group, jumped at the chance to form this partnership because it would provide a unique training opportunity for their students.
Leroy chats with Lisa Geary.
Bryce and his staff practice using his device with a TU student.
It was the first time the department ever utilized this group format as part of their clinical practicum for graduate students where they can earn clinical hours for not only their master’s degree but for their state and national certification. The program started with four students and four individuals with disabilities where the students prepared goals, provided individual and group therapy, and trained the staff who accompanied the participants and worked with them at their day center. “The creativity and enthusiasm that the Towson University students brought to the program was re-energizing,” said Steffin, “and they provided therapeutic guidance to the participants and their staff during the intensive 12-week program.” They focused on core vocabulary concepts like “yes” and “no” as well as “I like” and “I don’t like” to help each person communicate their needs and express their opinions with the assistance of the device. Geary was amazed at how much progress was made as a result of the program. “Students
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watched as personalities flourished, expressive and receptive language increased, and communication improved.” The program was capped off with a group lunch at Glory Days Bar and Grill where all participants ordered their meal with their device. The program was a big success and the plan is to continue the program this year. l
The Arc Passes with Flying Colors
n June, The Arc Baltimore received official notification from CARF, an independent accreditor of health and human service providers, that it received its highest accreditation possible of three years. CARF gave its first accreditation to The Arc Baltimore in 2005 and has surveyed every three years since. This May, two surveyors inspected all aspects of the Community Employment Division’s employment supports and job development, as well as the Foster Family Services. As stated by CARF, the accreditation is an achievement and “an indication of your organization’s dedication and commitment to improving the quality of the lives of the persons served. Services, personnel, and documentation clearly indicate an established pattern of conformance to standards.” Further, the report identified no recommendations, a rarity in that only 3 percent of CARF surveys do not include a recommendation.
consultations and information that goes beyond the basic standards and criteria they are inspecting. They commended our assistive technology library, our capable staff, and the “My Rights” handbook for individuals receiving services. They suggested that the “My Rights” handbook be offered in Spanish and talked with our staff about new approaches that can further build the holistic services to which we aspire. During the exit interview with the CARF surveyors, the now Board President Joseph Ward and the then President Neil MacDonald were present with leadership staff to hear the positive report as well as the suggestions for further enhancements.
Because visiting surveyors come from other disability service providers and have the opportunity to see best practices and trends around the country, CARF surveyors always offer
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Wil places his order with assistance from his Ipad.
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“I was thoroughly impressed with the way that The Arc staff handled themselves throughout the survey,” said Ward, “and the comments from the surveyors only confirm what those of us in the community already know—The Arc Baltimore is an elite service provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.” l
Medicaid Matters for the DD Community—Tell Everyone!
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hile funding of services for people with disabilities in Maryland is usually associated with DDA (the MD Developmental Disabilities Administration), the majority of those funds come from the federal Medicaid system. That’s why the national health care debate and threats to “capping” or “block-granting” Medicaid has caused so much concern in the disability community. The Arc and disability advocates around the country have been lobbying and educating legislators to protect the program— especially as many often don’t know the extent of Medicaid’s impact on people with disabilities. Our stories and voices are vital in this debate and it’s important that we let anyone and everyone know the value of Medicaid. It’s often a very misunderstood and misrepresented program. Don’t hesitate to let your friends, family, and others know what Medicaid does for your family. Medicaid not only provides medical care but it is essential to those with disabilities for their long-term care and support. Some examples of what it funds are: medications to control seizures, diapers and supplies, job coaches for job training, a
