ABOUT US
Chesapeake Center, Inc. was founded in 1967 by a group of concerned parents, desperate to find meaningful opportunities for their adult children with disabilities. The property at 713 Dover Road was donated by Talbot County philanthropist, Mrs. Alton Jones.
Chesapeake Center provides
Meaningful Day Services that include:
Career Exploration
Community Development Services
Day Habilitation
Follow Along Job Supports
Ongoing Job
Many of the individuals live in residences owned and operated by Chesapeake Center. Living with 3 to 5 other adults, Residential individuals learn how to take care of themselves and their house. For those who master household skills and can safely live alone, Chesapeake Center offers Supportive Living with services provided daily by trained Direct Support Professionals.
As a not for profit agency, Chesapeake Center is reimbursed for many of its community-based services by the Maryland Department of Health and Hygiene’s Developmental Disabilities Administration. Eligibility is determined by DDA by contacting Developmental Disability Administration – See how to apply below.
Our Board of Directors
Jesse Hammock, Esq., Chair
Deborah A. Collison, Vice Chair
Seth Beatty
Abigail Graves
Joan H. McGarry
Larry Neviaser
Mandy Owen, PA
Jason C. Price
Andrew Smith
Patricia D. Stein
Bryan D. Wieland
Important Facts
Chesapeake Center, Inc. manages a multi-building campus, located at 713 Dover Street that includes administrative offices, Career Exploration Facility Based Services, Day Habilitation, and residences, while serving a diverse adult population from the Mid-Shore region.