Dungarvin Inc.

10/15/2026

💙 💛 In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Pitolua Alesana-Sefo, a Program Coordinator in Washington, shared the following:

"Supporting someone with Down syndrome taught me so much. It wasn't always an easy job, but it was fun and rewarding.

I learned that people with Down syndrome experience happiness and other emotions, just like everyone else. Each person is different, and not everyone with Down syndrome behaves or learns the same way. We should be patient, recognize their abilities, give them opportunities to do things independently when they can and above all, respect their feelings.

The person I supported would always look forward to seeing me come on shift, and that meant so much to me. It made me feel like I was doing something right.

Sometimes, the greatest reward in caregiving isn't recognition or a “thank you;” It's knowing that your presence makes someone feel safe, happy and cared for. Showing up for them every day was one of the best feelings ever."

Thank you for sharing, Pitolua. We are so grateful to be given the incredible privilege to respect and respond to the choices of each person we support!

10/14/2026

The surprises were delivered, and now we can share with you! 🎁

Across the country, our hardworking and talented DSPs were celebrated in many ways during our annual DSP Appreciation Week: gift bags, boat tours, surprise visits, office celebrations, and much more. We didn’t want to spoil the surprise, so we are sharing some of those images with you now!

To our DSPS: We celebrate you each and every day of the year, and we’re so glad that you make it possible for the people we support to live their best, independent lives.
Thank you!

10/13/2026

The Arc Pikes Peak Region in Colorado has named Grady, a man supported by Dungarvin Colorado Host Home Services, “Achiever of the Year.” 🏅

The award honors people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities for showing determination to succeed. Grady will receive the award during The Arc’s Get in the Mix Dinner and Awards Celebration, Sept. 26.

Way to go, Grady! Dungarvin is so proud of you.

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/2wjnpe6s

10/13/2026

Christine Kosmatka, an Individual Finance and Billing Coordinator with Dungarvin Indiana, is celebrating her 10-year Milestone Anniversary with the organization.

She ensures that people served by Dungarvin receive and maintain the benefits they need and deserve. “It’s rewarding to know that the work I do supports people’s well-being and quality of life,” she said.

Congratulations, Christine! Thank you for your dedication to the people we serve.

Learn more about her here: https://tinyurl.com/rchskkxr

10/12/2026

Megan Zurawicz is known as a team member of Dungarvin Indiana with extensive knowledge who’s always willing to help her fellow colleagues. 🤝

She recently celebrated her 10-year Milestone Anniversary with the organization.
Dungarvin is lucky to have her on our team. Congratulations!

Learn more about Megan here: https://tinyurl.com/mr44fst9

10/10/2026

👉 "Taking time to honor this remarkable commitment reminds employees that their contributions truly matter," said Regional Director Julie Josephitis.

Recently, we had the privilege of celebrating our colleagues in Portage, IN and the incredible milestones achieved by loyal employees. Every year spent with us is significant – it means someone somewhere is able to receive the supports they need in order to live their life more independently.

Read more about the special event here: https://bit.ly/4yKwEdc

10/09/2026

Please join us in celebrating Mabel Massaquoi and Sonja Pirmantgen for being selected as finalists in the ARRM Cares 2026 Awards! 🎈

These Minnesota-specific awards recognize professionals who demonstrate a commitment to providing quality services to people living with disabilities. During the gathering, several colleagues spoke about the women and the amazing ways they carry out Dungarvin’s mission of “respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports.”

Congratulations to Mabel and Sonja for this important honor! We are so proud of you.

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/43v9hjh7

10/08/2026

Although Healthy Aging Month came and went in September, Dungarvin wants to remind everyone how important it is to consider our physical, mental/emotional and social health as we grow older. 🫂

This is true for everyone, including those with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, whom we provide supports.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4zlKfaH

Organization supports individuals to age with good physical, mental and social health.

10/08/2026

📢 Around the country, Dungarvin supports individuals with disabilities to find meaningful employment.

So, in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we want to share this inspiring story about Andrew, who received support from our Oregon team and landed a job he really loves.

Congratulations, Andrew!

Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/49fhfwr2

10/06/2026

Dungarvin Connecticut’s recently completed the expansion of its Merritt Day Program in Wallingford! 🥳

It's now able to serve more people and offer a wider variety of activities, aligning with Dungarvin’s mission to respect and respond to the choices of people in need of supports.

Read about it here: https://tinyurl.com/y53nsdkm