Jubilee Association of Maryland

06/11/2026

👏Congratulations to our June Shining Star, Direct Support Professional Alex Portugal! Alex was nominated by Jubilee’s community engagement specialists for his work to create community for the men he supports and other members of the Jubilee family.

📣“Alex treats the people he supports and everyone he encounters with endless respect and enthusiasm. Alex is a creative thinker and always on the lookout for ways to improve the services he provides,” said Abby.

📸Alex and Todd (right to left) sport matching hats around town!

National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals

06/10/2026

"Our parents always feared John would be put in an institution. My siblings and I managed caregivers coming in and out of the family home after they passed away. It didn’t go well. When we found Jubilee, we were struck by how welcoming everyone was at the homes we visited. We saw firsthand that this is not an institution. This is a home. This could be John’s home."

🫶John's brother shares how he has bloomed anew since joining Jubilee. Read on 👉https://jubileemd.org/john-blooms-anew-at-jubilee/

🙌 Yes! Jubilee is admitting new clients so more adults with developmental disabilities can live their best lives like John!

A Brother’s Story: As shared by Ken Hartman Growing up, my brother John was always the center of attention in our family.  John lived with our parents his entire life, and they worked hard for him to be part of the community.  He had a good life, until tragedy struck. In a few short years, our p...

06/09/2026

What a treat celebrating Jubilee's Champions of Inclusion.🎉 We are so grateful for your support of our work helping adults with disabilities live independently!💕

Our Champions appreciated hearing from Tim Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics International about his experience and viewpoint as a leader working for inclusion for people with disabilities.

Learn more about how you can become a Jubilee Champion and see all our Champions honored by name here: jubileemd.org/how-to-help/champions-society/

06/08/2026

Another Jubilee summer cookout in the books.🎉Loved gathering with our Jubilee community and having fun! A big thank you to everyone who helped make this such a wonderful event! 😎🌻

06/03/2026

Congratulations to the actors who performed in ArtStream, Inc.'s plays this past weekend, including Jubilee's own Ben, Jamie, Ravi, Steve S., and Eli! The audience went on a magical train ride and got swept up in a beach story - and left with full, happy hearts.

05/29/2026

The Jubilee community gathered to honor Africa Day in a vibrant celebration of culture, music, and delicious food. We’re thankful for the rich heritage and contributions of our community members of African descent who help make Jubilee so special. 💕🌍

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Jubilee’s own Rokhaya Dieng on winning the MACS 2026 Direct Support Professional & Frontline Supervisor Award! 🎉✨

This prestigious statewide award recognizes the top direct support professionals in the state who elevate the profession. She received the award at the MACS 2026 Direct Support Professional Conference in late May. A team of Jubilee frontline workers and managers attended the conference to learn and share best practices in supporting people with disabilities.

05/18/2026

Jubilee nursing team honored today to thank them for their work! 🎉Our nursing team manages unique nursing plans for people Jubilee supports. These care plans are thoughtfully created and personalized by our nursing staff who then train our direct support professional staff on each plan. 💐

,

05/12/2026

Congratulations to Todd! 🎉 We’re proud to celebrate his achievement in completing the Influential Woman in American History certification through Montgomery College Workforce Development & Continuing Education. Way to go, Todd! Your commitment to learning and growth is inspiring! ✨