Devereux in the News

Devereux Pocono Program Supervisor Addis Greene leads by example. She always tries to think about the big picture, works to understand the perspectives of others, and encourages personal and professional growth. Learn how she is embedding an inclusive, Servant Leadership mindset into her daily processes.

Devereux’s 2023 Thomas Donovan Culture of Caring Award recipients are compassionate and collaborative caregivers, committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the children, adolescents and adults they serve.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do – and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Connecticut – The Glenholme School Senior Licensed Practical Nurse Justin Veilleux is serving and inspiring others every day.

At Devereux, we are committed to helping the children, adolescents and adults in our care thrive and succeed in life. Recently, an adult who receives services through Devereux Pocono wrote a letter, expressing her gratitude to Assistant Manager Stacia Gabbidon for providing the best possible support.

Today, the Devereux Center for Effective Schools launched a new podcast, titled “Not Your Average School Psychologist.” The podcast aims to provide a resource for school psychologists to learn about evidence-based practices from a behavioral perspective.

Devereux recently presented its 2023 Supervisory Excellence Award to 12 direct care supervisors across the organization who demonstrate Servant Leadership – every day – through their actions and interactions.

At Devereux, our direct care team members continuously put others before themselves, delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children, adolescents and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Today, Devereux has opened the Devereux Day Academy – Audubon, an Approved Private School, in Lower Providence Township, Pennsylvania.

During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in September, Devereux is joining other organizations in spreading the word about actions we can all take to provide help, healing and hope to those who are struggling.

Devereux Georgia recently received basketball and fitness equipment as a recipient of the Atlanta Hawks Foundation’s Project Rebound initiative.

Watch this KEYT-TV report on the Goleta Dam Dinner, spotlighting Devereux California’s greenhouse vocational program. Adults enrolled in the program recently created 50 succulent centerpieces for the city of Goleta’s annual benefit dinner at the Lake Los Carneros Dam.

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island’s occupational therapy (OT) internship program helps prepare Massachusetts college students for entry-level school-based and psychosocial OT positions.

At Devereux, we are committed to providing our team members with the tools, resources and support they need to take their careers to new heights. To expand the options and advancement opportunities at every level of the organization, and at every career stage, Devereux’s new ASCEND Career Accelerator Program offers a variety of enriching career tracks for all positions.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do – and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux New Jersey Program Director Tasheika Roberts is serving and inspiring others every day.

Since he first began receiving services through Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services in 2013, Tim has been building skills for success. In 2023, Tim, who is enrolled in the Devereux School for Integrated Learning, celebrated his one-year anniversary of employment, working as a customer service associate at a Wawa convenience store in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

Devereux TCV Community Services Community Housing Manager Mubarik Ismaeli strives to create a compassionate and empathetic environment for the individuals he serves. Learn how he helps both individuals and staff feel safe, accepted and fully supported.

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services recently launched a new residential treatment program for youth who are living with emotional and behavioral challenges and require intensive services.

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island recently enhanced its school library, creating a calm and comfortable space for students to read and check out books. In addition to many new book titles geared toward students’ interests, the library now features bean bag chairs and pillows, a white noise machine that plays soothing sounds, decorative plants and updated lighting.

An article written by Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, was recently featured in Autism Spectrum News. In the article – “Creating a summer routine: Enriching (and fun!) activities for children with disabilities” – Kelly offers activities for families to incorporate into their summer calendar to provide structure, a sense of stability – and fun.

If you are looking to create a summer routine for your child, Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, offers enriching – and fun – activities for families of children with disabilities.

Golfers recently hit the greens to raise critical funds to support children, adolescents and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences served by Devereux.

Devereux is a proud behavioral healthcare leader for the LGBTQ community. Listen as Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical and Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., discusses ways to best support LGBTQ youth, adults, and create safe spaces to help these individuals thrive, on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast.

Devereux’s new ASCEND Career Accelerator Program provides team members with the support and financial assistance they need to advance their careers and make an even greater impact in our communities and in the lives of others. To help ease the burden of continuing education and student loan debt, this best-in-class program offers tuition/certification assistance and student loan repayment benefits.

Devereux New York Registered Nurse Kevin Dineen embeds an inclusive, Servant Leadership mindset into his daily processes by collaborating with colleagues and being an active listener. Learn how he supports and inspires his team.

Devereux Connecticut – The Glenholme School Dean of Student Services Morgan Fulks, M.Ed., recently shared how to best meet the unique learning needs of students living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do – and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux California Direct Support Professional Chris Niro is serving and inspiring others every day.

Born and raised in Jamaica, Olanzer Cameron has always had a passion for working with children. In 2022, Cameron embarked on his journey with Devereux, and now serves as a teacher at Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Devereux Pocono was recently awarded a $5,000 grant from The John and Helen Villaume Foundation to support the center’s adult day programs.

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island’s Center for Autism Resources and Education Services (CARES) recently hosted a police appreciation brunch to provide students living with autism spectrum disorder and other intellectual and developmental disabilities an opportunity to learn from, and socialize with, local police officers.

Devereux Arizona is thrilled to announce that its Transition Age Youth outpatient program in Maricopa received a “Center of Excellence” designation from Arizona Complete Health.

Read this National Public Radio (NPR) WMFE-FM report spotlighting the expansion of Devereux Florida’s mobile crisis unit. Orange County Commissioners recently approved a more than $900,000 grant, allowing Devereux to expand its mobile crisis unit, which provides on-the-spot mental health services to individuals (up to age 24) in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties.

Everyone deals with stressful situations at some point in their lives. Being able to adapt to those situations requires resilience. The Devereux Center for Resilient Children offers a five-week Resiliency Challenge to help adults learn how to “bounce back” from misfortune or change.

More than 50 emerging leaders from across Devereux – selected as Servant Leadership and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Champions/Champions-in-Training – recently gathered for the organization’s two-day Servant Leadership and DEIB Champions Conference.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do – and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Georgia Principal Sherry McKenzie is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Connecticut – The Glenholme School Facilities Director CJ Kersten strives to lead by example and serve as a role model for new employees. Learn how he goes above and beyond to meet the needs of his team and his center.

Devereux is thrilled to announce that Senior Director of Administration Rich Rinaldi, MBA, PMP, was selected as the winner of “The Leadership Award” during the 3^rd Annual Philadelphia Admin Awards.

Since he first began working at a Wawa convenience store in Augusta, New Jersey, in October 2022, Mark Toman, who receives services through Devereux New Jersey, has made a positive impact on his customers, colleagues and store operations.

Listen as Devereux Executive Director of Autism Services Todd Harris, Ph.D., discusses how the organization meets the unique needs of children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast.

Students who participate in the equestrian program at Devereux Connecticut – The Glenholme School are improving their self-confidence and building essential life skills at a gallop.

Devereux has announced that President and CEO Carl E. Clark II has named Daniel Bailey, M.A., executive director of Devereux Connecticut – The Glenholme School. As executive director, Bailey will oversee the day-to-day operational, educational, clinical and administrative functions of the Washington, Connecticut-based boarding and day school for students with social, emotional and academic challenges.

High school students at Devereux Georgia are becoming work-ready by acquiring valuable job and life skills through two national certification programs: ServSafe and Guest Service Gold.

An article written by Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, and Devereux Florida Clinical Director Emily Garten, LCSW, was recently featured in Behavioral Health News. The article – “The impact of stigmatizing language from family and clinical perspectives” – discusses the importance of eliminating stigmatizing language to ensure individuals facing mental health challenges receive the care and support they need.

Devereux was recently named an “Honorable Mention” in Ragan Communications’ Employee Communications Awards in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment category.

Devereux Arizona Accounts Receivable Specialist Team Lead Kagen Leva was 37 years old when he came out as transgender. Leva, who was working at Devereux Pennsylvania’s Children’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services center (now Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services) at the time, describes it as a “sudden realization.”

In this video, take a virtual tour of Devereux Connecticut – The Glenholme School’s E³ Transition Program. The E³ program, which stands for Emerge, Expand and Evolve, helps young adults learn essential life skills, achieve greater independence and lead productive lives. The program offers classes on a variety of topics, including daily living skills, social interactions, money management, culinary arts and more.

The PLEA Agency, a nonprofit mental health and education provider offering treatment, care and community-based services to individuals living with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges, has announced it will become an affiliate of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do – and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services Food Service Specialist Margaret Wilson is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Florida Foster Care Licensing Supervisor Stacy Lewis always strives to meet the unique needs of the foster and adoptive families she serves. Learn how delivers the highest quality customer service at her center.

With support from a $60,000 grant from All Points North Foundation, the Devereux Center for Effective Schools has helped to successfully implement the Second Step social and emotional learning curriculum in five middle schools in Montgomery County, including Stewart Middle School.

In 1972, fresh out of college with a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education, and a desire to support students with disabilities, Doug Bitner accepted a position at Devereux Pennsylvania. In 2022, Bitner, who now works part time as a training specialist at Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services, celebrated 50 years with the organization.

At Devereux, we strive to help the children, adolescents and adults in our care live their best possible lives. Recently, a youth who completed specialized behavioral health treatment at Devereux Florida wrote a letter to team members, thanking them for their support, and for helping him grow – and thrive.

At Devereux, we are honoring our approximately 200 nurses and 200 teachers who make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children, adolescents and adults they serve.

Devereux has announced the launch of its new ASCEND Career Accelerator program to help advance the careers and support the vocations of its nearly 6,500 dedicated team members across the U.S.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Learn common warning signs of mental illness in youth and adults, as well as coping techniques to help you strengthen your well-being and resilience.

Youth at Devereux Georgia are learning the importance of self-care. Once a month, they have the opportunity to visit the on-campus salon to get their hair professionally washed, cut and blow dried.

In this video, Gwen Eaton shares how Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island helped her son, Danny, overcome emotional and behavioral health challenges, learn valuable life and social skills, and become a thriving member of his local community.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do – and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Texas Lead Youth Care Professional Oscar Lazo Moreno is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Pennsylvania – Adult Services Receptionist Linda Long inspires others by being a good listener and showing kindness and respect. Learn how she creates a welcoming environment for all those who walk through the doors.

Listen as Samantha VanAlstyne, who receives services through Devereux New York, discusses her children’s book titled, “Hi, I’m Sam,” on WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s Roundtable program. VanAlstyne’s book about her journey with cerebral palsy aims to raise awareness and promote inclusion for individuals with disabilities.

Listen as Devereux Georgia Clinical Director Amy Waldron, LPC, BCBA, discusses the center’s programs and services on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast. Waldron explains how the center utilizes individual, family and group therapy, as well as recreational therapy, to help youth thrive.

Devereux Connecticut – The Glenholme School Music Teacher William Toy recently shared how music can have a significant and positive impact on students living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) Preschool, 2nd edition earned the top ranking in a recent study examining the characteristics of commonly used early childhood assessments and their effectiveness for identifying preschool students who need social, emotional and behavioral support. The study, titled “Universal Screening in Early Childhood Populations: A Systemic Review,” was published in the journal, Perspectives on Early Childhood Psychology and Education.

Devereux Center for Effective Schools doctoral intern Mawule Sevon, M.A., NCSP, BCBA, was recently selected as Devereux’s 2023 Savin Scholar Award recipient for her research study examining the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on preschoolers.

Patricia Armellini, who receives services through Devereux Pennsylvania, wears many hats in her day-to-day life. She is a dog owner, artist and retail employee. Patricia says Devereux Pennsylvania’s Community Adult Autism Partnership Program has taught her essential job, life and social skills, and helped her secure and maintain meaningful employment.

Devereux has announced that Christy Barr, M.S., has been selected as vice president and chief pharmacy officer. In this role, Barr will lead Devereux’s enterprise-wide strategy related to pharmacy operations and medication management services across the organization’s continuum of care.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do – and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pocono Assistant Residential Manager Andrea Lindsay is serving and inspiring others every day.

In this Devereux video, President and CEO Carl E. Clark II speaks with Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rhea Fernandes, Psy.D., and Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical and Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., about part of Devereux’s strategy – related to having industry-leading programs and services.

Saul Monaloy was a senior in high school when he began writing poetry. Influenced and inspired by the rock band, Rush, Saul used his newfound talent to express everything he was feeling at the time – confusion and loneliness, as well as hopefulness and love.

Devereux Pennsylvania – Children’s Services Facilities Manager Elie Daniel practices Servant Leadership by ensuring everyone on his team feels valued and supported. Learn how he encourages personal and professional growth.

Students at Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island are strengthening their social skills and building positive and healthy relationships with others through the center’s “Building Connections” program.

Devereux Arizona recently collaborated with the University of Arizona Southwest Institute for Research on Women and the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation to provide health education, as well as mental and behavioral health services for LGBTQ youth.

Students who sit on Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s National Youth Advisory Council (DYAC) are making their voices heard and providing feedback about the educational services they receive through the organization.

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is raising awareness about the importance of inclusion for children, adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities, and celebrating the unique strengths and vital contributions of these individuals.

Today, Devereux will open the Devereux Day Academy, an Approved Private School, in Landenberg, Pennsylvania. Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services’ Devereux Day Academy will offer a high quality, innovative special education program for students with disabilities in grades K-8.

The Falberg family recently sponsored a food truck to thank Devereux California staff for providing their loved one, Terry Falberg, with care and support for more than 60 years.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do – and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island Special Education Teacher Rama Sisay is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Texas People Operations Manager Kimberly Llacuna embeds Servant Leadership into her everyday processes by placing service first and foremost in her leadership philosophy. Learn how she is contributing to the organization’s mission.

