Contact Information
555 South Market Street
Frederick, Maryland 21701-6548
Telephone/TTY: (301)663-9588
FAX: (301)663-0020
E-mail:
Web Address: www.jeannebussard.org
Jeanne Bussard Center
Services Offered
Supported Employment, Day Habilitation Program, Sheltered Workshop/Vocational Day Program, Individual Support Services, and Transportation.
Individuals Have the Following Types of Disabilities:
Autism, Mental Retardation, Behavioral Problems, Deafness/Severe Hearing Impairment, Blindness/Severe Vision Impairment, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorder, Mental Disorder, Mental Retardation, Head Injury, Cystic Fibrosis, Orthopedic Impairment, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, Speech/Language Impairment, Specific Learning Disability
Number of Individuals Currently Being Served: 80
Ages Served: 18-90
Home Region of DDA: Western
Counties Served: Frederick County
Year Established: 1965
Mission Statement
To promote and provide employment, educational, social and recreational opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Unique or Distinctive Qualities
Serves diverse population of individuals based on their unique needs.
In addition to vocational programs, a Day Habilitation Program is now offered to individuals who desire socialization and activities of daily living.
Discuss How Your Agency Has Utilized The "Ask Me!" Survey Results.
Case Managers meet bi-weekly and take into consideration the survey resukts, in order to better meet the needs and wants of individuals with various challenged.
The "Ask Me!" Survey Results is available for the general public
Discuss your quality assurance practices, including any agency accreditations
Annual Quality Assurance Plan approved by DDA each year.
How Does Your Agency Support People In Becoming Active Members Of Their Community?
Full time job development person, who also networks with the community through various groups.
Steps Individuals Must Take to Apply for Services
Contact Service Coordination and/or Bruce Sprague, Deputy Director.
Special Considerations/Comments: N/A.
Funding Sources: Developmental Disabilities Administration, Sales Revenue.
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