Emory Valley Center

01/16/2026

📢 Administrative Office Closure 📢

Emory Valley Center’s Administrative Office will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

We join in honoring Dr. King’s legacy of service, equality, and community. We will reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday, January 20th.

01/15/2026

Opportunity to Partner: Help Us Share Important Information with Families

Emory Valley Center is seeking community partners to help distribute information about the Freedom for Family Caregiver Act—an important step forward for families providing long-term care to loved ones.

This act removes barriers that previously prevented family members from being hired by provider agencies under certain Medicaid waiver programs. By allowing family caregivers to be compensated for the care they are already providing at home, this program can help reduce the need for housing placements—especially at a time when safe, affordable, and accessible housing options are limited, and in-home support services are in high demand.

Through this opportunity, families can receive training, resources, and fair compensation, empowering them to continue caring for their loved ones while being recognized in a role similar to a Direct Support Professional.

As parent Tanya Brown shares:
“Being a paid caregiver for my son has helped us grow and thrive together. It has helped provide stability and a lifeline that has been a blessing.”

When they say “it takes a village,” they truly mean it. By working together, we can ensure families in our communities understand this opportunity and the positive impact it can have. We believe we can be that village. 💚

If you are a family interested in providing supports to your family member, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about this opportunity.

If you’re interested in collaborating, spreading the word, or exploring this option for your own family, we’d love to connect.

📧 Contact Crystal Hicks at crystal.hicks@evcmail.org
or Melanie Stanley at melanie.stanley@evcmail.org
Together, we can support families, strengthen our communities, and create meaningful change.

01/14/2026

🎉 January Work Anniversaries! 🎉

We are so grateful for each of you and the impact you make every day at Emory Valley Center. 💚

Thank you for your hard work, passion, and years of service. Your dedication helps make our mission possible and our workplace stronger.

Please join us in congratulating our January work anniversaries and helping us say thank you for being such an important part of the Emory Valley family! 👏✨

01/13/2026

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday to Our January Stars! 🎂🎉

We want to wish a very Happy Birthday to all of our amazing Emory Valley staff members celebrating birthdays in January! 🥳

Thank you for the compassion, dedication, and joy you bring to our mission every day. We hope your birthday month is filled with happiness and celebration! 🎈

Join us in sending warm birthday wishes to our January birthday crew! 💚🎉

01/12/2026

🎉 Emory Valley Center would like to congratulate the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce 2025 ExtraORdinary Award Winners! 🎉

We’re proud to celebrate the individuals and organizations who make our community stronger through leadership, innovation, and service. Please join us in congratulating this year’s honorees:

🏆 Ambassador of the Year – Don Scardami, Graphic Creations
🏆 Small Business of the Year – Calamity's Coffee ☕
🏆 Large Business of the Year – Kairos Power
🏆 Nonprofit of the Year – American Museum of Science & Energy
🏆 Entrepreneur of the Year – Alec Fritts, United Branding Supply
🏆 Community Impact Award – Consolidated Nuclear Security (CNS Y-12)
🏆 Kerry Trammell Volunteer of the Year – Carl Ward, Advanced Communications Inc.
🏆 Eugene L. Joyce Lifetime Achievement Award – D. Ray Smith, Historian

Thank you for your leadership and dedication to our community—congratulations to all on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🌟

01/10/2026

The Emory Valley Operations Team is officially trading winter coats for spring vibes! 🌸😎

Great news — the Movement for All Virtual 5K has been moved to this spring, and that means more sunshine, more smiles, and more reasons to get moving! 🌞👟

This event is for everyone — every pace, every ability, every way you choose to move. Walk it, roll it, jog it, dance it… just move with us! 💚

👉 Sign up today and be part of the movement:
https://pci.jotform.com/form/252456199475066

Let’s welcome spring the Emory Valley way — together, inclusive, and full of movement! 🌷💪

01/09/2026

🤝 Emory Valley Center is always looking to partner with great local businesses that value hard work, reliability, and teamwork.

