Community generosity came together in a big way at HabCenter’s 2nd Annual Chopstick Challenge, where a sold-out crowd helped more than double the event’s fundraising and in-kind support from its inaugural year. Chaired by Palm Beach County philanthropist Denise...

Public and local officials showed up to help HabCenter Boca Raton officially open a sensory room and program for adults with special needs who need a getaway space. Or as 16-year client Rudolph Green Jr. said at Wednesday’s ribbon cutting, “this will ease my mind. I...

BOCA RATON, FL. — HabCenter Boca Raton has announced that philanthropist and nonprofit leader Denise Fraile will serve as Chair of the 2026 Chopstick Challenge, the organization's signature summer fundraiser taking place on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to...

We are thrilled to welcome 𝗝𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗞𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗰𝘀 as HabCenter Boca Raton’s new Director of Advancement & Social Impact — a key leadership role as we expand our impact in 2026 and beyond.With over a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership, Jennifer brings deep...

When the HabCenter Supported Employment Team first met Sharon in October 2025, she came with a clear and heartfelt goal: she wanted to return to food service work. Ideally, she hoped to be in a school, hospital, or nursing home—environments she knew well and where she...

Exciting News from HabCenter Boca Raton! We are thrilled to announce that 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿 has joined our team as Sales Executive for HabCenter Boca Raton!In his new role, Daniel will be leading sales efforts for our 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 and 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘆, proudly...

Full Article on VoyageMIA! Today we’d like to introduce you to Sherry A. Henry. Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?My story begins in Kingston, Jamaica,...

Testimonial from Mrs. Kathy M., Mother of Tracy M. "I just wanted to send a note to tell you how much I appreciate the HabCenter and everyone who works there for trying to keep everything going as well as it has been in a difficult time. Always, your main goal is to...

Testimonial from Mrs. Candace T., Mother of Marcus M. I am writing to express my sincere gratitude and admiration for HabCenter Boca Raton. My son, Marcus, is a current employee, and he absolutely loves it. From the moment we walked in for orientation, I knew we had...

Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director – Sonni (Jay) Johnson! HabCenter Boca Raton proudly welcomes Sonni (Jay) Johnson to our Board of Directors. Sonni is a visionary and purpose-driven leader in the financial services industry, widely respected for his strategic...

Strengthening Lives Together: Florida Blue Supports HabCenter’s Essential Programs HabCenter is deeply grateful to Florida Blue for their generous contribution in support of our Social Services and Development Training programs. Their commitment to strengthening...

HabCenter Boca Raton Receives Transformational $120,000 Grant from the Carl Angus DeSantis Foundation. Boca Raton, FL (September 4, 2025) — HabCenter Boca Raton is honored to announce a generous grant of $120,000 from the Carl Angus DeSantis Foundation. This...

Chopstick Challenge Triumph: HabCenter Raises Over $36,000 at Boca Festival Days, Empowering Neurodiverse Futures Boca Raton, FL (August 25, 2025) — It was a chop-tastic evening at the HabCenter’s Chopstick Challenge, part of the 48th annual Boca Chamber Festival...

Welcome HabCenter’s New Board of Director – Fareed “Freddy” Farraj! HabCenter Boca Raton proudly welcomes Fareed “Freddy” Farraj to our Board of Directors. A U.S. military veteran, community leader, and successful business owner, Freddy lives by the belief that the...

HabCenter Boca Raton is excited to highlight a generous donation from Moraca Builders Inc. and Thomas Moraca - we’ve got a new truck on the road!   This incredible gift allows us to expand our reach - delivering beautiful plants from our HabBloom Plant Nursery and...

Major Gift investment Fuels programs That Build Confidence, Community, and Career Paths at HabCenter Boca Raton BOCA RATON, FL — Adults with developmental differences in Palm Beach and Broward Counties will gain access to more paid job training, social support, and...

HabCenter Boca Raton is thrilled to express its deepest gratitude to South Florida Golf Carts for their incredible generosity in restoring a non-operational golf cart that had been out of service....

We are thrilled to share a heartwarming story of generosity and commitment from two of our most dedicated supporters, Scott and Lisa Purks. For over five years, the Purks have demonstrated their unwavering love and dedication to the clients of HabCenter. Their journey...

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 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...

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...

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,...

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! 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'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...

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...

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!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!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!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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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. 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...