What’s Happening at the HabCenter:
Maxwell Leadership Workshop Hosted by Ana Sasmiresan!
A heartfelt thank you to Ana Sasmiresan, Vice President at Randstad, Founder and CLO at Transformation Through Conversations, Executive Program Leader with Maxwell Leadership, and Board of Director at HabCenter. Her dedication and guidance were on full display during...
HabCenter Welcomes New Impact Growth Strategist!
The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) is excited to welcome Andre Bogsan as our new Impact Growth Strategist. A seasoned leader with a distinguished career spanning over 28 years, Andre brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and strategic...
We want to thank our loyal supporter, Cultural Council for Palm Beach County!
HabCenter has been awarded $80,000 for our Arts & Cultural Education Fund from Cultural Council For Palm Beach County. This funding means the world to us and our clients, enabling us to expand our Arts & Music programming at our new STEAM Center and empower...
HabCenter Announces Maryanne Rodriguez as the new Director of Advancement and Social Impact!
The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) is pleased to welcome Maryanne Rodriguez as the organization’s new Director of Advancement and Social Impact. Maryanne will oversee fundraising efforts, cultivate relationships with community partners and stakeholders, and provide...
Loving family leaves a Legacy at HabCenter with The Romanello Scholarship!
The HabCenter is proud to announce the establishment of the Christine and Albert Romanello Memorial Endowed Scholarship. This scholarship fund is designed to assist our clients with programming fees and other essential needs, ensuring that more individuals can benefit...
HabBeeLity Honey Program at HabCenter!
We've got some sweet news that's creating quite a buzz – introducing HabBeeLity Honey! HabCenter has officially established the HabBeeLity Honey Program. We are working with Sierra Bees who will educate our clients about the important role bees play in our ecosystem,...
Sherry A. Henry, CEO at HabCenter Boca Raton, has been honored with the Game Changer Award!
We are thrilled to announce that Sherry A. Henry, CEO at HabCenter Boca Raton, has been honored with the Game Changer Award at the South Florida Business & Wealth’s 3rd Annual Diversity and Inclusion 2024 Awards! Sherry’s dedication to fostering a more inclusive...
Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director – Ana Sasmiresan!
Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director – Ana Sasmiresan! Ana Sasmiresan is the S/N Florida Vice President at Randstad Operational Talent Solutions, the number one global human resources provider. She is a dynamic and accomplished professional known for her...
Donna Verni – Saltability Success Story
Donna's journey towards finding meaningful employment has been nothing short of inspiring. Despite facing numerous obstacles, her determination and resilience have led her to a remarkable opportunity with Saltability, a company renowned for its Himalayan salt stones...
HabCenter Boca Raton Receives $115,000 from the Truist Foundation.
Boca Raton, FL (December 11, 2023) The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) recently received a $115,000 grant from the Truist Foundation. This charitable grant supports the HabCenter’s mission. It will provide people with lifelong disabilities, who are systemically...
Woman of Distinction Winner Appointed Board President for Center Educating Neurodiverse Population
Boca Raton, FL (November 8, 2023) Soroptimist International Woman on Distinction 2023 winner, Barbara Cambia was recently appointed as new Board President for HabCenter Boca Raton. HabCenter has served individuals with developmental differences and mental health...
Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director – Thomas Moraca!
Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director - Thomas Moraca!Thomas Moraca, Owner of Moraca Builders Inc., is a visionary entrepreneur and the driving force behind Moraca Builders, a renowned construction company known for its commitment to excellence and innovation in...
Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director – Sarah Pearson!
Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director – Sarah Pearson!Sarah Pearson currently serves as the Executive Vice President for the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. In this role, Sarah directs a team of Chamber professionals, supporting more than 1,600 Member...
Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director – Emily Grabelsky!
Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director - Emily Grabelsky!Emily Grabelsky moved from Detroit to Palm Beach County 30 years ago. Prior to moving to Boca Raton, she was the Director of Special Projects for the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. As a past...
HabCenter’s Supported Employment Program Vocational Success Story
In the vibrant community of West Boca, the arrival of the new Sprouts Farmers Market on Glades Road has not only brought new business opportunities but also provided enterprising partnerships and employment prospects for community members. Among those who have...
Kingdom Charitable Trust’s Impactful Gift to Create Lasting Transformation
Boca Raton, FL (August 1, 2023) Habilitation Center for the Handicapped, Inc. (HabCenter) is excited to announce that Kingdom Charitable Trust recently awarded the Center with a $33,000 grant to support the Literacy and Education Program at HabCenter. This grant will...
Boca’s training center for developmental differences chooses insider as new Chief Executive Officer
Boca Raton, FL (June 6, 2023) The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) board of directors has selected 20-year nonprofit executive Sherry A. Henry, M.B.A., as the affiliate’s new Chief Executive Officer. Effective August 1, she will transition under the leadership of...