Devereux has announced that President and CEO Carl E. Clark II has named Nadyia Abbas, M.A., CGAS, LMHC, LADC-I, executive director of Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, whose daughter, Annie, has autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities shares her journey with autism and navigating systems of care on the #AnswerMyCall podcast.

Devereux Pennsylvania — Adult Services Executive Director Christopher Betts, M.A., was recently selected to serve on the Pennsylvania Joint State Government Commission’s Advisory Committee on the Delivery of State Services Relating to Autism, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

February is Recreational Therapy Month. Learn how Devereux is using recreational activities and programs to help those living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences acquire new skills, boost their self-confidence and improve their quality of life.

The holidays are over, but the memories remain of a special season filled with joy and gratitude for youth served by Devereux Pennsylvania. Through Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services’ “Operation Santa” program, community supporters, as well as center staff and their families, donated hundreds of toys to help fulfill the holiday wish lists - and more - of approximately 300 children and adolescents living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

An article written by Devereux National Director of Behavioral Health Services Crystal Taylor-Dietz, Psy.D., and Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, was recently featured in Behavioral Health News. The article - “The integral role of families in promoting mental health and managing mental illness” - discusses the importance of family engagement in behavioral health treatment.

Adults who receive services through Devereux New Jersey - who also sit on the center’s Advisory Board for individuals served - have an opportunity to make their voices heard and share their personal experiences on the services they receive.

An article written by Devereux team members on supporting teens and adults with disabilities in becoming self-advocates was recently featured in Autism Spectrum News. The article includes interviews with three individuals who are enrolled in Devereux Pennsylvania’s Community Adult Autism Partnership Program as they offer tips on how to ensure your voice is heard.

Devereux New Jersey Direct Support Professional/Lead Staff Nacole Moore leads by example and is always ready and willing to lend a helping hand. Learn how she is inspiring all those around her.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Arizona Nursing Manager Tammy Maguire is serving and inspiring others every day.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article written by Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, as she offers suggestions on how to advocate for those who are nonspeaking or limited in their verbal communication.

Adults who participate in Devereux California’s greenhouse vocational program are gaining more than a green thumb, they are cultivating critical job and life skills to help them increase their independence and enhance their overall quality of life.

In this Devereux video, President and CEO Carl E. Clark II speaks with Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rhea Fernandes, Psy.D., and Senior Vice President and Chief Safety and Risk Officer Kelsey Lawson, JD, about Devereux’s efforts to pursue accreditation with Praesidium, a global leader in abuse risk management.

At Devereux, we are proud to assist businesses and organizations that need training and consulting services in a variety of areas. Recently, Devereux provided consulting services to Catholic Guardian Services to help strengthen the business performance of the New York nonprofit’s Family Counseling and Wellness Center.

Approximately 300 guests gathered at the historic Normandy Farm in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, for Devereux’s Wine and Dine event to raise critical funds for children, adolescents and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences. The event generated nearly $200,000 to benefit the individuals Devereux serves in southeastern Pennsylvania.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux New York Transition/Vocational Coordinator Paul DelCampo is serving and inspiring others every day.

The holidays can be a stressful time - even for children. Often, feelings of frustrating can lead to challenging behaviors. Listen as Devereux Center for Resilient Children (DCRC) Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist and National Trainer Rachel Wagner, MSW, explains how the FLIP IT strategy can help transform challenging behaviors in children on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast.

Read this Orlando Family Magazine article featuring Devereux Florida Foster Care Licensing Supervisor Stacy Lewis as she discusses the benefits and rewards of fostering a child or permanently welcoming them into your home through adoption.

Read this UpJourney article featuring Devereux Center for Resilient Children (DCRC) Director Susan Damico as she offers tips to stop putting unnecessary stress on yourself. Damico suggests you can 1) create a “one day at a time” to-do list; 2) give yourself a time out; and 3) take a rest. Note: Damico’s section can be found about halfway into the article.

Devereux has announced that President and CEO Carl E. Clark II has selected Eric Eberman, M.S.Ed., as executive director of Devereux New Jersey. As executive director, Eberman will oversee the care and treatment of more than 300 children and adults, annually, who are living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Youth enrolled in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) programs across Devereux recently participated in a poster contest to assist them in better understanding and utilizing DBT skills. DBT, a form of cognitive behavioral therapy, is designed to help individuals manage their emotions and behaviors more effectively.

Lorraine Clark credits Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island with helping her son, Mario, develop effective coping skills, learn how to advocate for himself and achieve success.

Devereux recently released its 2021 annual report, which includes information about our commitment to quality and safety, and the Devereux Family Standard.

The Devereux Center for Effective Schools (CES) was recently awarded a $60,000 grant from All Points North Foundation to introduce a social-emotional learning (SEL) program in middle schools in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pennsylvania - Adult Services Program Specialist Julie Riggs is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Colorado and Texas schools were recently named 2022 Cognia “Schools of Distinction.” Cleo Wallace Academy in Westminster, Colorado, and The Devereux School in League, City, Texas, earned the recognition based on the results of their Cognia accreditation reviews.

Business is blossoming at The Shops at Devereux’s Daisy Shop. To better meet customers’ needs, the full-service floral shop, part of Devereux Pennsylvania - Adult Services’ vocational training program, recently launched a new website.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health recently consolidated its national offices in southeastern Pennsylvania to its Villanova campus.

Listen as Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., discusses sex and labor trafficking of children, and how to recognize the risk factors and warning signs, on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast.

Recently, Devereux President Emeritus Ronald P. Burd visited Devereux California to meet with Executive Director Amy Evans, tour the campus and learn about current programs and services. Following his visit, Burd wrote a note to Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark II, reflecting on the progress that has been made since he first stepped foot on the California campus in 1984.

Compassionate caregivers, tireless advocates and visionary leaders - Devereux recently presented its 2022 Supervisory Excellence Award to 14 direct care supervisors across the organization who embody these qualities and serve as a shining example to all those around them.

Amy Sieberer, whose 20-year-old son, Jason, is enrolled in a residential program at the Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services center, uses poetry as an outlet to express her thoughts and feelings about her family’s journey with disabilities, and as a way to let other parents and caregivers know they are not alone.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Colorado Assistant Program Supervisor Nicole Castagneri is serving and inspiring others every day.

An article written by Devereux Pennsylvania Community Adult Autism Partnership Program (CAAPP) Clinical Coordinator Kate Langston-Rooney, M.Ed., BCBA, Devereux Pennsylvania CAAPP Psychologist Kara Constantine, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA, and Devereux Executive Director of Autism Services Todd Harris, Ph.D., was recently featured in Autism Spectrum News.

Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rhea Fernandes, Psy.D., recently received the Chestnut Hill College Department of Professional Psychology Alumnae Award for Distinguished Career Achievement.

Watch this WFMZ-TV report spotlighting the heartwarming homecoming of Devereux National Director of Quality Improvement Samantha Landeck’s husband, U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Karl Michael Landeck, who spent the past year in Kuwait on his fifth and final tour overseas. Landeck surprised his 6-year-old son at Owatin Creek Elementary School in Exeter Township, Pennsylvania.

Devereux Florida Regional Administrator Tia Glover, MPH, M.Ed., BCBA, was recently appointed to serve on the executive committee of the Black Applied Behavior Analysts board as president-elect.

In this Devereux video, President and CEO Carl E. Clark II speaks with Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Leah Yaw and Devereux’s National Board of Trustees Chairman Chris Butler about the organization’s strategic plan for Fiscal Years 2023-2025.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Listen as Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., discusses the warning signs of suicide on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast, and how to get help if you or someone you know is in crisis.

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services Executive Director Patricia Hillis-Clark, Psy.D., was recently awarded Fellow status by the American Psychological Association, effective Jan. 1, 2023.

At Devereux, we are always looking for ways to better support our talented and hard-working team members. Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, leads a family support group for Devereux employees and their significant others who are parents, caregivers or siblings of a child or adult with autism spectrum disorder and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pocono Program Supervisor Addis Greene is serving and inspiring others every day.

On Saturday, Nov. 12, Devereux will host its Wine and Dine event at the historic Normandy Farm in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. The event will raise critical funds for the children, adolescents and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences Devereux serves in southeastern Pennsylvania.

When it comes to hands-on learning, students enrolled in the vocational program at Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island have a growing appreciation for gardening.

Advocates, caregivers and mentors - Devereux’s direct support professionals (DSPs) serve all of these roles and more, as they work to ensure the children, adolescents and adults in their care lead healthy, happy and fulfilling lives.

In this Devereux video, President and CEO Carl E. Clark II speaks with Vice President of Educational Services Jackie Auris and National Education Operations Manager Mike Manchester about Devereux’s Education Services division’s recent accomplishments and plans for the future.

Listen as Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Leah Yaw discusses navigating both passion and purpose on Spirit Consulting’s Virtuous Heroes podcast, and how she has integrated both into her career at Devereux and her life as a whole.

At Devereux, we place significant importance on professional development, helping employees grow their knowledge and careers. Learn how Devereux New Jersey is fostering an environment of continuous improvement and learning where team members feel engaged in their roles and empowered to succeed.

Read this Victoria Advocate article featuring Devereux Texas Information Systems Manager Eliska Smiga as she shares her transgender journey and how she is living her truth.

Read this SHRM Blog featuring Devereux about how employers address mental health in the workplace. In the blog post, Devereux National People Operations Director of Talent Acquisition Raegan Downing, MHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, discusses how Devereux makes mental health resources easily accessible for team members.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux New Jersey Behavior Specialist April Applegarth is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Vice President of Operations and Marketing Gail Atkinson has retired after five decades of exceptional leadership and service to the organization.

Devereux has announced that Kathy Greene, SPHR, has been selected for the newly created position of vice president of talent and organizational development.

Under bright blue skies, more than 200 golfers hit the manicured golf greens at the Philadelphia Cricket Club in Flourtown, Pa., recently for Devereux Pennsylvania’s annual Golf Classic.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article written by Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, as she offers tips for families traveling with children with disabilities to ensure a safe and successful trip.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Information Security Officer Eileen Bedara is serving and inspiring others every day.

The U.S. has launched a new, three-digit hotline for those experiencing a mental health crisis. If you, or someone you know, is in distress, call, text or chat 988 to be connected with a trained counselor from the National Suicide Prevention Hotline who will offer support and resources. Note: The previous Lifeline phone number - 1 (800) 273-TALK (8255) - will continue to be available to those in emotional distress or suicidal crisis after 988 is launched.

Devereux Pennsylvania is promoting healthy minds and bodies, and helping students achieve success through advancements in technology and fitness.

Devereux has been named a “Top 3 Healthcare Diversity Organization” by the Healthcare Diversity Council, an initiative of the National Diversity Council. Devereux will be formally recognized during the third annual National Healthcare DEI Conference, July 19-20, in Pittsburgh.

Devereux has announced that Philip Putnam, JD, M.S., has been selected for the newly created position of vice president of quality improvement.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Florida Program Director John Ortiz Rodriguez is serving and inspiring others every day.

From an early age, Devereux Texas Information Systems Manager Eliska Smiga knew she was different, but it was not until September 2020, three months before her 40th birthday, that she officially came out as transgender.

Read this Central Florida Lifestyle Magazine article spotlighting Devereux Florida’s Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children program, which provides comprehensive treatment for children and adolescents who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual trauma.

Devereux’s recent Servant Leadership and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Champions Conference provided nearly 50 emerging leaders - selected as Servant Leadership Champions/Champions-in-Training and DEI Champions - the opportunity to connect with each other during a three-day event.

Devereux New Jersey recently provided autism training and support to front-office staff of the Somerset Patriots minor league baseball team. Devereux New Jersey’s clinical team held two, hourlong virtual training sessions on how to best support individuals and families living with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Team members at Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (CIDDS) center recently collected school supplies for students and teachers at Widener Partnership Charter School in Chester, Pa.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Texas Assistant Program Manager Irma Torres is serving and inspiring others every day.

At Devereux, we are committed to helping our team members enhance their knowledge and abilities, and achieve their leadership potential. Devereux’s Leadership Class program, a yearlong class project, allows participants to explore the essence of effective leadership; define their own unique leadership qualities; and develop the skills needed to become high performing leaders.

Since 2017, Sheila Castillo and her husband, Yusel Rivera, have fostered five children through Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and in July 2021, they adopted one of the children in their care, Natalia.

Devereux Florida Executive Director Lisa Kroger was recently selected as one of Orlando Family Magazine’s 2022 “Super Women” as a result of her extensive experience as a child and family advocate. Each year, the magazine honors women who are committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Working two jobs, Lauren Penrod, who receives services through Devereux Pennsylvania, has one goal: to continue to learn as many new skills as possible. Lauren has been employed at T.J. Maxx department store in Abington, Pa. since 2015, and in 2021, she took on a second job at Giant supermarket in Doylestown, Pa.

Whether they are greeting customers, processing orders, preparing meals, collecting payments or sanitizing the kitchen and dining areas, youth at Devereux Connecticut - The Glenholme School are learning valuable job, life and social skills through The Commons, an on-campus, student-run café.

Devereux has announced the appointment of Kelsey Lawson, JD, to the newly created position of senior vice president and chief safety and risk officer.

An article written by Devereux National Director of Behavioral Health Services Crystal Taylor-Dietz, Psy.D., and Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Services Clinical Supervisor Molly Stubbs, LPC, was recently featured in Behavioral Health News. The article - “The integration of treatment and recovery: Special considerations for working with children” - discusses specific considerations for the treatment and recovery of children and adolescents in order to meet their unique needs.

