As a result of working with Melwood, my worldview on people with disabilities has changed. Almost 70% of Melwood staff are people with disabilities working side by side with people who do not identify as having a disability. And yet in many circumstances, it is impossible to determine who does and who does not have a disability. Everyone is doing their job to the best of their ability - to create a world that is fully inclusive of people with disabilities. Melwood has allowed me to recognize my own biases, and become even more passionate about supporting this crucial work.
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- (301) 599-8000
- 5606 Dower House Rd Uppr Marlboro MD 20772 USA
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Human Services
Mission: Melwood’s mission is to advocate for and empower individuals with disabilities to transform their own lives through unique opportunities to work and play in the community.
Target demographics: people with disabilities and injured veterans
Direct beneficiaries per year: 2,500 people in the DMV area.
Geographic areas served: the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.
Programs: employment opportunities for people with disabilities in the private sector and through the AbilityOne Program; Operation Tohidu, a healing retreat for survivors of military sexual trauma; Camp Accomplish, an inclusive summer camp for children of all abilities; vocational support employment services, and community based services.