At D&S, we are lucky to work with some amazing individuals. Today, we are taking time out to shine the spotlight on one of our very own superstars. Dameion (D-Boy Dynasty) began dabbling in Christian rap in 1995 and sings at Cross Roads Church the first Sunday of each month at the morning service.  His favorite scripture is John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life". When he is not creating … [Read more...]

D&S has recently embarked on a training initiative to provide home managers with a variety of tools, information and skills which are designed to enhance their leadership and management abilities. Home managers have a challenging responsibility.  They are responsible for managing day to day activities related to providing a safe, secure and comfortable home for the people we support.  That is huge!  I mean, when we think about ‘managing’ our own personal homes, the list is endless.  … [Read more...]

As a Placement Coordinator for D&S Community Services, I am often called by parents, guardians and caregivers who simply need help figuring out where to start. They are looking for a group home, foster care/family model home, or in-home support for their loved one with an intellectual and/or developmental disability. They know they need the help, or should at least start thinking about it, but have no idea how to get started. I often explain to parents that even if your loved one or family … [Read more...]