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“It Feels Like My Calling”: Quadeir’s Journey as a DSP 

As a Sleepover Specialist at Monarch Healthcare, Quadeir Malone spends his days supporting individuals as they work toward greater independence and pursue personal goals.

“This Is My Why”: Akiah Lyons’ Calling as a DSP 

Akiah serves as Site Manager at Health Drive in New Bern, where she supports individuals, leads staff and helps create an environment centered on inclusion…

Where She Belongs: Tamara Moore’s Commitment to Direct Support 

After arriving at Dogwood House and getting to know the individuals who lived there, Residential Manager Tamara Moore quickly realized it was where she belonged. 

Sandra’s 31 Years of Compassion as a DSP 

As Monarch Healthcare celebrates Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week, Sandra reflects on the experiences, relationships and moments that have made three decades of service…

Wonderfully Made Newsletter

Wonderfully Made is a quarterly newsletter celebrating our shared mission to care for and support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Through stories from…

Helping People Rediscover Themselves Through Psychosocial Rehabilitation with Helen Manning 

Helen Manning shares what brought her to Monarch Healthcare, what a typical day looks like at Richmond PSR and why helping individuals recognize their strengths…

After 20 Years of Service, LaLeita Small Reaches a New Professional Milestone

Monarch Healthcare employee LaLeita Small achieved a longtime goal by earning her Master of Social Work degree from Johnson C. Smith University.

Monarch Healthcare Resident Achieves College Milestone at Randolph Community College 

Hunter Caulder has always enjoyed figuring out how things work. Inspired by his grandfather’s love of engineering, he set a goal of earning a Small…

Monarch Healthcare Celebrates Excellence at 2026 Pinnacle Awards 

Monarch Healthcare recognized four exceptional employees during the 2026 Pinnacle Awards, honoring team members whose compassion, leadership and dedication exemplify the organization's values.

Finding Confidence One Step at a Time Through Tailored Care Management 

Through Monarch’s Tailored Care Management services in Greensboro, Kristine Maher receives whole-person support to help manage her health, build independence and work toward her personal…

A Look Inside Compassionate Crisis Care with Jacquelyn Young

After nearly 14 years with Monarch Healthcare, Jacquelyn Young shares her perspective working as program manager at our Facility-Based Crisis (FBC) Center in Lumberton.

The Story Behind Our New Brand

A new look that reflects the same mission we’ve proudly carried forward for nearly 70 years.  For nearly seven decades, Monarch Healthcare has evolved to meet the changing needs of the people…