HabCenter Receives $100,000 Grant from Impact 100 South Palm Beach County!
Boca Raton, FL (May 23, 2023) Habilitation Center for the Handicapped, Inc. (HabCenter) is thrilled to announce that the nonprofit organization was recently awarded a $100,000 grant from Impact 100 Palm Beach County at the organization’s annual awards event. This...
HabCenter Won Second Place at the Great Charity Challenge Event!
Boca Raton, FL (February 20, 2023) Habilitation Center for the Handicapped, Inc. (HabCenter) is delighted to announce that the nonprofit organization recently won second place at the Great Charity Challenge event, which provided the Center with $90,000 funding. “We...
HabCenter Receives $100,000 Grant from Men Giving Back South Palm Beach County
Boca Raton, FL (February 10, 2023) Habilitation Center for the Handicapped, Inc. (HabCenter) is delighted to announce that the nonprofit organization recently was awarded a $100,000 grant from Men Giving Back South Palm Beach County. This transformational grant to...
We’ve Been Selected!
We are thrilled to share that we have been selected as one of the lucky participants of the 2023 Great Charity Challenge (GCC) sponsored by Fidelity Investments! HabCenter Boca Raton is grateful to GCC and Fidelity for their support for people with special needs. For...
Habilitation Center for the Handicapped Receives a $75,000 Grant from The Jim Moran Foundation.
HabCenter Boca Raton recently received a $75,000 grant from The Jim Moran Foundation. This funding supports inclusive opportunities for people with lifelong disabilities through adult day training programs, emotional and mental health services, preparation for...
HabCenter Announces Sherry A. Henry as the new Director of Development!
Boca Raton, FL (September 6, 2022) The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) is pleased to announce that Sherry A. Henry is the organization’s new Director of Development. As Director of Development, Sherry will oversee fundraising efforts at HabCenter that support the...
Meet Julie!
Julie attended the USA National Special Olympic games in Orlando from June 3rd -12th. Julie is on the Open Water Special Olympic team for Broward County. The Open Water Swim included the United States and the Caribbean; a total of four swimmers from Broward and five...
Hab Hero – Pam Brown, Director of Social Services!
February is National Development Disability Month! The HabCenter would like to shine a light on Pam Brown, Director of Social Services! Pam has been with the HabCenter for 29 years. Pam started off as an intern almost 30 years ago and had always wished to become a...
Annual Report 2021
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Happy Holidays from the HabCenter
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Adults with Special needs at HabCenter Created Fashions & Walked the Runway During the Habilitation Center and Goody Two Shoes Foundation, Inc. aZul FashionAble Blooms Fashion Show & Luncheon
Boca Raton, FL (December 8, 2021) The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) hosted along with Goody Two Shoes Foundation, Inc., a fashion show and luncheon "FashionAble Blooms" on December 3 at the HabCenter Garden in Boca Raton. Families and...
Hab Hero – Magda Marin, Employment Services Coordinator for HabCenter’s Supported Employment Program.
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! HabCenter Shines Light on Accomplishments of Special Needs Community! How long have you been with HabCenter? 3 years What makes HabCenter so unique for those with special needs in our community? The unique and...
Habilitation Center Announces Mindy Shikiar is on the Board of Directors
Boca Raton, FL (September 30, 2021) The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) is pleased to announce that Mindy Shikiar has joined its board of directors. Mindy Shikiar has more than 30 years of progressive health care experience, starting as a registered nurse, evolving...
Hab Hero – Joseph Rengen Operations Manager at HabCo Manufacturing
HabCo Manufacturing at Habilitation Center is located on our 12 acre campus in Boca Raton, Florida. Our mission at HabCo is to provide training and work opportunities for people with special needs in a highly sophisticated and technical environment. HabCo has trained...
Habilitation Center for the Handicapped Receives $5,000 Grant from the Gary Peters Family Foundation.
Boca Raton, FL (September 14, 2021) The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) recently received a $5,000 grant from the Gary Peters Family Foundation. This charitable grant supports the HabCenter’s mission and the organization’s day programs that provide desperately needed...
Nonprofit Spotlight: Habilitation Center helps special-needs adults gain skills, knowledge, confidence.
What does the Habilitation Center do? For more than 40 years, we have been providing adults with special needs with the knowledge, skills and behavior needed to lead useful and productive lives, with dignity, respect and independence. With an array of programs, we...
The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) recently received a $10,000 grant from Bank of America.
The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) recently received a $10,000 grant from Bank of America. This charitable grant supports the organization's efforts to bring clients safely back (due to the pandemic) into HabCenter facilities to work, earn income, and recover...
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