tablet device and software to help a nonverbal person express their needs, and staff support to help someone get out of bed and lead a meaningful life in a home of their choosing. The list is endless. What does DDA—Medicaid—make possible for you or your family member? Regardless of what happens in the health care debate, it’s essential that we speak up for Medicaid and tell our stories. Tell us yours. Contact Kate McGuire at kmcguire@thearcbaltimore.org or 410-296-2272 x 5217. l
Thank you! Thank You to Renewing Members and Contributors! March 1, 2017 to June 30, 2017 Mrs. Hallie Allen Allstate Leasing Mr. and Mrs. John Althoff, Jr. Ms. Ann Marie Angarita Mr. and Mrs. Albert A. Anuszewski Mr. Aaron Atkinson The Baltimore Community Foundation Mr. Mushirarungu Barahomahoma Mrs. Sharon Bateman Battelle Foundation of The Columbus Foundation Mrs. Kimberly Becker Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Berg Mrs. Nancy Bernard Mr. Sylvester Bieler Blades & Rosenfeld, P. A. Mrs. Stephanie Blockston Mr. and Mrs. R.B. Blum Bob Davidson Ford, Inc. Bob’s Transport and Storage Co, Inc. Mr. Boomershine Consulting Group Mr. Michael Bovino Mr. and Mrs. Chris Brandenburg Ms. Raquele Brimmage Mr. and Mrs. August Brodowsky Mr. Walter F. Brooks Ms. Nancy Ann Brown Mrs. Claire Brown Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Broznowicz Mr. and Mrs. Mark Buedel Mr. and Mrs. Howard G. Bullinger Ms. Mary Catherine Bunting Mr. Seth Burdine Mr. and Mrs. Larry Burley Jr. Ms. Shannel Burton Ms. Colleen Rae Calhoon Capital Services, Inc. Mr. Adolphus Carr Ms. Kendra Carter CFS Medical Supply Group The Civitan Club of Baltimore Ms. Melissa Clay Clayton Baker Trust Ms. Janet L. Commarata Mrs. Amy Craig Mrs. Arlene Craumer Ms. Mary Ellen Crowley Mr. and Mrs. William Curtis Mr. Gislin Dagnelie
Mr. and Mrs. James P. Daly Jr. Ms. Kathy Darden Ms. Suzanne Davenport Mr. and Mrs. Brent Davidson Ms. Dawn Davis-Brodeur Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Davison Ms. Amy Decker Mrs. Mary D. DeClue Mr. and Mrs. Andrew DeFino Ms. Patricia Deguilmi Ms. Rebecca Delo Dr. and Mrs. Kirk Denicoff Mr. Joseph Deugenio Ms. Alicia L. Dickey-Lambert Mr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Dillon Ms. Angela Dudley Ms. Donna Duff Mr. and Mrs. Juan Dunton-El Sr. Mr. Brian Durkin Mr. Christian Ehrhardt Ellin & Tucker Ms. Linda Epps Everyone Givvs, Inc. Ms. Charlotte Exner Ms. Joanna Falcone Mrs. Rita E. Feher Mr. Jonathan K. Ferrell Ms. Eris A. Fitzgerald Fleming Transportation Corporation Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fonte Ms. Danielle Ford Ms. Teresa Ford Mr. Nathan Foster Foster Business Forms Ms. Barbara Freeman Ms. Shirley Garrett Mr. Ron Garrett Ms. Agnes Gathogo Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Gerstley Mrs. Jennie Giza Mr. Alexander Gorman Ms. Beverly Greene Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Greif, Jr. Ms. Jigisha Hanel Dr. Karyn Harvey Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin Hayden Mr. and Mrs. Neal Haynie Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hemler Ms. Jennifer Hermann
Welcome, New Members and Contributors! March 1, 2017 to June 30, 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Considine Ms. Jacqueline Hibbs Mr. Brett Johnson The Honorable Stephen W. Lafferty Ms. Erin Lindholm MAXIMUS Foundation Mr. Wilson Olabamiji
PDP Technologies Mr. Chris Saumell Mr. Josiah Smith Mrs. Linda Sundquist The Arc Carroll County Mr. James Wynn
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Himelfarb Ms. Mary E. Hockenbrock Rev. Patricia Roop Hollinger Hollins Organic Products Mr. Richard E. Hook Mr. and Mrs. Richard Edwin Hook, IV Mr. and Mrs. W. Carl Hossfeld Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John J. Hudak Mr. and Mrs. James Hudak Mr. and Mrs. Earle P. Hurley Inverness Presbyterian Church Ms. Barbara Israel Mr. and Mrs. Michael M. Jenkins Mr. Michael E. Johnson Ms. Sheena Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Jones Mr. George F. Jones Ms. Susan Justice Ms. Claudia Kairoff Mrs. Mildred Kalski Mrs. Isobel Kaufman Mr. and Mrs. William Kelleher Mr. and Mrs. Lee Kexel Mr. Charles Keyser Ms. Susan King Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Knoerlein Ms. Margaret V. Kotulak Ms. Janet Kroll Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Lempert Leonard Paper Company Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Levesque Dr. and Mrs. Philip Levinson Mr. and Mrs. Alan Levy Mr. and Mrs. Michael Lilley Mr. and Mrs. James A. List, Esq. Mr. Larry Logue Ms. Kim Longford Ms. Elizabeth Lutz Mr. and Mrs. Neil A. MacDonald Mainline Auto Parts Mr. Jason Manuel Mrs. Tracey Maranto Ms. Cristine Marchand Maryland Truck Tire Ms. Kathryn Mayer Mrs. Dolores Mazan Mr. and Mrs. Connor F. McBryde Ms. Patricia A. McCloskey McClung Logan Equipment Company, Inc Mr. and Mrs. Jim McComb Ms. Isabel C. McCullough McEnroe Voice and Data Ms. Kate McGuire Mrs. Kathleen McNally Durkin Mr. and Mrs. John Mihal Miles & Stockbridge Foundation Inc. Miles & Stockbridge P.C. Mr. Gary Mingleton Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mitchell Ms. Nancy Mitchell Mr. Matthew Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Martin Morgan
