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Category: Clients

  1. Race and Mental Health

    Engaging in Cultural Humility The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) reports racial…
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  2. Support for Every Day

    J-Caring Receives More Than 1,200 Calls Annually Stephanie*, 65, has always been in good…
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  3. A Chance to Give Back

    At JSSA, we are honored to serve thousands of individuals and families every year in their…
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  4. My JSSA Story: Irena, A Transitions Client

    At 86 years old, Irena* is thoughtful, sharp, and social. A child of Eastern Europe, she can…
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    A volunteer from JSSA's Transitions program offers companionship to an elderly woman in a facility
  5. Providing Care at All Stages of Life

    At JSSA we empower our clients to overcome the obstacles they are facing in their lives. What…
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    JSSA helps individuals at all stages of life: children, adults, and seniors
  6. My JSSA Story: Emily, A Specialized Employment Services Client

    Emily* was earning money as a dog walker and self-published author when she was referred to…
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    JSSA Specialized Employment services helped a young woman with autism get a pharmacy technician job
  7. My JSSA Story: Jason, an Out and About! Participant

    Jason*, age 30, describes himself as a bit of a nerd. “I like comics, TV, games, movies,…
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    Young adult with special needs painting pottery with JSSA's Out and About social club
  8. Our JSSA Story: Mark and Rich, Adoption Options Clients

    Most first-time parents anticipate a few surprises and bumps in the road when bringing home a…
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    Same-sex couple thankful for smooth and well-managed adoption process at JSSA in Maryland