HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING ATHARMONY DAY SUPPORT
Guidelines for Providers of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
The following list was sent from the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services to be used as guidelines for providers of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services following the issuance of Executive Order 53 on March 23, 2020. DBHDS would also like to say “thank you for your commitment to providing services to Virginians […]
A Letter From Our Director
Dear Families, Participants, and Coworkers: Harmony Day Support is doing our part to help slow the spread of the Corona Virus. Although we do not at present have any staff or participants who have been infected (to our knowledge), a proactive plan has been in place to reduce any possible passing on of any infection […]
Covid-19 (Corona Virus)
This new virus has made its way to our state. In order to comply with The National Health Department guidelines and to keep everyone as safe as possible, we are instituting the following policy effective immediately: Everyone who is sick, with a cold, flu, or any illness, should stay home. If called to pick up […]
World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day is a day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. This is a day to talk about what needs to be done to make mental health care a reality for people worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, someone loses their life to suicide, somewhere in the […]
Forest River Bus Announces Recipient of Bus Giveaway
For Immediate Release: Elkhart, IN- Forest River Bus is proud to announce the recipient of the bus giveaway pledged to celebrate the building of our 100,000th vehicle. With more than 200 submissions, the process of choosing the winner was both challenging and emotional for the committee of four individuals; two individuals from the local community […]
The Joys of Cooking
Cooking is a way for people to bond with family, partners, and friends. For some, it is an edible art form. Staff at Harmony know how important it is that our individuals learn needed independent living skills, like doing laundry or cleaning, so that they may gain employment and have the ability to one day […]
The Importance of Music
Music plays an important role in the lives of most people. Music can be calming or invigorating, ready for any mood or event. Staff at Harmony have discovered the joy that music brings to our individuals through listening to their favorite genres or making their own songs by singing and using instruments. Currently, individuals have access […]
August Pet Therapy
In mid-August James and Ginie Cabaniss brought in their beautiful Irish Wolfhound! We found that bringing in dogs brightens everyone’s day. Because of the unconditional love of therapy animals, they give those who they’re supporting comfort and happiness. Not surprisingly, all of our individuals loved getting to feed, pet, and brush him as he wagged his […]
Summer Picnic Series
Last week, we were had a blast as we broke out the grill for another instillation for the 2018 Summer Picnic Series at Harmony Day Support. This summer, all of our individuals have been enjoying a weekly picnic with the staff. Last week, all of our individuals and staff came together to enjoy some beautiful […]