Our Commitment
At Target Community & Educational Services, Inc., we believe that every individual deserves to live a life that is both independent and enriching. Our Personal Supports Program is designed to provide direct, hands-on assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—whether they live with their families or independently. We focus on fostering autonomy, building meaningful community connections, and delivering personalized care every day.
What We Offer
Customized Support Services
- Contract-Based Assistance:
We offer services on a contract basis for individuals and families in Carroll and Montgomery Counties. Every service is tailored to meet the unique needs of each participant. - Daily Living Support:
Our dedicated staff assist with essential life skills, including budgeting, cooking, nutrition, cleaning, shopping, and fitness—helping individuals thrive day to day. - Promoting Independence & Community Involvement:
Through one-on-one and small group activities, we foster community integration and meaningful peer relationships.
Flexible Service Hours
- Funding & Scheduling:
Services are funded through the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and are also available on a private pay basis. - Individualized Service Hours:
Participants receive between 5 to 80 hours of support per week, based on input from families, providers, Service Coordinators, and the DDA. - Customized to Your Schedule:
Our flexible model ensures support is delivered at times and frequencies that align with each participant’s goals and lifestyle.
Our Teams
Carroll County Personal Supports Team
- Lisa Daigle, Director of Personal Supports
Email: ldaigle@targetcommunity.org | Phone: 410-848-9090, ext. 128 - Laurel Holmes, Personal Supports Manager
Email: lholmes@targetcommunity.org | Phone: 410-848-9090, ext. 132 - Cera Tarr, Personal Supports Manager
Email: ctarr@targetcommunity.org | Phone: 410-848-9090, ext. 118
Montgomery County Personal Supports Team
- Dodzi Obobi, Director of Personal Supports
Email: dobobi@targetcommunity.org | Phone: 410-848-9090, ext. 211 - Mavis Ackun, Personal Supports Manager
Email: mackun@targetcommunity.org | Phone: 410-848-9090, ext. 216 - Keweleh Dean, Personal Supports Manager
Email: kdean@targetcommunity.org | Phone: 410-848-9090, ext. 219 - Bani Davalos, Personal Supports Manager
Email: bdavalos@targetcommunity.org | Phone: 410-848-9090, ext. 212
Join Our Journey Toward Independence
At Target Community, we’re committed to empowering lives through compassionate, customized care. Whether you're an individual seeking support or a family looking for dependable, flexible services, our Personal Supports Program is here to help you thrive.