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Mr. and Mrs. Robert Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Stephen H. Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Morgan Morgan Carlo Downs Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Morrell Mr. and Mrs. Vincent C. Munchel Mr. and Mrs. Randall Murphy Ms. Sabrina S. Murphy-Gardner Mutual of America Ms. Margaret Mutungi Ms. Virginia Naklen Mr. and Mrs. Alvin F. Nehrenz Mr. and Mrs. Edmond B. Nolley, Jr. Norris Ford Mr. and Mrs. Sean O’Conor Mr. and Mrs. William H. Oliver Mrs. Katie Paff Mrs. Joan P. Partridge Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Paynter Mr. and Mrs. Dominic Pecora Mr. and Mrs. Michael Peery The Perennial Farm Pessin Katz Law, P.A. Ms. Susan Plitt PNC Bank Ms. Nellie Power Ms. Tracy Pruitt PSA Insurance & Financial Service Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ramsey Mr. Kevin M. Rasmussen Ravens Roost #120 RCM&D The RCM&D Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Reches Mr. and Mrs. S. Dick Reider Ms. Teresa Reider Mrs. Constance C. Reisig Ms. Sharon A. Reuwer Mr. Jeffrey Rever Ms. Yvonne D. Richards Ms. Beatrice Rodgers Ms. Geraldine Rosenbaum Ms. Doreen B. Rosenthal Mr. and Mrs. James F. Rosner, Esq. Ms. Bridget Roth S J Elsner’s Lawnmower Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Sand SC&H Group Mr. and Mrs. G. Lewis Schaffner Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scheller Schmitz Press Scientific Plant Service, Inc. Ms. Lauren Seabolt Mr. and Mrs. Stephen J. Sfekas, Esq. Ms. Joan P. Shows Ms. Donna Sills, Esq. and Mr. Michael Sloneker Mr. Michael P. Smith Mr. and Mrs. James T. Smith, Jr. Ms. Janine Spafford Ms. Rose M. Spero Ms. Teresa Spurrier Ms. Debbie Staigerwald Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stakem Mr. and Mrs. Judson Stark Steam Communications Mrs. Daphni Steffin Ms. Mary Maas Stemler Ms. Crystal Stephens Mr. William Stocker Studio 27 Architecture Mr. Maury A. Sugarman Mr. Robert Sutton Ms. Senait Tekle The Jerome and Sonia Baum Charitable Foundation, Inc.
The Thomas W. Bradley Foundation, Inc. Thomas Wilson Sanitarium for Children of Baltimore City Mr. Robbie Thompson Mr. Rodney Toulson Towson Elks Lodge #469 Mr. Amos G. Tracey Mrs. Agnes Treadaway Mr. Harold Tritz Mr. Johnny Tsang UBS Financial Services Mr. Edem Udoh Ms. Margaret M. Ulle United Healthcare United Plumbing Services Dr. Peter J. Valletutti Ms. Patricia D. Vane Mrs. Erica Vince Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Vocci Ms. Judith R. Volkman Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Wagner Mr. and Mrs. William Walker, IV Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Ward Mr. Don Watts Mr. Ray Weiss Mrs. Mary M. Weller The Wells Fargo Foundation Ms. Jean West Ms. Diane Westgate WEX Inc. Ms. Joanne Williams Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Wilusz Ms. Laura W. Wink Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Yancisin Ms. Linda Yannuzzi Mr. and Mrs. Dorsey Yearley Mrs. Jean Yeldezian Mr. Tesfa Yohannes Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Young Ms. Anita Zellner Mr. and Mrs. Mayer D. Zimmerman Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Ziskind
Gifts in Memory March 1, 2017 to June 30, 2017
Ms. Mary Hazel Afrookteh Ms. Sandy Anuszewski Mr. Marc Bevans Ms. Shulamith Garb Mr. Robert Gunther Ms. Eleanor Hoffman Ms. Linda McKinley Ms. Sandy Schneiderman Mr. Tim Witmyer
Gifts in Honor
March 1, 2017 to June 30, 2017 Buck-I-SERV Ms. Alice Gorman Ms. Anne Heinlein Mr. Stephen Morgan Ms. Mary Scott Ms. Rebecca Simoni Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this list. If you feel there is an error, please contact our Development Office at 410-296-2272 x 5220.
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ongratulations to the 27 hard-working, highly motivated Project SEARCH interns who are now graduates of the program! They interned at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, LifeBridge Northwest Hospital, University of Maryland Medical Center and University of Maryland, Baltimore. Many are now employed, and the remaining graduates receive job development services through The Arc. l
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