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Shining the Spotlight on our very own Superstar!

December 1, 2017 by Meghan Sylvester

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 music with his friends, Dameion referees basketball and football and recently traveled to Austin to talk to legislators about not cutting funding for the services he receives.

While he admits to loving sweet tea, Dameion likes to eats healthy, especially salads and fruits.

He invites everyone to visit Cross Road Christian Church in Grand Prairie…and, if you time it just right, you may be able to see D-Boy Dynasty in action!

Three cheers to Dameion!!

What’s new in Training?

November 1, 2017 by dsadmin

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 […]

Thank you to all of our newly promoted staff members!

October 2, 2017 by dsadmin

When we think about all the work being done to provide outstanding services in our industry, it makes us appreciate all of our employees even more. There are many industries out there that may be able to offer a higher wage or provide other benefits that, in a Medicaid business, we just cannot afford. The […]

D&S is now a preferred provider of ECF services in Tennessee

October 5, 2016 by staff

What is ECF? ECF is a wonderful new program offered to eligible residents of Tennessee and stands for Employment and Community First CHOICES, ECF is a program that will allow Tennessee to become the first state in the country to develop and implement an integrated, home and community based services program. It will align incentives […]

Special Needs Kids and Bullying … What you Need to Know.

September 14, 2016 by staff

With school back in full swing, it’s a good time to be aware of potential bullying. Unfortunately, no child is immune from bullying. Children with disabilities …such as physical, developmental, emotional, intellectual and sensory disabilities—are at an increased risk of being bullied. There are a number of factors such as physical vulnerability, social skill challenges, […]

One of our own, D&S’ Charlie Simpkins enjoyed Olympic glory in Barcelona

September 4, 2016 by staff

With a hop, a skip and a powerful leap, Charlie Simpkins soared to Olympic glory 24 years ago in Spain. He earned a silver medal in the triple jump in the Summer Games, which were held in Barcelona. Simpkins’ best effort there was 57 feet, 9 inches. “Of course I wanted the gold, but I […]

D&S Community Services Proud to be a Premier, Full Service HCS Provider

September 4, 2016 by staff

D&S Community Services is proud to be a premier, full-service HCS provider in Texas. Our excellent person-centered services and supports are what sets us apart • HCS • ICF •TxHmL We care. Our compassionate caregivers are one reason families choose D&S for their loved ones’ services. From our direct care staff to our nurses and […]

BACK TO SCHOOL WITH A TWIST

August 16, 2016 by staff

Going back to school has a slightly different meaning for Chris Ray, Wesley Ransone, Wade Koehn, and Shawn Clopton. This fab four will be returning to college, Texas A&M University to be exact. They are excited, anxious, and ready to roll but there is just one caveat … they are going back to work at […]

Above and Beyond the Call of Duty

August 5, 2016 by staff

Quick action and keeping a level head during a disaster was exactly what Ann Benford did in the face of the Memorial Day floods that hit Brenham, Texas. Ann is a Direct Support Professional who provides care for four gentlemen in Brenham. Although the storms were predicted, Ann had no idea that water was building […]

Charlie’s Paws

July 25, 2016 by staff

Meet Charlie . . . She’s an entrepreneur, an innovator, talented, generous, caring, and above all, a DOG LOVER! Her love of dogs led her on this extraordinary journey. It all started when Charlie began volunteering at the local dog shelter where she met Stacey and Easton — a brother and sister shepherd mix who […]