Category Archives: Impact Stories

Delores’ Story!

Posted on December 16th, 2024

Meet Delores, a resilient, family-oriented woman whose life has been transformed with the help of Service Coordination, Inc.

Family is everything to Delores. With four children, ten grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, they are her world. But in 2020, life presented new challenges. Living alone became difficult after a hip injury and vision loss in her right eye due to glaucoma.…

ASHLEIGH’S Story!

Posted on November 12th, 2024

Through SCI’s Coordination of Community Services (CCS), Ashleigh’s life took a transformative turn. Living in an area that no longer felt safe, Ashleigh expressed her need for a new environment closer to her father, where she could find comfort and support. Sensing the urgency, her Service Coordinator worked tirelessly to secure a new home just miles from her father’s residence.…

Yuberky’s Story!

Posted on September 18th, 2024

Yuberky is a 45-year-old woman, who resides in the Baltimore City area of Maryland with her family. At a young age, Yuberky was diagnosed with a severe intellectual disability and developmental disorder of speech and language. As a result, Yuberky has depended on support from her family, friends, and care team to meet her daily needs.  

Since meeting her Support

Genet’s Story

Posted on July 31st, 2024

In 2022 Genet was a proud homeowner living in Silver Spring, Maryland. She thrived in the dynamic field of IT as a senior professional. Outside of work Genet enjoyed pampering herself, by visiting salons, going to social events and gathering with her family.  She loved spoiling her nieces and nephews with gifts and taking them to parks and other fun

Eric’s Story

Posted on March 14th, 2024

Eric is 56 years old. He was born in Washington, D.C., but now lives in the northern part of Prince George’s County. Eric is a good-hearted person who enjoys helping others. He describes himself as a family man, with two sisters, three grown children, and a few grandchildren.

Eric enjoys listening to music, mostly Gospel and Rhythm and Blues (R&B) …

Quanetta’s Story

Posted on February 12th, 2024

In this story of resilience and determination, Quanetta’s triumph over obstacles paints a vivid picture of advocacy, support, and success. Battling muscular dystrophy, Quanetta faced the challenge of making her living space safer and more accessible, relying on her caregiver and daughter for basic needs. Little did she know that her journey would become a beacon of inspiration for others

Bridgette’s Story

Posted on January 23rd, 2024

Bridgette has always enjoyed being involved in her community. In high school, she was a member of both the marching band and drill team. One of her favorite past times was baby-sitting children in the neighborhood, she still receives visits from some of those children today. She went on to have a daughter of her own in 1983. Bridgette has

Marie’s Story 

Posted on November 8th, 2023

 

Marie’s Story

Marie has many distinct qualities. She’s quiet, but she’s also a spitfire. She is small in stature but grand in personality. Marie speaks her mind and knows exactly what she wants and likes. One of the things she loves is her home. It is full of framed photographs of her three daughters, their spouses, grandchildren, and nieces

Matthew’s Story

Posted on September 29th, 2023

Matthew’s Story

Nobody can forget Matthew after meeting him. Standing at 7’2” tall, Matthew has a towering presence and an unforgettable personality.

Matthew lives on his own in his apartment in Montgomery County, Maryland — and it’s truly his castle. Matthew’s home is filled with things that bring him joy , like pictures of his family and figurines of his

Douglas’ Story

Posted on September 29th, 2023

Douglas’ Story

Douglas, an SCI person supported, and his mother, share a home in Howard County through the Housing Choice Voucher Program and recently discovered they were facing an eviction. Very little information was available regarding why this was occurring, and they need needed immediate assistance.

SCI’s Service Coordinator (CCS) Sean and CCS Supervisor Alison quickly developed a plan and …