Listen as Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, whose daughter, Annie, has autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities, shares her journey with autism and discusses Devereux’s autism programs and services on iHeartRadio’s What’s Going On podcast.

At Devereux, we are celebrating our more than 250 nurses and 200 teachers who inspire and influence their colleagues, as well as the children, adolescents and adults they serve.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article written by Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM. In the article - “Addressing a shortage of autism specialists” - Kelly shares the beginning of her family’s autism journey, and discusses the need for more developmental-behavioral pediatricians in the U.S.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island Assistant Nurse Manager Lori Gross is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Services (CBHS) doctoral intern Jessica Huntt was recently selected as Devereux’s 2022 Savin Scholar Award winner for her research study examining the effectiveness of using an app to increase family engagement for youth enrolled in residential treatment.

Listen as Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, whose daughter, Annie, has autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities, discusses Devereux’s autism services and the importance of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast.

At Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, our team members are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering an environment where they can grow their careers. Learn how Devereux New York is investing in the future of its employees.

In an effort to recognize staff for always putting others first, Devereux Georgia’s Servant Leadership committee recently launched the “52 Weeks of Compassion” campaign. Throughout 2022, the committee will hold drawings for prizes and campus-wide events to thank employees for being compassionate caregivers.

An article written by Devereux team members was recently featured in Autism Spectrum News. The article - “Supporting the college-bound autistic student: A need for better transition planning” - discusses the importance of developing an individualized and comprehensive transition plan to help students with autism achieve success in college.

Devereux Center for Effective Schools (CES) Consulting and Research Psychologist and Health Service Psychology Director of Internship Training Laura Rutherford, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA, and CES Training and Consulting Specialist Brittany Zakszeski, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA-D, were recently featured in a Tech and Learning Magazine article. The article - “Building a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) framework for mental health” - discusses the need for schools to implement a MTSS framework to address mental health challenges.

Students at Devereux Pennsylvania’s Children’s Behavioral Health Services (CBHS) center are gaining hands-on vocational training through Practical Assessment Exploration System (PAES) labs. PAES labs, which were recently installed at the center’s Brandywine and Mapleton campuses, simulate real-world work environments and help prepare students for future employment and independent living.

In this Devereux video, President and CEO Carl E. Clark II speaks with two National Trustees and family members who serve on the organization’s Family Advisory Board, James Schwab and Jane Taylor, about their Devereux journey.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Texas Clinical Therapist David Castele is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Arizona Executive Director Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, recently received Integrated Health Magazine’s “Integrated Health Excellence Award” for her contributions to the advancement of behavioral and integrated health, and for her commitment to health equity among the LGBTQ+ population.

Read this Tech and Learning Magazine article featuring Devereux Center for Effective Schools (CES) Consulting and Research Psychologist and Health Service Psychology Director of Internship Training Laura Rutherford, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA, and CES Training and Consulting Specialist Brittany Zakszeski, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA-D. The article - “Explaining SEL to parents” - discusses the importance of social and emotional learning (SEL) and how SEL programs in schools help students.

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island Therapeutic Day School Licensed Psychologist Jessica Kemp, Ph.D., NCSP, HSP, recently detailed findings from her study examining the effectiveness of aligning proactive classroom management practices with social and emotional learning skills at the annual National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) convention.

During halftime of a recent Orlando Magic basketball game, two Devereux Florida adolescents were recognized in front of a crowd of thousands for their creative talents and artistic expression. Mariah and Marcella were named among the four winners of the Orlando Magic’s Black History Month art contest.

Devereux Colorado has announced it has launched a new psychiatric residential treatment program for children and adolescents, ages 9 to 17, with significant emotional and behavioral challenges. Devereux Colorado is one of two providers selected by the Colorado Department of Human Services’ Division of Child Welfare to provide long-term, therapeutic and educational care for youth at its licensed psychiatric residential treatment facility in Westminster, Colo.

Devereux Texas recently launched a new short-term residential treatment program at its League City campus for youth with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program is based on Devereux’s Short-Term Autism Intensive Residential Services model.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pennsylvania - Adult Services Program Supervisor JoAnne Lombo is serving and inspiring others every day.

Carmela and Anthony Zelli, Sr., struggled to find a residential behavioral healthcare facility that could meet the unique needs of their son, Anthony, who has autism and intellectual disabilities. Then, they discovered Devereux Pennsylvania.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare nonprofit organizations in the country, just published our most recent Safety and Quality Report.

Since the late 1980s, Devereux Vice President of Operations Gwen Skinner and her husband, Pat, have provided a safe, stable and supportive home for more than 40 foster children. In addition, Skinner served as a case manager for other clients, including Stacy Thomas, who credits the couple with helping him become the man he is today.

Whether you are a behavioral health provider in need of consultation services and training, or the family of a loved one with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences in need of individualized therapies, Devereux New Jersey’s Devereux Consultants program has you covered.

At Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, we support the growth and development of our talented and hard-working team members. We help employees build the skills they need to be successful in their roles - and the organization. Learn how Devereux Pocono is helping staff enhance their knowledge and abilities, and further their careers.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Connecticut The Glenholme School Nurse Daniela DeCastro is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Arizona’s foster care program recently achieved certification in “Together Facing the Challenge,” an evidence-based therapeutic foster care training model developed by Duke University.

For the past five years, Devereux Georgia has built a strong partnership with the Circle for Children, a Marietta, Ga.-based nonprofit that offers financial support and personal encouragement to youth who have suffered abuse, neglect and abandonment.

An article written by Devereux Florida Director of External Affairs Lindsey Phillips was recently featured in Behavioral Health News. The article - “Devereux Florida student volunteers donate time and talents to support youth in need” - discusses the integral role student volunteers play in helping Devereux change lives.

With every step, more than 170 runners and walkers showed their support for students with disabilities at Devereux Connecticut - The Glenholme School’s eighth annual “Glenholme 5K Run for Autism.” The event, held recently at Steep Rock Preserve in Washington, Conn., raised more than $6,000 for The Glenholme School.

Read this Orlando Family Magazine article featuring Devereux Florida Clinician Christin Edwards-Salinas, LCSW, as she offers tips for managing mental health during the holidays - and year-round. Edwards-Salinas encourages parents and caregivers to prioritize commitments, stick to a regular schedule, stay active and practice self-care.

Devereux Pennsylvania’s Children’s Behavioral Health Services (CBHS) center was recently awarded the “Trauma-Aware Residential Treatment Facility” designation by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

TCV Community Services, one of Allegheny County’s most-respected nonprofits - providing treatment, care and services to individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges - announced it will become an affiliate of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pennsylvania CIDDS Program Coordinator Kimberly Arment is serving and inspiring others every day.

Team members at Devereux Pennsylvania’s Children’s Behavioral Health Services (CBHS) center recently donated linens and towels to the Community Youth and Women’s Alliance in Coatesville, Pa.

For some, the holidays are not always happy. Devereux Pocono Clinical Director Michelle Wonders, Psy.D., offers tips for coping with stress, anxiety and depression during the holiday season on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast.

Barbara Ryan, whose daughter Bekah has been enrolled in Devereux Texas’ Community-based Living Program at the organization’s Victoria campus for the past nine years, recently launched a fundraiser to show support for the program and express gratitude to team members for all they have done to help her daughter thrive.

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island recently celebrated the opening of a new residence hall for children, adolescents and young adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Arizona Nursing Supervisor Heather Hanrahan is serving and inspiring others every day.

As part of its commitment to combatting racism and fostering an equitable and inclusive work environment where cultural diversity is celebrated and valued, Devereux continues to make significant investments in its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion organizational transformation.

Whether he is filling out college applications, applying for scholarships or exploring internship opportunities, 17-year-old old Xavier Stagg is focused on his future - one full of endless possibilities.

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Charlotte using the Devereux Center for Resilient Children’s (DCRC) Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) Program highlights the value of providing teachers with social and emotional feedback about the children in their classrooms.

In recognition of Depression Awareness Month in October, Devereux Pocono Clinical Director Michelle Wonders, Psy.D., discusses the signs and symptoms of depression, and how to get help if you are struggling, on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast. (Note: To listen to Wonders’ segment, go to timecode 16:30.)

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Colorado Learning Manager Danyelle Grajeda is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux was recently welcomed as an affiliate partner of the National Federation of Families, a family-run organization focused on improving the lives of children with mental health and/or substance use challenges - and their families.

From planting seeds to harvesting produce, students at Devereux Pennsylvania are gaining hands-on experience in hydroponic farming, the process of growing plants without soil, using only nutrient-rich water.

Youth at Devereux Georgia are buzzing with excitement as they gain hand-on experiencing learning about beekeeping.

At Devereux, the overall health and well-being of our employees is of the utmost importance. To help ensure our team members have the tools and resources they need to reduce stress, prevent burnout and improve life satisfaction, Devereux is providing a new mindfulness benefit - eM Life - to all employees and their families, at no cost.

An article written by Devereux Arizona Clinical Director Janelle Westfall, LPC, LBA, BCBA, and Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Services Clinical Supervisor Molly Stubbs, LPC, was recently featured in Behavioral Health News. The article - “Telehealth: An unexpected silver lining during a pandemic” - explores the benefits of offering virtual behavioral health services.

An article co-authored by Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, was recently featured in Autism Research. The article - “Rethinking autism spectrum disorder assessment for children during COVID-19 and beyond” - suggests ways of improving clinical practices related to autism spectrum disorder assessment.

Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Leah Yaw was named one of Industry Era Women Leaders Magazine’s "10 Most Influential Women Leaders of 2021.” Yaw was recently featured in a magazine article titled, “An incredible thought leader."

Devereux Texas was recently awarded a $10,000 grant to support the organization’s residential and educational programs at its League City campus. The grant, from the Ruth Jones MacDonald Charitable Trust, will be used to help Devereux Texas continue to provide individualized and effective, evidence-based programs and services for youth living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Georgia Assistant Teacher Yasmin Esperon is serving and inspiring others every day.

Read this Authority Magazine article featuring Devereux Center for Resilient Children Director Susan Damico as she offers tips for finding happiness and joy in everyday life. Damico says, “When we learn how to be grateful for the smallest things in life, we will find that we are more joyful.”

Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, was recently selected to serve as family liaison on the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics’ executive committee.

Devereux Arizona recently celebrated the grand opening of its Assessment and Intervention Center (AIC) and Brief Intervention Program’s (BIP) new Tucson location. Devereux Arizona’s AIC and BIP offer short-term, intensive residential services to youth, ages 9 to 17, who are experiencing significant social, emotional and behavioral health challenges.

Devereux is teaming up with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) to co-sponsor a conference on how best to meet the developmental and behavioral healthcare needs of children with autism and other developmental disorders. The conference - “Developmental and Behavioral Health for the Pediatric Patient: A Focus on Autism” - will be held virtually on Sept. 21.

Whether they are helping youth and adults with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences develop essential life skills, secure meaningful employment or achieve greater independence, Devereux’s direct support professionals (DSPs) play a critical role in the overall health and well-being of those in their care.

Devereux was recently awarded a $30,000 grant from the W.W. Smith Charitable Trust to purchase emergency clothing, uniforms and gift cards for emergency clothing for children and adolescents who receive services through Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Services and Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services.

After 30 years of exceptional leadership and service, Devereux Center for Effective Schools Director and Health Service Psychology Internship Director of Training Barry McCurdy, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA-D, is retiring in September 2021.

Bonnie Wright, MBA, has been selected for the role of executive administrator at Devereux Colorado. Wright currently serves as Devereux Colorado’s director of quality improvement and community programs.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux New Jersey Direct Support Professional Monique Philhower is serving and inspiring others every day.

Each year, students at Devereux Connecticut - The Glenholme School perform a musical in front of family members, friends and community supporters. This year, due to COVID-19, the school’s theatrical production of “High School Musical Jr.” transitioned into a video production to ensure the health and safety of all involved.

Devereux Arizona Executive Director Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, recently received the “Champion for Change” award at the 2021 Let’s Get Better Together Conference, hosted by the Queer Resource Collective and the LGBTQ Integrated Health Coalition of Southern Arizona.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article written by Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, as she offers tips to help children with special needs ensure a smooth transition back to school during COVID-19.

Individuals who receive services at Devereux Texas’ League City campus recently showcased their talent and passion for art at the organization’s eighth annual art show.

One hundred youth survivors of sex trafficking are on the road to recovery, thanks in part from Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona and its Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) program.

Students and staff at Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island laced up their sneakers recently to participate in the Rutland Police Department’s annual 5K-9 race, which benefits the department’s K-9 Foundation.

Devereux National Director of Learning and Organizational Development Mary Imbornone, M.Ed., recently discussed the organization’s efforts to implement and sustain Servant Leadership best practices across the nonprofit’s 14 centers at the International Servant-Leader Summit.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pennsylvania CBHS Behavioral Health Technician Adama Kanu is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux is teaming up with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) to co-sponsor a conference on how best to meet the developmental and behavioral healthcare needs of children with autism and other developmental disorders. The conference - “Developmental and Behavioral Health for the Pediatric Patient: A Focus on Autism” - will be held virtually on Sept. 21.

Devereux Center for Effective Schools Assistant Director Lisa Thomas, Ph.D., NCSP, recently received the 2021 Montgomery County “Recovery and Resiliency Award” for her efforts to promote social and emotional learning in schools throughout Montgomery County in southeastern Pennsylvania.