🌟 What a business gains when they hire inclusively:
• ✅ Reliable and consistent employees they can count on
• 📈 Employees who are motivated to learn and grow within their business
• 😊 Positive contributions to team morale and workplace culture
• 🌍 A workforce that reflects their community and values
• ⭐ A stronger, more inclusive reputation with customers and staff

🛠️ Our program offers support every step of the way, including job coaching and follow-up, to ensure a smooth transition for both the new employee and the employer.

💙 Hiring a person with a disability is a powerful way to strengthen your team while giving someone the opportunity to grow and contribute to their community. Many of our business partners have found these employees to be dependable, motivated, and proud of the work they do.

📣 Thank you for helping spread the word about inclusive employment — it could make a real difference for someone who’s ready to work and learn.

🔗 Know a business that would make a great partner? Submit them using the link below:
https://form.jotform.com/253035248262049

🎥 Want to learn more about employment services? Check out this video:

https://youtu.be/0D6Y2BritRU

Please click the link to complete this form.

01/08/2026

Join us in supporting the Oak Ridge Lions Club as they collect food for Brysonn’s Closet this Saturday!

The food pantry is in need of:
🥫 Canned meats
🥕 Vegetables & fruits
🍲 Soups and ready-to-serve meals
🌾 Dry goods
👌 Easy-to-open items (pop-top cans appreciated!)

Your donations help provide essential food items to local families and make a meaningful impact in our community.

A special thank you to our wonderful board member Dr. Bob Smallridge for his continued leadership, generosity, and support of efforts like this. We’re grateful to serve alongside such dedicated community champions!

If you’re able, please consider donating and helping us spread the word. Together, we can make a difference!

The food pantry can use canned meats, vegetables, and fruits; soups; ready-to-serve meals; dry goods; and easy to open items. Pop-top cans appreciated. See link below ⬇️
bit.ly/3LiX8z4

01/06/2026

🌟 Internship Opportunities at Emory Valley Center! 🌟

Looking to gain hands-on experience while making a real difference? Emory Valley Center is excited to offer internship opportunities for individuals who want to learn, grow, and give back to their community.

Why Intern with EVC?
• Gain meaningful, real-world experience
• Learn alongside supportive staff and mentors
• Develop valuable skills while making an impact
• Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven organization

If you or someone you know would like to learn more or apply, please contact:
Megan Miller
📧 megan.miller@evcmail.com

Join us as we empower individuals and help build brighter futures—one internship at a time! 💚

01/05/2026

💚 We’re Hiring at Emory Valley Center! 💚

Looking for a job that truly makes a difference? At Emory Valley Center, your work has purpose. Every day, our team supports individuals and families in reaching their fullest potential—and we’d love for you to be part of that mission.

✨ Now Hiring for the Following Positions:
• Direct Support Professional (Full-Time, Part-Time & Peak Shifts)
• Floater at Learning Center
• Substitute Teacher
• Assistant Teacher
• Home Manager
• Program Specialist
• Accreditation Specialist
• Facilities Clerk
• Facilities Property Clerk / Manager

When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job—you’re building a meaningful career with impact, growth, and heart.

📲 Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us continue creating brighter futures together.

To apply please visit our website: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/ff0f0f28-1e08-49df-920d-3ca8b4d8799c/Emory-Valley-Center-Inc

01/02/2026

✨ National Motivation & Inspiration Day ✨

Today is a great reminder to pause, reflect, and lift one another up. Motivation and inspiration can come from many places—a kind word, a shared goal, or the impact we make in someone else’s life.

Let today be a spark to keep moving forward, believe in yourself, and encourage those around you. Together, we can inspire positive change and make a difference every day. 💚

01/01/2026

🎉✨ Happy New Year from all of us at Emory Valley Center! ✨🎉

We hope 2026 brings you exciting opportunities, prosperity, and endless joy. Here’s to a bright year ahead!