Worcester County Development Center
Since its inception in 1973, WCDC has served as a lifeline for adults with developmental disabilities – a bridge to friendship, work, and independence. Our educational, social, vocational, and residential programs are designed to encourage self-reliance, achievement, and economic independence. Services are based on an individual directed approach. Each program participant, with assistance from their team, chooses the services and supports they receive.
Worcester County Developmental Center is committed to empowering adults with disabilities to be inclusive members of society capable of independent thinking and advocating for themselves to create rich, meaningful lives.
The principles identified in our vision are independence, productivity, and inclusion. All projects and activities of the WCDC programs shall be carried out in a manner consistent with these core principles.
INDEPENDENCE – Our clients are primary decision-makers in all aspects of their lives.
PRODUCTIVITY –Our clients will have opportunities to pursue meaningful and productive lives.
INCLUSION –Our clients have the right to participate fully in their community with necessary supports.
Today, the center provides a wide range of services to individuals with developmental disabilities that include: Residential, Meaningful Day, Employment and Personal Supports.
Yes, an independent financial audit is conducted annually. In addition, state auditors periodically examine program records and services provided.
A board of directors ultimately governs the Worcester County Developmental Center, Inc., comprised of individuals from the local community.
The center focuses its services primarily on the Worcester County, MD, area while also accommodating attendees from surrounding counties like Wicomico and Somerset.
The Center provides transportation covering all of Worcester County, MD, and shuttle service from Salisbury, leaving and returning to Holly Center. All vehicles arrive at the day program facility at 8:45am and leave in the afternoon at 2:45pm.
WCDC is seeking volunteers who are enthusiastic and passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. If you are interested in serving on either board, contact Stephanie James, Executive Director, at (410) 632-2382, or via email at sjames@wcdcservices.org for more information.
The Board governs the organization and has specific fiduciary responsibilities for which it must be accountable. These responsibilities generally include oversight of policy, budgeting, planning, fundraising, human resources, program evaluation and board development for the nonprofit. Board Members should be committed to the fundraising process and participate.