Read this Arizona Health and Living Magazine article spotlighting Devereux Arizona’s culinary arts program, which teaches students valuable job skills, including menu planning, food preparation, table setting and serving. The goal of this program is to prepare youth for future employment in the food service industry.

Whether they are filing paperwork, packaging snacks or maintaining the grounds, students at Devereux Pennsylvania are learning valuable job, life and social skills to help them prepare for future employment or volunteer opportunities.

Devereux was recently awarded a $252,000 grant to help purchase four wheelchair accessible minivans and one minibus for Devereux Pennsylvania - Adult Services. Devereux received the funds for the vehicles through a program run by the Federal Transit Administration and administered at the state level by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

An article written by Devereux National Director of Behavioral Health Services Crystal Taylor-Dietz, Psy.D., was recently featured in Behavioral Health News. The article - “Utilizing trauma-informed care to address trauma reactions in staff: Potential impacts on retention” - explores the link between vicarious trauma and staff turnover.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article spotlighting Devereux Pennsylvania’s Community Adult Autism Partnership Program. Three adults who are enrolled in the program discuss the importance of behavioral skills training, social skills, natural supports and travel training when it comes to securing and maintaining meaningful employment, as well as strategies that have helped them acquire these skills.

Devereux Florida Medical Director Manal Durgin, M.D., was recently selected as one of Orlando Family Magazine’s 2021 “Super Women.” Each year, the magazine honors women who are helping to make central Florida a better place by “standing up for what they believe in; assisting people in need; and trying to lift up others.”

Read this MyChesCo article spotlighting the Devereux Southeastern Pennsylvania Autism Resource Center’s (SPARC) High School Youth Preparation for Higher Education (HYPE) Program. The goal of this program is to provide transition-age students with autism spectrum disorders an opportunity to prepare for university life, community integration and future employment.

Devereux recently honored 16 direct care supervisors across the organization with its 2021 Supervisory Excellence Award for inspiring all those around them to do, and be, their very best. The annual award recognizes team members who put the needs of others first; encourage staff development; provide timely feedback; and foster a work environment that is respectful, flexible and supportive.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pocono Residential Manager Carol Lashley is serving and inspiring others every day.

The Devereux Southeastern Pennsylvania Autism Resource Center (SPARC) and Devereux Pennsylvania Community Adult Autism Partnership Program recently partnered with West Chester University to create a specialized program for high school students with autism spectrum disorders. The High School Youth Preparation for Higher Education (HYPE) Program is a two-year, after-school program at Devereux SPARC in West Chester, Pa., that includes a two-week summer program at West Chester University.

When Michael and Jaysus, who both receive services through Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island, learned they would be interning with the Fitchburg Fire Department they were excited about the opportunity to gain new skills and build upon their existing strengths. The young men are enrolled in Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island’s Center for Autism Resources and Education Services, a day school that provides primary, elementary and secondary education services for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities.

Listen as Devereux Pocono Clinical Director Michelle Wonders, Psy.D., discusses how the organization serves and supports the LGBTQ community on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast. Wonders shares what steps Devereux is taking as it strives to become one of the most inclusive and diverse behavioral healthcare organizations in the country.

Samantha VanAlstyne is a devoted aunt, dedicated college student - and most recently - published author. VanAlstyne, who receives services through Devereux New York, wrote a children’s book titled, “Hi, I’m Sam,” about her journey with cerebral palsy and learning self-acceptance.

What once was a country estate nestled in the lush, green rolling hills of Washington, Conn., is now Devereux Connecticut - The Glenholme School, a special needs boarding and day school, thanks to a generous donation more than 50 years ago from the Van Sinderen family.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health recently featured Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership Executive Director Reginald “Reggie” Lewis as its keynote speaker during the organization’s 2021 Servant Leadership Champions Conference. The virtual conference brought together more than 50 emerging leaders for three days of intensive training to continue driving Servant Leadership best practices and behaviors across the organization.

Devereux Arizona recently began providing LGBTQ and gender-expansive affirming integrated care to better meet the needs of youth enrolled in the organization’s outpatient program in Phoenix.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux New York Residential Manager Tanika Williams is serving and inspiring others every day.

Read this Rhode Island Small Business Journal article featuring Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island Therapeutic Day School Clinician Jessica Kemp, Ph.D., NCSP, as she shares tips she recently provided during a Department of Revenue presentation to help students, families and caregivers embrace online learning.

An article examining teachers’ classroom management practices authored by Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Services doctoral intern Colleen Eddy and colleagues, was recently selected as the “2020 Article of the Year” by the National Association of School Psychologists’ flagship journal, School Psychology Review.

Read this WKMG-TV report spotlighting Devereux Florida’s partnership with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office to launch a Behavioral Response Unit. Since January, two clinician-deputy teams have responded to nearly 400 mental health-related calls across Orange County.

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island Therapeutic Day School Clinician Jessica Kemp, Ph.D., NCSP, recently offered tips to help parents engage children in remote instruction during a virtual panel discussion hosted by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue’s Diversity Council.

At Devereux, we are honoring our nearly 300 nurses whose courage, compassion and calm and steady presence give strength to the children, adolescents and adults they serve every day.

Whether they are educating students in-person, virtually or both, teachers have the power to change lives. At Devereux, we are celebrating our nearly 300 teachers who provide a sense of community and connection, helping the children, adolescents and adults they serve succeed.

Erin Clemens, who receives services through Devereux Pennsylvania, waited the recommended two weeks after receiving the second dose of her COVID-19 vaccine to do something she had not done since the beginning of the pandemic - give her mother, who also was fully vaccinated, a great big hug.

In recognition of Autism Awareness Month in April, Devereux Pocono Clinical Director Michelle Wonders, Psy.D. recently discussed the center’s autism services on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast. During the podcast, Wonders explains how early interventions and evidence-based treatments can help youth and adults lead meaningful, productive and socially-connected lives.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux California Supported Living Services Program Coordinator Annika Tamkun is serving and inspiring others every day.

Read this West Chester University (WCU) newsletter featuring an article on Devereux Vice President of Educational Services Jacalyn Auris, Ed.D., who earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from WCU. (Note: The article can be found under the “Alumni Spotlight” section of the newsletter.)

Read this Autism Journey article featuring Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, as she shares four things she learned to embrace during the pandemic, while raising a daughter with autism.

Looking to get back on your bike and go for a ride this spring? The Shops at Devereux’s Bike Shop, part of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania - Adult Services’ vocation training program, repairs and services bicycles, and also sells refurbished bikes.

Devereux has announced it received a donation of more than $20,000 worth of life-saving Personal Protective Equipment, including face masks and hand sanitizer, from LifeToGo, a curated, lifestyle marketplace and health and wellness community.

Students at Devereux Pennsylvania are learning the importance of giving back to the community. Youth enrolled in Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services Learning Center recently held a food drive on campus to support the Chester County Food Bank.

Listen as Devereux Pocono Clinical Director Michelle Wonders, Psy.D., and Admissions Director John Gething discuss the center’s programs and services, including Devereux Pocono’s new therapeutic foster care program, on Radio.com’s Special Edition podcast. Wonders and Gething explain how the foster care program can help at-risk youth thrive.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Florida Medical Director Manal Durgin is serving and inspiring others every day.

The Devereux Center for Effective Schools is partnering with the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services in southeastern Pennsylvania to promote social and emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom. CES is working with HHS to provide training, coaching and technical assistance to teachers and other school professionals in Montgomery County school districts as they implement SEL curricula and evidence-based classroom management practices.

Devereux has announced it will partner with Netsmart to deploy a portfolio of solutions and services to drive innovation and collaboration across the organization. This partnership also will enhance programs for, and communications with, the 25,000 individuals and families the nonprofit serves annually.

At Devereux, we understand there is nothing quite like the unique and special, lifelong bond between siblings. In celebration of National Sibling Day on April 10, we are inviting all siblings of the children, adolescents and adults in our care to explain what their Devereux sibling means to them.

Devereux Florida recently teamed up with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office to form a new six-person Behavioral Response Unit to better support youth and adults experiencing a mental health crisis.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Texas Licensed Vocational Nurse Rhonda Hahn is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Vice President of Operations Gwen Skinner was recently selected as one of the Child Welfare League of America’s “100 Champions for Children.”

Emily Judovits and Joey Baumgart credit Devereux Pennsylvania’s Community Adult Autism Partnership Program, which provides individualized and innovative community-based support services for adults with autism spectrum disorders and other disabilities, with teaching them essential job and social skills, and helping them thrive in the community.

Read this OurSports Central article spotlighting the Worcester Railers Hockey Club’s pizza donation to front-line staff at Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The hockey club, a minor league affiliate of the New York Islanders, delivered pizzas to more than 120 team members and students as part of its “Hockey Feeds the Need” program.

When Isaac Hammond sets a goal for himself, all those around the 34-year-old know it is only a matter of time before he will achieve success. Hammond, who is enrolled in Devereux New Jersey’s community employment program, recently celebrated his two-year anniversary of continuous employment.

Read this VISTA Today article spotlighting The Daisy Shop - part of The Shops at Devereux. The Shops, located in Devon, Pa., is a licensed vocational training center comprised of several specialized workshops that function as small businesses. Founded in 1962, the program provides individuals with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences the opportunity to learn valuable and marketable skills in a realistic work environment.

After 44 years of exceptional leadership and service, Devereux California Quality Management Manager Mory Alvarez is officially retiring in February 2021, although she plans to continue working part-time for the center in another role.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Pennsylvania CIDDS Information System Specialist Donna Underwood is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health proudly supports diversity and inclusion for all individuals. Read this Echo Magazine article featuring Devereux Arizona Executive Director Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, as she discusses the center’s efforts to create an environment where team members - as well as the individuals and families they serve - feel safe, comfortable, accepted and supported.

Listen as Devereux Florida Clinician Christin Edwards-Salinas discusses the organization’s partnership with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office to launch a new Behavioral Response Unit on the Behind the Star podcast. Edwards-Salinas and Sgt. Bruce Vail explain how the unit responds to calls and what teams have encountered so far in the field.

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island Director of Clinical Services Ashley Warhol, Psy.D., and Coordinator of Diagnostic Services and Clinical Training Rachel Schein, Psy.D., HSP, were recently appointed to the Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology’s (SCCAP) Acute, Intensive and Residential Service executive board. SCCAP is a division of the American Psychological Association.

Listen as Devereux Center for Resilient Children Director Susan Damico discusses the “ordinary magic” of resilience on the Beasley Media Group’s Philadelphia Focus podcast. Damico explains how resilience can be learned, and offers tips to help families “bounce back” from life’s challenges.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article on Devereux’s use of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, a framework that promotes the reduction of challenging behaviors through the encouragement of positive behaviors. Team members have found that this model provides children with autism a therapeutic environment that supports positive social behaviors.

Read this Central Florida Lifestyle Magazine article spotlighting Devereux Florida supporters who helped brighten the holiday season for youth with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Devereux recently presented its 2020 Thomas Donovan Culture of Caring Award to direct care staff across the organization who go above and beyond, on a daily basis, to meet the needs of the individuals and families they serve.

Devereux New Jersey recently launched a virtual day program to help adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences learn valuable life, job and social skills, while staying active and engaged during the pandemic.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island Program Manager Kelsie Chapman is serving and inspiring others every day.

Read this Orange County Sentinel article highlighting Devereux Florida’s partnership with the Orange County Sherriff’s Office to form a new six-person Behavioral Response Unit to better support youth and adults experiencing a mental health crisis.

Read this Viera Vision Magazine article featuring former Devereux Florida Donor Relations and Community Relations Manager Patty Hurst, who retired this fall after 30-plus years of dedicated service to the organization. Hurst joined Devereux in 1988, just one year after Devereux Florida established its Viera campus. She will continue to support the nonprofit by serving as a member of the Devereux Florida Brevard Advisory Council. (Note: The article can be found on pages 15-19 of the November 2020 issue.)

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Colorado Nursing Operations Manager Bambi Haney is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health formally launched its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion organizational transformation with a virtual workshop for its 7,500-plus staff featuring Lion’s Story founder Dr. Howard Stevenson, a nationally recognized clinical psychologist and researcher on negotiating racial conflicts using racial literacy.

Devereux Pocono has launched a therapeutic foster care program to provide children and adolescents living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences the opportunity to grow and thrive. Devereux Pocono is currently seeking a diverse pool of treatment/foster parents to open their hearts and homes to youth in need in Carbon, Lackawanna, Monroe and Pike counties.

The Phoenix Business Journal recently named Devereux Arizona Executive Director Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, one of its 2020 “Health Care Heroes” for helping youth and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences thrive and succeed in life. Awards were given in 10 categories to those who have “devoted their careers to selflessly helping others.” Jackson was named co-winner in the Mental Health category.

Devereux has announced that Jacalyn Auris, Ed.D., has been named the organization’s vice president of educational services, effective immediately. In her new role, Auris - who previously served as director of student services (merged divisions) with the Chester County Intermediate Unit - will be responsible for expanding Devereux’s educational-based products and services across the nonprofit’s national network.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pocono Residential Assistant Manager/Direct Support Professional Lanell Williams is serving and inspiring others every day.

With schools across the U.S. shifting to online learning during COVID-19, the Devereux Center for Effective Schools recently released a series of 10 online training modules to help parents engage children in remote instruction.

