Maryland’s new Eric’s ID Law grew out of a painful encounter that revealed how easily misunderstandings can occur when disabilities are not immediately visible. Eric Carpenter-Grantham, a young man with autism, was pulled over by police who misread his behavior [...]
Life Beyond 22: Building Pathways for Adults with Developmental Disabilities For many young people, turning 22 means becoming independent with college, careers, or new adventures. But for individuals with developmental disabilities, that milestone often marks the end of consistent support. [...]
DSP Appreciation Week is here, and we celebrate YOU! Richmond Community Services proudly celebrates DSP Appreciation Week from September 7 to September 13, 2025. This week is about honoring our incredible Direct Support Professionals, who are the heart and soul [...]
Celebrating a Lifesaving Public Health Triumph Each September, we observe Newborn Screening Awareness Month to acknowledge one of America's most significant public health successes: newborn screening. Every year, nearly 4 million babies born across the United States undergo newborn screening—about [...]
Paws, Love, and Therapy: National Dog Appreciation Day at Richmond Community Services On August 26, we join communities nationwide in celebrating National Dog Appreciation Day, a chance to reflect on the love, comfort, and companionship dogs bring into our lives. [...]
Woody Brown's debut novel highlights community, connection, and the voices too often left out of literature. In 2022, Woody Brown broke barriers as the first nonspeaking autistic student to graduate from UCLA. Now, he's preparing to make history again [...]
A Moment for Reflection and Action August 17 — National Nonprofit Day is more than just a date on the calendar. It's a call to recognize the shared values that fuel our collective work: empathy, generosity, and community. At [...]
Yesterday’s Richmond Community Services Annual Golf Outing was more than just a beautiful day on the green. It was a day where our community came together and made something incredible happen. From the early morning smiles of our volunteers, to [...]
Honoring a Modern Changemaker: Stacey Park Milbern and the Power of Disability Justice At Richmond Community Service, we celebrate advocates who use their voices and lived experiences to drive positive change. One such advocate, Stacey Park Milbern, has been honored [...]
The Power of Reading for Everyone August 9, 2025, marks National Book Lovers Day—a perfect time to celebrate the joy, power, and accessibility of reading for all people, including those with developmental disabilities. Books can be more than just a [...]
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