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Misty shares her experience watching PSW’s work programs evolve over the years

PSW November 25, 2025 No Comments

Opportunity has always been at the core of PSW’s mission, and few people have seen that growth firsthand like our long-term staff. In today’s video, Misty shares her experience watching…

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Hear from members of our PSW family who carry forward the vision that began in 1956

PSW November 20, 2025 No Comments

From our earliest days to today, one thing has always defined PSW, the people who bring our mission to life. In this video, you’ll hear from members of our PSW…

Val, a PSW staff member, smiling during her interview for the video featured on this page.

Val shares her memories of PSW’s founders, Lupe and Dean Hahn

PSW November 17, 2025 No Comments

PSW began with a simple belief that everyone deserves dignity, opportunity, and belonging. In this special video, Val shares her memories of PSW’s founders, Lupe and Dean Hahn, their dedication,…

Vince is holding his Employee of the Month plaque while standing next to his director, Rick.

October Employee of the Month

PSW November 17, 2025 No Comments

Vince has proven to be an incredible asset to PSW since joining just over one year ago. From day one, he has consistently displayed a work ethic second to none…

Flyer for the PSW Christmas Program featuring an adaptation of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, with decorative artwork of characters from the movie. The flyer includes event details for the Christmas play.

You are invited

PSW November 15, 2025 No Comments

You are invited to a very special PSW Christmas Program! We are excited to welcome the community to join us for our holiday play as PSW presents an adaptation of…

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Thank You For Your Service

PSW November 11, 2025 No Comments

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and selflessness. Your service and sacrifice protect the freedoms we enjoy every day. From…

September Employee of the Month

PSW October 9, 2025 No Comments

For more than 11 years, Jonathan has been a steady and compassionate presence in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. His dedication goes far beyond simply meeting…

Two PSW maintenance team members stand on a rooftop next to HVAC equipment, smiling and giving hand gestures while working under a cloudy sky. Both wear PSW uniforms and safety gear, with tools and parts laid out around them.

Our Maintenance Team

PSW October 3, 2025 No Comments

While many of our staff are preparing for the winter months by dusting off umbrellas and pulling sweaters from the closet, our maintenance team has their own important mission. Vince…

Marty Houk stands beside a smiling colleague at his retirement celebration, holding a custom wooden saw-shaped award engraved with messages from coworkers and a PSW plaque recognizing his dedicated service.

Celebrating Marty’s Retirement

PSW October 1, 2025 No Comments

After more than 10 years of dedicated service, we celebrate the retirement of Marty, our longtime Facility Maintenance Manager. Marty has been an incredible part of PSW, embodying our values…

Photo of Vince, Employee of the Month for August, holding his Employee of the Month plaque with his supervisor, Del.

August Employee of the Month

PSW September 22, 2025 No Comments

Join us in celebrating Vince, PSW’s Employee of the Month! Nominated by his peers and proudly recognized by our leadership team, Vince truly embodies PSW’s values. In his role as…

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