For more than four years, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania therapeutic foster parent Shereen Evans has provided a safe, supportive and loving home for children in need. Since August 2019, Evans has worked with Devereux Pennsylvania’s Children’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services Philadelphia foster care program to help youth living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences reach their full and unique potential.

Ford Motor Company recently donated 3,000 3-D printed face shields to help keep Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s front-line staff safe and healthy during COVID-19. The high-quality, clear plastic face shields are being distributed to Devereux centers across the country, as needed.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Connecticut - The Glenholme School Director of Milieu Treatment Daniel Bailey is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Pocono life share providers, Suzanne McPherson and her husband, Matthew Sinclair, recently received the Pennsylvania Lifesharing Coalition’s Northeast Region “2020 Excellence in Lifesharing Award” for their dedication and commitment to helping adults in need.

Devereux Arizona Executive Director Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, was recently elected to the Arizona Council of Human Service Providers (ACHSP) Board of Directors. ACHSP membership voted Jackson onto the board this summer as a result of her 20-plus years of behavioral healthcare experience in the state.

Read this UpJourney article featuring Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, as she offers creative ways to engage students through remote instruction. Kelly suggests teachers can 1) hold an online scavenger hunt; 2) start a digital “show and tell;” and 3) challenge students to create virtual field trips. Note: Kelly’s section can be found about half-way into the article.

Voting is a way of making decisions and expressing views, and Devereux is committed to helping ensure adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote.

Read this MyChesCo article featuring Devereux Pennsylvania supporter Deborah Geffken who donated her beloved 2007 Volvo to The Shops at Devereux’s Auto Shop, which provides employment and training opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Texas’ Friends of Devereux volunteers enhance and enrich the lives of those served by the organization at its League City campus through donations and activities throughout the year, such as birthday celebrations, holiday stockings and monthly “Fun Nights” - when individuals can spend time tie-dying shirts, playing bingo or watching movies.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Arizona People Operations Learning Specialist Catherine Baker is serving and inspiring others every day.

An urban school district in Pennsylvania recently selected Devereux Center for Effective Schools to run six of its emotional support classrooms to help students with emotional and behavioral challenges learn, grow and thrive.

When Devereux Pennsylvania supporter Deborah Geffken’s beloved 2007 Volvo broke down - and she was told it needed a new transmission Geffken decided to turn her car into a meaningful contribution to The Shops at Devereux’s Auto Shop, which provides employment and training opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Read this heartwarming article - featured in Autism Spectrum News - from Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, and her son, Danny, who shares an essay about his personal journey with his sister who has autism. Danny writes, “Annie’s influence spreads into every aspect of my life, and she has given me the inspiration to make an impact in the world around me.”

Devereux Center for Resilience Children Director Susan Damico will host a virtual event - “Parent Resilience: Being Selfish is Good for You and Your Children” - on Oct. 15. Damico will discuss the importance of practicing self-care, and how making a few positive changes in your life can lead to greater happiness, enjoyment and fulfillment for you - and your family.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pennsylvania - Adult Services RN Healthcare Coordinator Vernon Tanguay is serving and inspiring others every day.

Since Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health put out a call in March for Personal Protective Equipment to help keep the organization’s front-line staff - and the individuals it serves - safe and healthy during COVID-19, families, caregivers and supporters have generously donated 87,000 hand-sewn face masks and 3-D printed face shields.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Georgia Client and Family Advocate/Risk Manager Sophia Martin is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Center for Effective Schools Training and Consulting Specialist Brittany Zakszeski, Ph.D., NCSP, was recently recognized by the American Psychological Foundation and the National Association of School Psychologists for her work in examining ways to reduce challenging behaviors in children.

At Devereux, our direct support professionals (DSPs) are nothing short of extraordinary, always putting others before themselves. As we celebrate Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week - Sept. 13-19 - we thank and honor our more than 3,700 DSPs who are on the front lines, going above and beyond to serve and support those in their care.

As children head back to school, virtually or in-person, they may be experiencing increased stress and anxiety due to COVID-19. Read this Main Line Today article featuring Devereux Children’s Behavioral Health Services Senior Clinical Director Kristen Bielecki, Ph.D., for tips on how to help kids manage their emotions more effectively.

When Tropical Storm Isaias roared through Connecticut with wind gusts of up to 70 mph and heavy rain, it left more than 800,000 homes and businesses in the state without power, including Devereux Connecticut - The Glenholme School, which lost electricity for seven days. As utility crews rushed to restore power, The Glenholme School community worked together seamlessly to keep students and staff safe and calm.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux Pennsylvania CBHS Direct Support Professional Jasmine Davis is serving and inspiring others every day.

Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations like COVID-19. Social distancing and the fear of the unknown can cause emotional distress and anxiety, and lead to feelings of isolation - but help is available.

Listen as Devereux Center for Effective Schools Director Barry McCurdy, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA-D, discusses supporting students with behavioral challenges in the new distance learning environment on the Learning Success podcast. McCurdy offers tips to help students get the most out of their classes and achieve academic excellence.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux New York Community Specialist Phil Gaubatz is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is celebrating the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage, and honoring the achievements of all of the innovative women, like our organization’s founder, Helena T. Devereux, whose significant contributions inspire us to make a meaningful and positive difference in the world around us.

Please read the following letter from Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark II to learn more about our commitments and investments in safety.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Vice President of Operations Gwen Skinner was recently selected to serve as board chair of the Georgia Council on Substance Abuse. The council provides education and training on substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery; influences public policy to improve the availability and effectiveness of support services; and provides advocacy to promote the benefits of recovery, and eliminate discrimination against people seeking recovery.

Wayne Robinson, who receives services through Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York, is using his musical talents to give thanks to the center’s front-line staff for providing the best possible care and support during COVID-19. Robinson is enrolled in Devereux New York’s adult self-advocacy program, and was recently inspired to write a rap song to show his gratitude and appreciation for the center’s essential employees.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Vice President of Operations - Children’s Services Mel Beidler, M.S., was recently selected to co-chair the Pennsylvania Council of Children, Youth and Family Services’ (PCCYFS) new Behavioral Health Committee.

Read this Speech Blubs article featuring Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, as she offers creative alternatives for continued learning - at home - to help children with special needs develop the skills needed to grow and thrive. Kelly says, “When it comes time to return to the classroom, your child will be positioned for success.”

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pocono was recently awarded a $5,000 grant to support staff, as well as the individuals and families served by the organization, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant, from the Scranton Area Community Foundation’s NEPA COVID-19 Response Fund, will help team members continue to provide high-quality, safe and effective care and service for children, adolescents and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Devereux California Program Administrator Claudia Berumen is serving and inspiring others every day.

Read this Kaplan Early Learning Company article featuring Devereux Center for Resilient Children Director Susan Damico as she shares tips for helping families navigate COVID-19. Damico suggests family members reach out to a friend for support; practice growing an attitude of gratitude; and focus on the positives in life. This is one of a series of articles in which Damico discusses the mental health effects of the pandemic on children, educators and families.

Read this Central Florida Lifestyle Magazine article spotlighting Devereux Florida’s Mobile Crisis Services program, in which licensed therapists are available 24/7 to provide immediate mental health support to individuals (up to age 24) in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties.

Listen as Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, who is a mother of three children, including one with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities, shares tips for helping children with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences find new routines and successfully adapt to remote instruction on The Autism Dad podcast.

Devereux Pennsylvania was recently awarded a $40,000 grant to help keep the more than 3,800 children, adolescents and adults it serves in southeastern Pennsylvania safe and healthy during the pandemic. The grant, from the PHL COVID-19 Fund, will help three Devereux Pennsylvania centers continue to safely and effectively provide programs and services for individuals living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Research shows being happy can make you healthier. Read this Prevention article featuring Devereux Center for Resilient Children Director Susan Damico as she explains how to find joy by practicing gratitude. Damico says, “Choose something you do every day, like brushing your teeth or waiting for the coffee to brew, and use that time to reflect on what you are grateful for during that moment."

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Learn how Florida Direct Support Professional Marjorie Williams is serving and inspiring others every day.

Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark II has selected Brent Aberg as executive director of Devereux Colorado, based in Westminster, Colo. As executive director, Aberg will oversee the care and treatment of more than 1,100 children and adolescents, annually, who are living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Read this Community Health article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., as she discusses the importance of taking time to unplug and decompress during COVID-19. Graham explains, “Vacation and travel will be limited this year, so even if you’re working from home, I suggest scheduling routine PTO - consider it maintenance.”

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Center for Effective Schools Director Barry McCurdy, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA-D, recently led the development of an award-winning video on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports as a member of the Association for Positive Behavior Support Board of Directors. In May, the video “Positive Behavior Support at Home” won the Gold Telly Award in the Online/General Information category.

Read this Autism Journey article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President of Organizational Development Rayni Brindley, M.Ed., BCBA, as she shares tips for fellow parents of children with special needs to stay safe, healthy - and calm - during COVID-19.

At Devereux, our employees are at the heart of everything we do - and are key to our success. Read this story celebrating Devereux Texas Art Teacher Bev Balshaw, and learn how she is serving and inspiring others - every day.

In this Learning Success video, Devereux Center for Resilient Children (DCRC) Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist and National Trainer Rachel Wagner, MSW, explains how to use the FLIP IT strategy to reduce challenging behaviors in children. FLIP IT is designed to help children develop healthier coping skills in four simple steps that are embodied in the “FLIP” name which stands for: F - Feelings, L - Limits, I - Inquiries and P - Prompts.

Read this 30Seconds.com article featuring Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, as she offers tips to help individuals with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences adapt to wearing face masks in public.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health recently presented its 2020 Supervisory Excellence Award to direct care supervisors across the organization who lead by example. The annual award recognizes supervisors who demonstrate a commitment to Devereux’s core values, instill pride, and foster personal and professional growth and development.

At Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, our employees are heroes in every sense of the word, helping children, adolescents and adults with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences lead more fulfilling and rewarding lives. Learn how Devereux New Jersey Direct Support Professional Sean Williams is serving - and inspiring - others.

Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., recently discussed the organization’s LGBTQ inclusion efforts on a videoconference celebrating the release of the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) annual report. In May, 10 Devereux centers were recognized by the HRC for supporting and serving LGBTQ youth and families.

Listen as Devereux Arizona Executive Director Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, discusses the center’s programs and services on Radio.com’s Be Kind Always podcast. Jackson shares valuable information about Devereux Arizona’s autism services, therapeutic foster care program, outpatient services and residential treatment center, and explains how the organization is changing lives for individuals with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, offers creative alternatives for continued learning - at home - to help children with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences develop essential life skills.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article spotlighting Devereux Pennsylvania’s Community Adult Autism Partnership Program, which transitioned to telehealth services during COVID-19. Team members have found that these services have helped adults with autism maintain structure and consistency, while providing increased opportunities for socialization with their peers in a new virtual formal.

For many parents and caregivers, working from home during COVID-19 (while your children are out of school or day care) can present unique challenges, especially if you are caring for a child with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. Read this Autism Spectrum News article featuring Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly as she offers tips for adapting to these changes.

At Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, we denounce racism in all forms. Please read a message from President and CEO Carl E. Clark II in response to the deaths of George Floyd, and others in the Black Community, and resulting civil unrest across our country.

Ten Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health centers have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, the leading LGBTQ rights and advocacy group in the U.S., for supporting and serving LGBTQ youth and families.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is proud to be featured in the Human Rights Campaign’s “Change-Makers in Child Welfare 2020,” an annual report highlighting the All Children - All Families program’s partnership with 100 organizations across the country that are working to improve the programs and services they provide to the LGBTQ community.

Matilda Jane Clothing is showing support for Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s front-line staff by donating colorful and beautifully-crafted face masks. The Indiana-based clothing company recently donated 5,000 fabric face masks to the nonprofit to help team members stay safe and healthy.

Listen as Devereux Arizona Executive Director Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, discusses the center’s programs and services on Hubbard Radio’s Valley Focus show. Jackson shares valuable information about Devereux Arizona’s therapeutic foster care program and outpatient services, and explains how the organization is supporting individuals and families during COVID-19.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s Facebook Careers Page has transitioned into our new national Facebook page. In addition to accessing the latest Devereux career opportunities, followers will learn more about what’s happening across all of our centers, programs and services.

Students from a Georgia robotics team, Checkmate Robotics #12961, are leading by example, and using their 3-D printing skills to create face shields for Devereux’s front-line staff.

For families and caregivers of children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the COVID-19 pandemic brings new challenges, such as confusion and disruptions to daily routines and schedules. Read this Autism Spectrum News article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., as she offers tips for talking to individuals with ASD about COVID-19.

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) donated more than 7,000 face masks to Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health to help protect the individuals in its care, along with its outstanding and dedicated team members, as part of the “HRC Gives Back” campaign.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is paying tribute to the selfless and inspiring nurses and teachers who continue to provide the best possible care and support for children, adolescents and adults through the COVID-19 pandemic - and all year long.

For many families, maintaining a regular schedule during school closures and social distancing can be challenging, especially if you are caring for a child or adult with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. Listen as Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, who is a mother of three teenage children (one with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities), shares tips to help parents and caregivers cope with a pandemic on WXPN’s Kathy Chats podcast.

Listen as Erin Clemens, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome when she was 15 and receives services through Devereux Pennsylvania, shares her journey with autism on the My Autism Tribe podcast.

