Damar Services, Inc.

03/11/2026

Today we celebrate 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲, and we are proud to recognize 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐓𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲, 𝐌𝐒, 𝐑𝐃𝐍, 𝐋𝐃 for the incredible work she does every day at Damar.

Kathy plays an important role in supporting the health and wellbeing of the individuals we serve. Through her expertise in nutrition and her understanding of the unique needs of our population, she helps ensure that food is not only nourishing, but also supportive of behavioral health, growth, and overall quality of life.

From guiding therapeutic nutrition practices to supporting our Food and Nutrition team, Kathy’s work helps connect the power of food with better health outcomes for our clients.

Thank you, Kathy, for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to the mission of Damar. We are grateful for the difference you make every day.

03/09/2026

Recently, Damar President and CEO Dr. Jim Dalton joined Mason King on the 𝘐𝘉𝘑 𝘗𝘰𝘥𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵 to talk about his journey to Damar and the vision guiding our growth across Indiana.

In the conversation, Dr. Dalton reflects on how Damar has grown over the past two decades — expanding our reach to serve more children, adults and families who rely on the specialized care and support our team provides every day. He also shares the philosophy that continues to guide our work:

"𝘐𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴, 𝘸𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘦𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮."

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://megaphone.link/ANAIA9012413404

We’re grateful to the Indianapolis Business Journal for highlighting the mission and impact of Damar.

03/08/2026

Here’s to the women who lead.
The women who advocate.
The women who inspire, create change and champion others.

Today we celebrate the strength, compassion and leadership of women everywhere.

At Damar, we are grateful for the women who serve every day — from the staff who support our clients to the mothers and caregivers who stand beside them.

Your impact is powerful. Your voice matters. And your work is helping create brighter futures.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲.

03/06/2026

We’re proud to have Damar leaders sharing their expertise today at the 23rd Annual NAMI Indiana Mental Health & Criminal Justice Summit.

Dr. Kristin McCoy, Executive Vice President of Intensive ID/DD Services, and Jared Loper, Supervisor of the Damar Response Team, are presenting on how therapeutic principles can help resolve distressing situations while equipping caregivers with tools to prevent future disruptions.

Their work reflects Damar’s commitment to compassionate, evidence-based approaches that support individuals with complex needs and strengthen the systems that serve them.

This Friday, learn how the Damar Services, Inc. Response Team uses therapeutic principles to resolve distressing situations and equip caregivers with tools to prevent future disruptions. Discover a smarter, more compassionate approach to crisis response. https://bit.ly/NAMI-Indiana-Summit26

03/05/2026

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩. The truth is, you don’t have to wait for a crisis.

The 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 is here when situations begin to feel overwhelming, behaviors start to escalate, or when you simply need guidance on what to do next.

Our trained professionals can help stabilize the moment, provide practical strategies and connect you with the right resources.

Support is no-cost and available for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the families who support them.

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝟑𝟏𝟕-𝟒𝟎𝟗-𝟕𝟏𝟑𝟖 𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦@𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫.𝐨𝐫𝐠.

03/04/2026

This week we had the pleasure of welcoming the team from Mission to Ukraine to Damar. During their visit, they toured our Indianapolis campus and learned more about the services we provide to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Their goal is to replicate our model of care in Ukraine — expanding access, support and opportunity for individuals and families who need it most. We’re grateful for the opportunity to share our work and collaborate in ways that can create impact far beyond our community.

03/02/2026

Damar Charter Academy and Damar Academy will operate on a two-hour delay today, March 2, due to weather conditions. Please stay safe.

03/01/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭. 𝐀. 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭.

John Mulaney brought his unmistakable wit and brilliant comedy, closing an evening that perfectly balanced heart and humor.

Meaningful moments throughout the night grounded us in purpose — rallying the community in support of Damar’s mission.

To our sponsors, guests, volunteers, supporters and dedicated staff, 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐘𝐎𝐔. Because of you, opportunities grow, lives change and brighter futures take shape for the individuals and families we serve every day.

03/01/2026

This is why we gather.

Tonight, we had the honor of sharing one powerful client story — a story of growth, resilience and the life-changing impact of compassionate, specialized care at Damar.

We’re also turning inspiration into action as we raise funds to build a splash pad on our Indianapolis campus — a safe, inclusive space designed for joy, connection and therapeutic water play.

For many of the individuals we serve, access to safe water environments can be life-changing. This splash pad will create opportunities for movement, confidence and pure childhood fun in a setting built just for them.

02/28/2026

It’s officially Gala night.

The doors are open, the lights are glowing and the energy inside the 2026 Damar Gala is electric. Guests are arriving ready for an evening packed with celebration, connection and unforgettable entertainment and impact.

From sparkling details and lively conversation, to the laughter and excitement building throughout the room, tonight promises powerful moments, joyful surprises and plenty of fun along the way.

The stage is set for an incredible experience, and the night is just getting started.

02/26/2026

𝐓𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐓𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭. 𝐓𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬.

This week, we proudly celebrate three remarkable team members reaching this incredible milestone at Damar.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐉𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐲 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬-𝐑𝐞𝐞𝐜𝐞, chief strategy officer, has made a profound impact on our organization through her transformational and forward-thinking leadership, clear vision and unwavering compassion and commitment to expanding opportunities for the individuals and families we serve.

𝐄𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐇𝐚𝐰𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐬, members of our Food & Nutrition team, bring passion and dedication to work that makes a meaningful difference every day. Their contributions play a vital role in the health, development and success of the children we serve.

Thank you for a decade of commitment, heart and service. Damar is better because of you.