Penn-Mar Human Services

02/04/2026

Bill is making a difference: one cup of coffee at a time. ☕️ It's inspiring to see how he has combined his mission to advocate for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) with his love for coffee! ❤💪

Before session, I had the chance to stop by Denim Coffee with Bill for his Bill's Famous Coffee Tour ☕ Such a pleasure spending time with him before a busy session day!

His positivity and passion for connecting with others is infectious.

02/03/2026

Lara and Bill had an awesome day out in Harrisburg! Lara started her day with breakfast at a coffee shop, where she met two Pennsylvania Senators - Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill and Senator Devlin Robinson. Afterward, they visited the Pennsylvania state capital for a private tour with DSPs Lydia and Ashley!!

02/02/2026

Lara wanted photos with some of her friends, RJ and Dana, to keep with her at home while she was away for a month recovering from surgery. ❤️ Hoping happy reminders of fun times help make her time away a little easier!

Thanks to DSP Sarah for capturing these moments for Lara! 🤗

02/01/2026

No, it is NOT too cold for shaved ice!!❄️ David enjoyed a sweet treat break at Capitol City Mall with DSP Denise!

01/31/2026

Some of the friendliest faces at Penn-Mar North - Patty and DSP Billie Jo!! Anyone who knows Patty, knows she is always ready for a picture❤️

01/31/2026

Why is Penn-Mar’s mission important to Jeannine O'Mahony, PA Employment Supports Manager?

She loves "that you can take out the words 'with intellectual and developmental disabilities', and our mission pertains to every one of us. Aren’t we always encouraged to think outside the box and step out of our comfort zones to live our best lives?" ❤️

Learn more about Jeannine's job and her inspiring mindset here: https://ow.ly/FAvV50Y6BWA

01/30/2026

Donnie, Mervin, and Martin enjoyed a day in Hershey! One of the volunteers at the museum, Bruce, shared his wealth of knowledge on butterflies where they made some winged friends, and then they headed over to Hershey's Chocolate World! 🦋

Thanks DSP Denise for sharing!!

01/30/2026

CEO Greg Miller got coffee with Bill recently and got to see him in action promoting his mission! ☕️

This photo makes Greg look like an angel 😇, and that’s because he’s a really great man.

Meet Greg Miller, CEO of Penn-Mar Human Services. ☕️☕️ I receive services from Penn-Mar and I love to live my best life with them.

Today we did Coffee Cheers at Departure Coffee and enjoyed breakfast together. 🥐 Greg watched as I told customers about my mission, passed out business cards, and they all committed to not drink & drive.

01/29/2026

Upcoming Advocacy Events📢 Decisions regarding the PA and MD budgets are being discussed that directly affect people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the services they rely on every day. The good news is there are clear ways to show up and be heard.

Penn-Mar Advocacy Collective (PMAC) Virtual Training
📅Wednesday, February 11 @ 12:00 PM
Learn how the PA and MD legislative process works, how to share your story effectively, and how to advocate with confidence. Discuss current advocacy landscape and why voices like yours are so important right now!

Maryland Developmental Disabilities Day Virtual Event
📅Wednesday, February 18 @ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
A chance for MD self-advocates, families and team members to take part in virtual meetings with legislators to share the impact of their work and reinforce the need to restore full funding for the Low Intensity Support Services (LISS) Program.

Registration for both events: https://www.penn-mar.org/events/
For any questions, contact tinachansweenie@penn-mar.org

01/28/2026

Have you ever felt like no one understands you? Like you're doing everything you can to express yourself, but no one is hearing you?

This is what Saar Fanjoy experienced for much of her life. Being unable to communicate simple wants and needs left her feeling isolated and frustrated.

Assistive Technology (AT) completely transformed Saar's world. People no longer had to assume what Saar wanted — she could tell them herself! With the ability to communicate through AT, Saar gained confidence, independence, and a powerful new sense of self-advocacy. Check it out for yourself: https://ow.ly/BzCv50Y4WKa