With schools across the U.S. shifting to online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Devereux Center for Effective Schools (CES) recently developed a series of free, online training modules to help educators successfully adapt to this new reality and engage students through remote instruction.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Senior Vice President of Organizational Development Rayni Brindley, M.Ed., BCBA, whose 7-year-old son has autism, recently wrote a letter to fellow parents of children with special needs, offering tips to stay safe, healthy - and calm - during COVID-19.

Children, adolescents and adults at Devereux New York are bringing bright colors - and smiles - to the Red Hook, N.Y., community, and across the Hudson Valley, to lift spirits amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has announced the launch of a new, integrated pharmacy aimed at improving overall safety and quality for the individuals it serves, and as a means to increase the salaries of its front-line staff. As part of this launch, Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark II appointed Glen Bianchini, RPh, M.S., as Devereux’s chief pharmacy officer, effective immediately.

Take a listen as Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D. offers tips for taking care of yourself and your family during COVID-19 on the Beasley Media Group’s Focus on the Delaware Valley podcast.

At Devereux, we believe it is important to find hope and inspiration in these challenging times. We invite you to access our “Sharing messages of hope” webpage where we have compiled letters, testimonials and videos from Devereux family members, caregivers and employees, offering kindness and positivity.

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important for families of children with disabilities to be prepared for any emergency. Read this Autism Spectrum News article featuring Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly as she shares her emergency toolkit essentials.

Take a listen as Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, shares tips for helping families and caregivers of children with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences cope with the COVID-19 public health crisis on the My Autism Tribe podcast.

Read this Elite Healthcare article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., as she discusses the importance of prioritizing mental health in a company’s wellness program and overall culture.

Read this Autism Journey article featuring Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, as she shares steps families and caregivers of individuals with special needs can take to cope during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, shares steps families and caregivers can take during the coronavirus crisis to provide reassurance to children and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

One day per week, in one of 10 Devereux New Jersey vocational programs located across the Garden State, adults meet with staff to learn more about how to advocate for themselves.

As Devereux continues its efforts to become one of the most inclusive and diverse behavioral healthcare organizations in the U.S., the nonprofit is making great strides in implementing the American Psychological Association’s Gender Affirmative Model.

Devereux recently held its second annual “Executive Support Summit” to help its administrative professional team focus on creating a culture of “Customer Service Excellence.”

Erin Clemens, who receives services through Devereux Pennsylvania, was recently inspired to write a poem about her journey with autism.

Devereux Arizona is partnering with marketing communications firm Ideas Collide to provide suitcases for Devereux Arizona youth living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Devereux California Executive Director Amy Evans was recently named one of the Santa Barbara chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners’ 2020 BRAVO Award winners. The award recognizes the accomplishments of eight women business leaders who have made a significant and positive impact in their communities.

Devereux Arizona was recently awarded a $25,000 grant to support the organization’s Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) program.

Devereux recently presented its 2019 Thomas Donovan Culture of Caring Award to team members across the organization who provide the highest quality and most compassionate care and service to children, adolescents and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Read this Chestnut Hill College News Center article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rhea Fernandes, Psy.D., who was recently selected to join The Forum of Executive Women, a membership organization comprised of 450 of the most influential women leaders in the Philadelphia region.

Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D., recently discussed the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children during the National Association for Children’s Behavioral Health Emerging Best Practices Conference in St. Pete Beach, Fla.

More than 350 guests gathered at the National Constitution Center in historic Philadelphia for Devereux Pennsylvania’s 20th annual Hope Gala to raise critical funds for children, adolescents and adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Devereux Florida and Central Florida Lifestyle Publications recently teamed up to help make holiday wishes come true for Devereux Florida foster families at the organizations’ second annual “Camp Holiday Cheer.”

Devereux Pennsylvania received four evidence-based practice program designations in 2019 from the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services’ Evidence-based Practice and Innovation Center (EPIC) for delivering exemplary evidence-based and evidence-supported practices.

Take a listen as Devereux Arizona Executive Director Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, shares valuable information about the center’s programs and services on The Buckmaster Show.

Take a listen as Devereux Center for Resilient Children Early Childhood Specialist and National Trainer Nefertiti B. Poyner, Ed.D., discusses the importance of mindfulness and strengthening your resilience during the holidays on the Beasley Media Group’s Focus on the Delaware Valley podcast.

Devereux Georgia Program Manager Tracy Reed was recently awarded Devereux’s 2019 Weaver E. Falberg Leadership Promise Fellowship Award, which recognizes an employee’s commitment to the organization’s mission, along with his or her outstanding leadership capability and potential.

A raging wildfire in the mountains above Santa Barbara, Calif., recently forced the temporary evacuation of two Devereux California group homes, and tested the resilience of the adults the organization serves, as well as its staff.

Holiday music and good cheer filled Butler’s Courtyard in League City, Texas, in December for Devereux Texas’ Friends of Devereux Holiday Appreciation Luncheon.

Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rhea Fernandes, Psy.D., was recently selected to join The Forum of Executive Women, a membership organization comprised of 450 of the most influential women leaders in the Philadelphia region.

Devereux Pennsylvania - Adult Services’ Community Participation Services program connects adults with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences with potential employers, as well as volunteer and community engagement opportunities.

Youth at Devereux Texas - well aware of Hurricane Harvey’s impact two years ago on Devereux Texas’ Victoria and League City campuses - launched a toy drive to benefit children in the Bahamas recovering from Hurricane Dorian in September.

As Devereux embarks on its second year of implementing Servant Leadership across the organization’s 13 centers, more than 50 emerging leaders gathered for three days of intensive training on how they can help drive these efforts.

Devereux Connecticut - The Glenholme School recently submitted a five-year interim evaluation report to the New England Association of Schools and Colleges’ Commission on Independent Schools, and received a strong vote of confidence in return.

Read this Phoenix Business Journal article spotlighting Devereux Arizona’s culinary arts program, where students learn how to plan, prepare and serve nutritious and delicious meals.

This holiday season, family members and friends of Devereux can show their support for the nonprofit, and the youth and adults it serves, through the gift of giving.

More than 60 golfers showcased their swinging, driving and putting skills at the Jeffersonville Golf Course in Norristown, Pa., this fall for the third annual “Tee-off for Autism” golf tournament to raise critical funds for Devereux Pennsylvania’s Bridge Fund.

Take a listen as Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D. discusses the Gender Affirmative Model - the treatment of choice for transgender and gender expansive youth - with Loraine Ballard Morrill on iHeartRadio’s Philadelphia Community Podcast.

Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark II has named Yvette Jackson, LMSW, DBH, as executive director of Devereux Arizona, with campuses in Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz.

Devereux Vice President of Operations Gwen Skinner was recently selected to serve on the Georgia Behavioral Health Reform and Innovation Commission.

Devereux has acquired the Southeastern Pennsylvania Autism Resource Center to expand services for youth and families living with autism and behavioral challenges.

Read this Autism Parenting Magazine article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President of Organizational Development Rayni Brindley, M.Ed., BCBA, as she shares her perspective about raising a child with autism.

Devereux Georgia’s “Hope Event: Painting a Picture of Hope” generated nearly $70,000 for children, adolescents and young adults living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Houston decided to release the fall weather and let contestants enjoy a beautiful day of golf for the 17th Annual Divots for Devereux Golf Classic. This annual tournament raises much-needed funds for the Devereux School and scholarship program.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article “The Importance of Community-Based Instruction for Individuals with Autism Across the Lifespan” featuring Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health subject matter experts Todd Harris, Ph.D.; Kara Constantine, Ph.D.; Cathleen Albertson Deutsch, MA, BCBA; Amanda Duffy, ME.d., BCBA; and Lucas Cepeda, MS, BCBA.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Florida foster parent Mary Pangle retired this summer after providing a loving and nurturing home to more than 200 children over 50 years.

As a volunteer at Devereux Georgia, Mary Prior is combining her passion for helping others with her love of administrative and clerical work.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. Read this Harrisburg Magazine article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Dr. Yolanda Graham on Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

On Saturday, November 16, Devereux Pennsylvania will host its 20th annual Hope Gala at the National Constitution Center in historic Philadelphia. This year’s theme, “Fostering Independence,” celebrates the organization’s commitment to helping individuals develop the skills needed to thrive.

President and CEO Carl E. Clark II and President Emeritus Bob Kreider teamed up to discuss succession planning and how to position your team for success at the 2019 Open Minds Executive Leadership Retreat in Gettysburg, Pa.

After learning about the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas, youth and staff at Devereux Florida were spurred to action.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Read this Philadelphia Gay News article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Dr. Yolanda Graham about what organizations like Devereux are doing to combat suicide in the U.S.

Devereux New York recently awarded its first-ever high school scholarship to a Red Hook High School senior who plans to major in psychology.

Devereux is honoring the 3,500 direct support professionals who selflessly serve those in their care, helping them lead more fulfilling, productive and socially connected lives.

Devereux is expanding its historic education division to enhance the provision of specialized education services across the nonprofit’s geographic footprint and beyond.

Devereux Florida Medical Director and Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Manal Durgin, M.D., was recently named the “2019 Youth Behavioral Healthcare Professional of the Year” by the Florida Behavioral Health Association.

Read this Autism Spectrum News article featuring Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly as she shares tips to help you get your child ready for the new school year.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health was recently awarded a $4,000 grant to create a sensory room for youth at Devereux Pennsylvania’s Children’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services center.

Take a listen as Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, whose daughter has autism, offers back-to-school tips for parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities on the Beasley Media Group’s Our Delaware Valley podcast.

View a recording of a webinar featuring Devereux Center for Resilient Children Director Susan Damico as she answers 20 resilience-related questions in just 20 minutes.

Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rhea Fernandes, Psy.D., was selected as a member of the Philadelphia Business Journal’s 2019 Class of Minority Business Leaders.

Students at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s Children’s Behavioral Health Services (CBHS) center are learning what “farm-to-table” truly means.

Lena and Paul Martino credit Devereux New York with helping their son, Cristinel, grow and thrive. Cristinel recently graduated from Devereux New York’s Red Hook School.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s Institute of Clinical and Professional Training and Research hosted its 22nd annual Jean and Anson Beard Symposium featuring Dr. Howard Stevenson.

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island’s Dr. Ashley Warhol and Bernadette Conneely discussed gender diversity and dialectical behavior therapy at the Association of Children’s Residential Centers conference.

Students at Devereux Pennsylvania’s Children’s Behavioral Health Services are channeling their inner Claude Monet, Georgia O’Keeffe and Jackson Pollock, as they create one-of-a-kind drawings, paintings and other artwork.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has officially adopted the Gender Affirmation Model to better support transgender and gender expansive youth in our care. Read this Philadelphia Gay News article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Dr. Yolanda Graham.

In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment Program, the Devereux Center for Resilient Children is hosting a special webinar on August 15 titled, “The DECA Program and Resilience: 20 Years, 20 Questions, 20 Minutes.”

Four Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health centers have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, the largest LGBTQ advocacy group in the U.S., for supporting and serving LGBTQ youth and families.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health was recently awarded a $35,000 grant to purchase emergency clothing for children and adolescents at its centers in the Philadelphia region.

Helena T. Devereux, special education pioneer and founder of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, is featured in a new exhibit at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence that honors the achievements of Pennsylvania women.

Joaquin and Tina Angles credit Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s intensive family coaching program with helping them build a more positive, healthy relationship with their twin boys.

The Devereux Center for Resilient Children (DCRC) is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) Program, a strength-based assessment and planning system designed to promote resilience in children, ages 4 weeks to 6 years old.

Artist Henri Matisse once said, “Creativity takes courage.” Students at Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island are courageously expressing their hopes, fears and dreams through art - and earning accolades along the way.

Take a listen as Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Executive Director of Autism Services Dr. Todd Harris, and Erin Clemens, who receives services through Devereux Pennsylvania, discuss growing up and aging with autism on the Beasley Media Group’s Focus on the Delaware Valley podcast.

Erin Clemens, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome when she was 15 and receives services through Devereux Pennsylvania, graduated in May from Delaware County Community College.

Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. will experience a mental health challenge in a given year. Read this Marietta Daily Journal article featuring Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Vice President of Operations Gwen Skinner about raising awareness of behavioral health conditions.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health California was recently awarded a $6,000 grant to purchase multi-sensory equipment for adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Wet weather did not dampen the spirits of more than 250 golfers who hit the links for Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s annual Golf Classic.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Carl E. Clark II was elected to serve on the Board of Trustees of the Robert K. Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Connecticut - The Glenholme School was awarded a certificate of special recognition for excellence in the field of special education by U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal.

Thirty-two teams hit the ice for the seventh annual “Face-off for Autism” hockey tournament to raise funds for adults living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other disabilities.

As part of its ongoing commitment to providing evidence-based, trauma-focused care, Devereux recently began training clinical staff in the organization’s residential treatment settings in dialectical behavior therapy.

Main Line Today, a regional magazine focusing on Philadelphia’s Main Line and western suburbs, named Devereux Pennsylvania’s Julie Donley one of its 2019 “Healthcare Heroes.”

With a single click of a button, family members and friends of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health can build support for the nonprofit, and make a significant impact on the youth and adults it serves.

The Devereux Center for Resilient Children (DCRC) was awarded a contract with the Texas Center for Child and Family Studies (The Center) to provide resilient leadership training following Hurricane Harvey.

Houston’s Hotel Zaza rivaled Churchill Downs as guests in wide-brimmed hats and other derby finery came together for Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Texas’ 9th annual Savor the Hope Gala.

