When Andrew Hughes walks into the Whitehall home each afternoon, the residents know what to expect: consistency, care, and often something delicious from the kitchen. Everyone calls him Hughes. For five years, he has been a steady presence in their lives, arriving Monday through Friday to support evening routines and medications and, most importantly, to be there.    Andrew’s path to becoming a Direct Support Professional was not typical. After twenty years in law enforcement

The past few months have certainly passed quickly, marked by the holiday season and various festivities. Individuals had the opportunity to celebrate with family, friends, staff, and one another.  On December 17th, we hosted our annual Holiday Party at Park Forest Baptist Church. As in previous years, our wonderful volunteers, Linda and Dale Walker, prepared the turkeys, while the homes contributed a variety of delicious side dishes—coming together to create a truly festive h

At Strawberry Fields, our promise has always been the same: to provide safe, caring, and stable homes where every person feels valued and included. We are now taking another important step forward by implementing Devereux Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (D-PBIS). This is not about changing who we are or replacing what we do. It is about building on our strong foundation and continuing to grow. Our partnership with Devereux brings new tools, training, and proven