2025 CQL Award of Excellence

by | Oct 15, 2025 | Uncategorized

On October 14 in Philadelphia, we were honored to receive the 2025 CQL Award of Excellence on behalf of all staff of MHDS who work tirelessly to make us worthy of this distinction.  Accepting in Philadelphia on our behalf was Tomika Barbour, Director of Quality...

Direct Support Professional Award Given

by | Sep 13, 2025 | Uncategorized

We are proud to recognize Naomi, the first recipient of Tarrytown Expocare Pharmacy’s annual Direct Support Professional Award. At 87 years old, Naomi continues to dedicate herself with compassion, strength, and unwavering commitment to the individuals she supports....

Transition Spotlight: Johnathon Saavedra

by | Jul 30, 2025 | Uncategorized

We’re so proud of our MAPs (Medicaid Alternative Pathways to Independence) enrollee, Johnathan Saavedra, for being featured in the TransitionTN Newsletter!  Read the entire feature by clicking the button below the image.  Read the Full...

MHDS Riding the Bus to Independence

by | Nov 26, 2024 | Uncategorized

Independence is essential for everyone. At MHDS, we understand that each person’s journey to self-sufficiency is unique. Our mission is to support individuals in gaining the skills and confidence they need to thrive. Watch the video below to see how MHDS is...

New Facility Open House

by | Jul 12, 2024 | Uncategorized

After 46 years in at a facility on Garland Drive, last year MHDS relocated to facilities which will support their services for decades to come. We formalized the move with an Open House & Ribbon Cutting recently. The Bill Brewer Office Complex allows for program...

Spring 2024

by | May 23, 2024 | Uncategorized

Our annual Spring Banquet is coming up on Friday, April 26, 2024, from 5 -8 pm at the Jackson Fairgrounds! Join us for an evening of fun, food, and dancing! ** Register by April 1, 2024. Click the flyer to see the brochure and registration form.

TNCO Recognizes Two MHDS Affiliates

by | Mar 8, 2024 | Uncategorized

Tennessee Community Organizations (TNCO) is a statewide trade association for service provider organizations that support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Tennessee. TNCO member organizations provide a full array of services such as...

We’ve Moved!

by | Oct 6, 2023 | Uncategorized

Moving office is a lot like moving house – it’s no small feat! But we’ve completed our move and we’re getting settled in. We also took this opportunity to name our office communities and we think you’ll love the changes! Take a look below...

MHDS Through the Years Series: 2010’s

by | Aug 22, 2022 | Uncategorized

Adult Day Activity Center Madison Haywood Developmental Services Mental Health & Developmental Services Historical Timeline          2010 – Mar 1 – Ground breaks to double the size and capacity of the Jackson Workshop 2011 – Mar 8 – Awarded...