Devereux is honoring the teachers/special education teachers and nurses who selflessly and tirelessly give of themselves to improve the lives of those living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

A florist, bike shop, auto shop and more! The Shops at Devereux, part of Devereux Pennsylvania’s vocational training program, provide employment and training opportunities for adults with disabilities. Plan your visit today!

Adults who participate in Devereux New Jersey’s cooking club learn valuable lessons such as how to scout out sales, make a budget and find healthy ingredients.

Gwen Skinner, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s vice president of operations, was named one of liveSAFE Resources’ 2019 “Women of Achievement.”

In honor of Autism Awareness Month, CBS Philly featured a story about Devereux New Jersey's plant therapy program, which teaches adults with autism new skills.

The June 15 event will feature discussions with internationally-recognized motivational speaker Lou Radja and Dr. Robert Naseef, psychologist, author and father of a child on the autism spectrum.

More than 300 supporters expected to attend annual event, which will be held at three of Philadelphia’s premier golf courses, and will feature live/silent auctions and a cocktail/dinner reception.

In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, Erin Clemens, who receives services through Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania, was inspired to write a poem to her parents.

Author Hans Christian Andersen once said, “Where words fail, music speaks.” The music therapy program at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York is helping adults with developmental disabilities find their voice.

Dale Baggerley’s job title at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania may be maintenance support, but it is his artistic talents that are earning him praise and admiration from the youth he serves, his fellow employees and visitors alike.

For the past two years, Sheri-ann Mclean, program director at Devereux Advanced Behavior Health Massachusetts and Rhode Island, has been cultivating a culture of trust and collaboration among staff in the organization’s Short-term Assessment and Rapid Reintegration (STARR) program in Paxton, Mass.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Colorado was recently awarded a grant of more than $6,500 to help purchase playground equipment for children with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona received more than 300 “sweet cases” from the nonprofit Together We Rise, in partnership with Toyota Financial Services.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s Children’s Behavioral Health Center (DCBHC) has been awarded the Education and Programming for Integrated Care (EPIC) designation by West Chester University, which recognizes organizations that support and train student interns in settings that integrate both behavioral health and physical healthcare services.

Take a listen as Devereux Center for Effective Schools Director Barry McCurdy, Ph.D., NCSP, BCBA-D, discusses Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), school mental health and supporting students with trauma - on The Behavioral Observations podcast.

As a young boy, Hank Booth struggled emotionally and socially. When Booth started experimenting with drugs, his parents turned to Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Texas. Decades later, Booth now serves as chairman of the Devereux Georgia Advisory Board.

Take a listen as Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D. discusses human sex trafficking and Devereux’s residential Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) program - on iHeartRadio’s Philadelphia Community Podcast.

Youth from Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Florida experienced all of the glitz and glamour of a traditional prom during “Night to Shine,” a worldwide event sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation.

“Since I’ve been here at Devereux, I’ve been seeing what I can do, and what others like me can do.” Read about John Pagnoni and how Devereux Pennsylvania’s CAAPP program is helping make his dreams a reality in this inspiring article - featured in the Chester County Press.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has always been part of Renee Bowen’s life - and with good reason - at least 10 family members (including Bowen) have worked for the nonprofit since the late 1940s.

Youth at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Colorado who have experienced a significant amount of trauma in their young lives are finding furry, four-legged comfort - through the organization’s animal-assisted therapy program.

Funds will provide technology and educational programming at schools serving individuals living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences in southeast Pennsylvania.

Doug Patton, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York’s food service manager, knows the importance of a good sense of humor. In his 20 years on the job, Patton has always tried to keep a sunny disposition - and plenty of so-called “dad jokes” on hand.

“Annie’s influence spreads into every aspect of my life … she has given me the inspiration to make an impact in the world around me.” Read this inspiring and heartwarming article - featured in Autism Journey - from Devereux Director of Family and Community Services Amy Kelly, and her son, Danny.

The holidays are a time of giving, and for Mary and Mark Bainbridge - whose son, Robert, received services through Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health - they are a time of giving back.

Students and staff at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Connecticut - The Glenholme School are raising funds for children affected by the recent water crisis in Flint, Mich.

Growing up, John Pagnoni had a passion for cooking. He and his grandmother would watch Food Network shows featuring celebrity chefs such as Emeril Lagasse, Bobby Flay and Guy Fieri to gather ideas and learn new skills.

Take a listen as Devereux Executive Director of Autism Services Todd Harris, Ph.D., discusses aging with autism - along Devereux’s programs and services for older youth and adults - on the Beasley Media Group radio program, Philadelphia Focus.

As Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health begins embedding Servant Leadership best practices across its organization, the nonprofit is making sure it has the right people in place to roll out this new initiative - and ensure the long-term success of this methodology.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit providers of behavioral healthcare in the nation, today announced that President and CEO Carl E. Clark II named Lisa Kroger, LMSW, and Michelle Llorens, M.A., BCBA, as executive directors of Devereux Florida, effective Jan. 7, 2019.

Maryann Campbell, who will officially retire as executive director of Devereux Connecticut - The Glenholme School on Jan. 31, 2019, was honored recently for her decades of exceptional leadership and service to the organization.

When organizers of a Chester County Toys for Tots event lost the site they planned to use to sort and distribute toys for those less fortunate this holiday season, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania stepped in to help.

More than 300 Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Florida foster parents and children experienced the magic of the season during an evening of holiday festivities and campfire fun.

Steve Bruce, M.Ed., BCBA, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s vice president of operations - adult services, participated in a panel discussion during the 35th annual New Jersey Association of Community Providers (NJACP) conference about the future for intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) providers.

The Philadelphia Foundation recently awarded Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health a $15,000 Leadership Grant to help the nonprofit implement Servant Leadership methodology and best practices across its centers in the Philadelphia region.

Two events benefitting Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona raised nearly $20,000 this fall for youth with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences, as well as those served by the center’s foster care programs.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania participated in its second job fair for immigrants, drawing professionals interested in a career in behavioral health. The job fair was held in partnership with the Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians, which accelerates immigrant integration and economic advancement through education, training, employment and entrepreneurship.

Nearly 350 guests entered the enchanted “Secret Garden” at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s 19th annual Hope Gala to raise critical funds for children and adults with special needs.

The winner of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s 2018 Weaver E. Falberg Leadership Promise Fellowship award is Amy White, payroll and finance specialist at Devereux Georgia.

Population health aims to improve the overall health and well-being of a population. At Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, we are taking a population health approach to caring for the individuals we serve, their families and our employees every day.

A New York City child care center is crediting the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment Program with its success in helping to grow resilient children.

The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia(CHOP) recently teamed up with Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health to co-sponsor a conference for the first time on the importance of integrating mental and behavioral healthcare with physical care for children.

When Hurricane Harvey made landfall last year with unrelenting rain, causing devastating and widespread flooding, Devereux Texas was put to the test. Following the storm, the nonprofit was awarded a $50,000 grant from the Texas Center for Child and Family Studies, in partnership with the Rebuild Texas Fund. The grant is now providing advanced-level trauma training for staff.

A nonprofit regional center in California that provides supports and services for children and adults with developmental disabilities is requiring that early intervention providers in the three counties it serves start using the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment Program.

Devereux New Jersey was featured in an SNJ Today piece about National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and its efforts to provide employment opportunities to individuals living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences at Raise Your Dreams Farm in Pilesgrove, N.J.

More than 60 golfers hit the links for the second annual “Tee-off for Autism” golf tournament to raise money for Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s “Bridge Fund.”

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York’s Advisory Board hosted a reception for more than 60 supporters on October 18 at the Coveleigh Club in Rye, N.Y. Attendees had an opportunity to learn how Devereux New York supports, and cares for, individuals living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

In August 2017, Devereux’s campuses in League City and Victoria, Texas, were put to the test when Hurricane Harvey made landfall. The Category 4 storm brought more than 50 inches of rain to the Houston area, causing devastating flooding and significant damage to both Devereux Texas centers. Today, nearly all repairs are completed and Devereux Texas is stronger than ever.

Devereux Vice President of Operations - Adult Services Steve Bruce recently shared his thoughts with The Times Herald on "giving all individuals the opportunity to be included and make a positive impact in their communities."

Mel Beidler, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s vice president of operations - children’s services, was recently selected to serve on the Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association (RCPA) Children’s Steering Committee.

It was a sure bet that the more than 100 guests who turned out for Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New Jersey’s first-ever “Double Down for Devereux” event experienced an unforgettable night of casino-style games, food and fun.

Ten years ago, Erin Clemens was struggling with day-to-day activities, relying heavily on family and friends to help guide her through life’s challenges. Going to college or finding employment seemed like unobtainable goals. Then, in 2008, her parents turned to Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health.

What does Johnson Matthey, a global leader in sustainable technologies based in England, have in common with Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health? They both want to make the world a better place for future generations. Johnson Matthey is taking that notion to heart by providing employment opportunities for individuals with special needs.

Mental-health professionals are advocating for suicide-prevention education to begin as early as elementary schools. The rate of suicide for LGBTQ youth has risen by more than 70 percent over the past decade, and is on the rise in all children aged 10 and under. Read this Philadelphia Gay News article, which features Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Dr. Yolanda Graham.

On Saturday, November 10, Devereux Pennsylvania will host its annual Hope Gala at Moulin in Sherman Mills (Philadelphia). More than 500 supporters are expected to attend this year’s event, which raises critical funds for individuals living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has been recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) for achieving silver level recognition in the AHA’s 2018 Workplace Health Achievement Index. The honor recognizes Devereux’s actions to build a culture of health and wellness in the workplace.

For the third consecutive year, employees at the Devereux Pennsylvania Community Services center secured donations - and conducted a back-to-school drive - that benefited more than 300 youth served by the organization’s local outpatient programs.

There are plenty of obstacles to treatment for children, teens and other members of lower-income families struggling with mental-health issues. That's why Devereux Colorado is trying something new every Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. with an open-access clinic, for potential patients in need of psychological care.

The American Association of Suicidology reports that, in the U.S., nearly 45,000 individuals died by suicide in 2016. In addition, the organization said suicide is the 10th leading cause of death, with an average of one person taking his or her own life every 11.7 minutes.

At Devereux, direct support professionals are the backbone of our organization. During Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Week - September 9-15 - Devereux celebrates its 3,400 DSPs, as they bring hope, healing and joy to the individuals we serve every day.

More than 200 guests participated in Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health California’s 18^th annual “Devereux Day” event on August 11 in Goleta, Calif.

Justinee Rafter told the Devereux admissions team she was not interested in her education. But thanks to a team of compassionate and caring clinicians, teachers and staff at the Devereux Pennsylvania - Children’s Behavioral Health Services center, three years later - something changed. This summer, Justinee graduated from the Devereux Day School in Malvern, Pa.

During the Florida Coalition for Children’s (FCC) annual convention in July, the organization selected Devereux foster parents Bobby Sharp and Everett Kamuchey as its “Foster Parents of the Year.”

Thanks to the continued generosity from the Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation, Devereux Arizona’s Scottsdale campus has exceeded the halfway point toward funding its $1.25 million capital campaign for a new dormitory that will serve youth with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.

Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark II has named Patricia Hillis-Clark, Psy.D., BCBA, as incoming executive director of the organization’s Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Services center, located in Malvern and Glenmoore, Pa.

This month, the Devereux Center of Resilient Children invites everyone to embrace our shared role in promoting healthy early childhood development by taking its online pledge to promote the resilience of all children, and to learn more about the negative impacts of childhood trauma, as well as the need for trauma-informed practices.

This summer, Devereux New York held its first “Self-Advocate Gala” for adults served by the nonprofit behavioral healthcare provider. The gala was coordinated by the organization’s “Adult Self-Advocacy Group.”

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health President and CEO Carl E. Clark II selected Carol Anne McNellis, Psy.D., BCBA, as the incoming executive director of the Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (CIDDS) center, which is located in West Chester, Pa.

Devereux Pocono Clinical Director Michelle Wonders, Psy.D., was appointed recently as Internal Affairs board chair for the Pennsylvania Psychological Association (PPA). Wonders was selected to serve a one-year term.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has released a new video, in which Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Dr. Yolanda Graham interviews parent Andrea McArthur about her experience with our organization.

The Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Massachusetts and Rhode Island center’s annual “Gala & Auction,” held this spring in Worcester, Massachusetts, set a record for the organization’s premier fundraising event. Featuring live entertainment, fantastic food, dancing and a live auction for the 10th anniversary of this event, the Gala generated more than $270,000, which represents a 20 percent increase in sponsorships and a 30 percent increase in live auction results.

“Did you know Georgia recently named a psychiatrist of the year? Did you know she’s a highly skilled advocate for our LGBTQ community? You do now, so let’s meet the incomparable Dr. Yolanda Graham.” Read this Georgia Voice article featuring Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Chief Medical Officer Dr. Yolanda Graham.

Coordinating family activities can be a challenging task for any parent. But when one or more of your children have autism or a developmental disability, a simple walk to the park can become overwhelming, or could even prevent families from enjoying much-needed quality time together.

Delaware Secretary of Education Susan Bunting recently approved Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s “Alternative Certification in Autism and Severe Disabilities Alternative Routes to Certification Program,” which means Devereux is now just one of three approved providers for the additional certification (that specializes in autism/severe disabilities) for teacher candidates in the state.

Fundraising for the children, adolescents and adults served by Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has never been easier or more fun! Friends and family members of Devereux are taking their support to the next level via a new, web-based crowdfunding platform.

