Senator Edward R. Reilly sitting at table with two individuals

Congressional Visit

August 31, 2016

Senator Edward R. Reilly paid a visit to Melwood’s Dower House Campus on August 9th. During his campus tour Senator Reilly met a number of our direct support professionals and participants in our day services program. It was a great opportunity for the Senator to witness firsthand the impact that our programs have on the people we serve and the community. He expressed great interest in a number of our programs and services and he looks forward to collaborating on future endeavors.

Senator Reilly represents Maryland’s 33^rd District, in Anne Arundel County. The Senator supports initiatives that protect the environment, expand the number of available jobs and continues the fight for higher education.

About Melwood

Melwood is one of the largest employers of people with disabilities in the country, employing more than 1,600 workers – nearly 1,000 of whom are people with disabilities. Melwood offers job placement, job training, life skills for independence, and support services to more than 2,500 people each year in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Melwood also has an inclusive summer camp program for children and provides employment and support services to veterans and active-duty military members who have experienced service-related trauma or injury. For more information, visit www.Melwood.org.