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Monarch Appoints Blake Martin, MHA, President

MONARCH APPOINTS BLAKE MARTIN, MHA, AS PRESIDENTPeggy Terhune, Ph.D., MBA, OTR/L Remains CEO, Leading Company’s Strategic Vision ALBEMARLE, NC – Monarch, a leading provider of…

Evelyn and Steven: 27 Years of Growth, Friendship, and Support

Evelyn and Steven were fully engaged in a friendly game of Yahtzee, a staple of their regular skill-building sessions. This wasn’t just about rolling dice—it…

Discover the Role of a Direct Support Professional and How to Join Our Team!

Discover the rewarding role of a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and how you can make a meaningful impact. Learn about the key responsibilities, essential skills,…

Meaningful Employment and Mental Illness: Daphne Hutchins Finds Work Through IPS Services

On her first day as a new waitress at Cracker Barrel in Lumberton, NC, Daphne Hutchison felt a mix of excitement and nerves. This wasn’t…

Educational Tool Helps Day Program Participants Explore Job Opportunities

Attendees at Monarch’s day programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) can explore potential job opportunities using CreateAbility, an educational software designed to…

Sierra Turner’s Journey with Care Management

Sierra Turner has accomplished things she never thought were possible, all with the support of her care management team at Monarch.   When Sierra dances, she…

Creating a Calming Space The Sensory Room at Stanly Industrial Services

Soft, twinkling lights illuminate the back wall, while the gentle sound of bubbling water mingles with the colorful lights in a tall tower. The sensory…

Coping with Prader-Willi Syndrome: Perseverance and Community Impact

Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a genetic condition that causes a constant feeling of hunger, leading to overeating and often obesity. According to the National Prader-Willi…

Robert Mitchell Finds Stability Through Monarch’s IPS Employment Support

Finding meaningful employment can be challenging, especially when facing health concerns and barriers in the job search. For Robert Mitchell, securing a job meant more…

Shakil Jefferson Finds the Right Career with Monarch’s IPS Program

Finding the right job can be challenging, especially when balancing personal and professional goals. With support from Monarch’s Individual Placement and Support (IPS) program in…

The Impact of Volunteering: People Supported by Monarch Give Back to Their Communities

Anthony Blount is one of many individuals supported by Monarch who seizes every opportunity to give back. Outside his regular job, Blount dedicates at least…