Fundraising for the children, adolescents and adults served by Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has never been easier or more fun! Friends and family members of Devereux are taking their support to the next level via a new, web-based crowdfunding platform.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit providers of behavioral healthcare in the nation, today announced that President and CEO Carl E. Clark II has selected Christopher Betts, M.A., as Devereux Pennsylvania Adult Services’ incoming executive director.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health recently began working with the Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians to assist behavioral healthcare professionals from other countries - who are now living in the Commonwealth - to acclimate to the American job market and to land that perfect job.

Main Line Today, a regional magazine focusing on Philadelphia’s Main Line and western suburbs, recently selected Dr. Jacquelyn Zavodnick, medical director at Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Services (CBHS) center, as one of its 2018 “Healthcare Heroes.”

Nearly 250 golfers came out swinging during Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s 2018 Golf Classic, held at the Philadelphia Cricket Club in Flourtown, Pa., on May 15.

Devereux announced that President and CEO Carl E. Clark II has selected Noah D. Noyes as Devereux Connecticut, The Glenholme School’s, incoming executive director. Noyes, who currently serves as the school’s operations manager, will assume this role on Nov. 1, 2018. Noyes succeeds Maryann Campbell, who will retire on Jan. 31, 2019, following more than four decades of leadership and vision.

When Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania Clinical Case Manager Molly Stubbs heard about the University of Pennsylvania’s “Philly Clinician Crowdsourcing Challenge,” she jumped at the chance to submit an idea.

Kerry Ann Goldsmith, executive director of Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island, was recently honored with the prestigious “Fellow” award by the Association of Children’s Residential Centers (ACRC).

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island was recently reaccredited by the Council on Accreditation for a period of four years for “achieving the highest standards of professional practice for the services it provides.” The Devereux center first received COA accreditation in 2009.

Devereux Pennsylvania Adult Services recently received a three-year reaccreditation for excellence for its Brain Injury Program from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Note: This is the second, three-year accreditation the Devereux center has received from CARF.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit providers of behavioral healthcare in the nation, announced today that Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark, II has appointed Yolanda Graham, M.D., to the position of senior vice president chief clinical/chief medical officer.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has partnered with The Bradley Center to provide the Pittsburgh-based organization with expert clinical training related to programs and services addressing the commercial sexual exploitation of children.

Improved resources will soon be available for those suffering and recovering from trauma, thanks to a financial contribution to Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Texas. In late April, the Texas Center for Child and Family Studies (“the Center”), in partnership with the Rebuild Texas Fund, named the nonprofit a $50,000 recipient of its Rebuild Texas Fund Grant.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health employs nearly 250 teachers/special education teachers and more than 300 nurses who make a significant impact on the lives of tens of thousands of children, adolescents and adults - and family members - served by the organization.

Tune in for a Facebook Live recap of special needs parenting blogger Lisa Lightner, as she interviews Devereux Executive Director of Autism Services Dr. Todd Harris about trending autism topics.

Throughout its programs, Devereux teaches the idea of “resilience” - the ability to recover from, or adjust easily to, misfortune or change. That concept was taken to unprecedented levels for Devereux Texas during, and after, Hurricane Harvey.

Devereux announced that President and CEO Carl E. Clark II will lead a significant organizational redesign initiative, with the support of an expanded leadership team, that will propel the nonprofit from great to extraordinary.

Read an article from Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark II - called "Advancing Behavioral Health Strategies as Individuals Approach Adulthood" - which was featured in the latest issue of Autism Spectrum News (see page 17).

The Adoptive & Foster Parent Association of Georgia recently named Devereux Georgia foster parents Stacey and Shatee Cooks as its “Foster Parents of the Year.”

Thanks to the generosity of its supporters, Devereux is able to continue the vision of its founder - Helena Devereux - to help build a life of resilience, self-fulfillment and happiness for people of all abilities. Recently, Cindy and Matt Puscar raised $8,000 for Devereux Pennsylvania to create a sensory room for youth with special needs.

In March, Devereux Massachusetts / Rhode Island held its seventh annual “Legislator’s Breakfast” event at its Rutland, Mass., campus. During the event, attendees heard a moving speech from Devereux parent Erica Sarro, about her son’s journey to Devereux.

Although they never fully shared their thoughts about adoption with one another until the opportunity was posed by a 14-year-old child facing foster care, Jason and Jill considered expanding their family.

Through a partnership with Kennesaw State University, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Georgia recently hosted several Young Southeast Asian Leaders Institute (YSEALI) Fellows on its Kennesaw, Ga., campus for a tour and community project.

Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty founder and CEO Aaron Muderick has been dedicated to employing and empowering individuals with disabilities. Today, Muderick employs more than 800 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Recently, Muderick caught up with Devereux Senior Vice President of External Affairs Leah Yaw to talk putty, people and perspective.

During a “Career Day” event at the Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Services center in Glenmoore, Pa., more than 40 high school students received words of wisdom and encouragement from members of Fairview Presbyterian Church.

The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) recently established the inaugural “AACAP Marilyn B. Benoit, MD, Child Maltreatment Mentorship Award” named in honor of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Marilyn Benoit.

Six months after Hurricane Harvey’s devastating blow to Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Texas, a donation has the nonprofit on firmer footing for its path to recovery. Recently, the Valero Energy Foundation presented Devereux Texas with a check for $250,000 to benefit the organization’s Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.

The Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Intellectual and Developmental Disability Services (CIDDS) Community Services of Philadelphia Foster Care Program and the Devereux Center for Effective Schools were recently certified in the Together Facing the Challenge evidence-based model for therapeutic foster care.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Florida recently announced the certification of two foster families as “official safe homes” - providing special assistance and support for sexually exploited youth in Central Florida.

During the GPPA’s annual winter meeting, the association unanimously bestowed the award on Dr. Yolanda Graham, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s national executive director of mental health services and Devereux Georgia medical director.

Thanks to Autism New Jersey and Amazon, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New Jersey was the recipient of a large donation of personal hygiene products - more than 1,300 items! - that will be used to support the individuals it serves every day.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pocono recently received $3,000 from NBT Bank through the Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program.

At Devereux, our employees work tirelessly, every day, to help the individuals we serve lead productive, positive and socially-connected lives. Recently, Devereux New Jersey team members witnessed extremely rewarding outcomes as a result of implementing the “Devereux Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports” (D-PBIS) methodology in one of its groups homes.

It took a village … but our Devereux Texas campuses are kicking off the New Year in their facilities which, last August, were fully evacuated and significantly damaged by Hurricane Harvey.

Olympic athletes are inspiring, uplifting and an example of what can be accomplished through hard work and dedication. These athletes also give us powerful insight into the lives of those with autism. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Executive Director - Autism Services Todd Harris, Ph.D., explains why the cornerstones of athletic success are similar for individuals with autism.

At an end-of-year event sponsored by the Medical Executive Committee of the Florida Hospital System, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Florida was awarded a donation of $15,000.

Learn more about Devereux Arizona foster parents Sydni and Emery Engle - and their adoption journey - in this Arizona Daily Star article.

Earlier this year, the Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association created a Steering Committee to guide the organization’s future direction through a deepened understanding of what its members value and find important. RCPA represents providers of health and human services (like Devereux) who are committed to effective, efficient and high-quality care.

The Main Line Chamber of Commerce recently honored Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Organizational Development Practitioner Sarah Ellen Lenahan with its 2017 “Chairman’s Award.”

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health President and CEO Robert Q. Kreider was featured recently in a Main Line Today article that puts a spotlight on his 23-year legacy at the organization.

Devereux goes international! Executive Director of Autism Services Todd Harris, Ph.D., was a presenter at the Association for Behavior Analysis International’s^® Ninth International Conference, held November 14-15, in Paris.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, one of the nation’s oldest and largest nonprofit providers of behavioral healthcare, today announced that its Board of Directors named Renee Martin, J.D., R.N., M.S.N. as the organization’s new senior vice president and general counsel, effective Dec. 4, 2017.

Nearly 600 guests experienced a magical evening during Devereux Pennsylvania’s annual Hope Gala on November 11 at The Fillmore in Philadelphia.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, one of the oldest, largest, and most-respected nonprofit providers of behavioral healthcare in the nation, announced today its Board of Trustees has appointed Carl E. Clark II as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends, and to give thanks for the many gifts we experience in our lives.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona Executive Director Lane Barker was recently named Phoenix Business Journal's “CEO of the Year” in its inaugural “C-Suite Awards” event on October 19.

A strong brand is one of an organization’s greatest assets. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Senior Vice President of External Affairs Leah Yaw shares points to consider for nonprofit organizations looking to refresh or enhance their brands.

According to Sharicka McHenry’s life plan, she’d be married with children by the time she was 30. But by the time she and her wife, Donna, both found out they were medically unable to have biological children, Sharicka was 37. Click here to read this New York Magazine article about Devereux Arizona parents Sharicka and Donna McHenry - and their foster care journey.

In September, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health President and CEO Robert Q. Kreider appeared on Comcast Newsmakers, where he shared information about the organization, his achievements as president and CEO, and details about the organization’s annual Hope Gala on November 11.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Director of Clinical and Professional Affairs Megan Russell-Currie was recently appointed to the American Psychological Association’s (APA) Integrated Health Care Alliance Advisory Board.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Vice President of Operations and Organizational Development Rayni Brindley was recently selected to join the Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association (RCPA) Children’s Steering Committee.

Hurricane Harvey has been devastating to the residents of Texas both in Houston / League City and Victoria, where Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has programs.

At Devereux, our direct support professionals are the lifeblood of our organization. During Direct Support Professionals Week (DSP) - September 10-16 - Devereux recognizes and celebrates its DSPs’ efforts to bring help and healing to the individuals we serve every day.

The Devereux Center for Resilient Children’s “Devereux Early Childhood Assessment” (DECA) Program provides teachers and families with a strength-based assessment and planning system designed to promote resilience in children ages four weeks to six-years-old.

OPEN MINDS recently caught up with Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health President and CEO Bob Kreider to get his thoughts on leadership. Answering three questions, Bob highlighted the importance of getting involved in an organization’s culture, focusing on budget process and listening to employees at all levels of the organization.

In this Philadelphia Medicine Magazine article, Senior Vice President of External Affairs Leah Yaw shares information about the more than 100-year history and evolution of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health. (see pgs. 18-21).

In this Philadelphia Business Journal article, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Carl Clark and Senior Vice President of External Affairs Leah Yaw offer advice and items to consider for any organization undergoing a rebranding effort.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Director of Family and Community Services Amy Kelly was recently selected to participate in a new mental health initiative sponsored by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). The project focuses on better understanding the emotional support and mental health needs of patients and families dealing with a chronic illness.

“Devereux taught me that I am appreciated and that I do matter,” said Shante Chapman, a former Devereux Day School student. When Shante was younger, she was labeled a “brawler” who was prone to bouts of anger and fighting. After her freshman year in high school, she and her family made the decision to continue her high school education at the Devereux Day School in Pennsylvania.

Devereux Pennsylvania’s 30th Annual Golf and Tennis Classic - held at the Philadelphia Cricket Club and the Whitemarsh Valley Country Club - included a golf and tennis tournament, along with live and silent auctions and a cocktail/dinner reception for attendees.

An article written by Devereux employees - Rachel Eisenberg, Ph.D.; Laura Rutherford, Ph.D.; and Barry McCurdy, Ph.D. - was recently featured in Fostering Families Today magazine. The focus: Positive Behavior Support in treatment foster care.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, one of the nation’s oldest and largest nonprofit providers of behavioral healthcare, announced that Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Carl E. Clark II was elected to the Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association’s (RCPA) Board of Directors.

In a two-part series about fostering strong relationships between physicians and children with special needs, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Director of Family and Community Services Amy Kelly shares her experiences - Tips for Navigating the Special Needs World with Your Child’s Doctor - with Philly.com’s Healthy Kids Blog.

At Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, we celebrate our nurses and teachers all year long. But during National Nurses Week and National Teacher Appreciation Week, we really want to give our nurses and teachers a special shout out!

Donna and Sharicka McHenry were satisfied with their lives in Phoenix, Ariz., but something was missing. “We always wanted children,” said Donna. “We wanted one of our own, but we also knew we would go through the foster care process because there are nearly 18,000 children living in the child welfare system in Arizona.” The couple are now parents to four siblings who previously were in foster care.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, one of the nation’s oldest and largest nonprofit providers of behavioral healthcare, recently announced that Robert Q. Kreider, President and CEO, will retire in January 2018, following more than 20 years of extraordinary service.

On February 25, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York hosted a “Glow Light” party for nearly 70 residents and staff members and it was a huge hit!

When working to improve educational outcomes for students with learning differences, it is essential to focus on cultivating behaviors that will equip each student to reach his or her true potential. At Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s Leo Kanner Learning Center, creative forms of learning are taking center stage when it comes to building confidence, generating positive behaviors and putting children with differences on a level playing field.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health’s special screening of the movie Life, Animated was presented to a near sell-out crowd on February 13 in Pelham, N.Y. The event, held in partnership with The Picture House, was followed by a Q&A session with Ron and Cornelia Suskind, the parents featured in the film.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health leaders Senior Vice President of External Affairs Leah Yaw and Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Carl Clark were featured in a recent issue of the Family Focused Treatment Association’s newsletter - FOCUS. The topic: launching an organizational rebrand.

Devereux Center for Effective Schools Director Dr. Barry McCurdy was recently appointed to the Association for Positive Behavior Support (APBS) Board of Directors. Dr. McCurdy was elected by his peers to serve a three-year term (2017-2020).