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Chesterwye Annual Gala

Sat, Mar 14 | Silver Swan Bayside

Join us for our annual gala celebration and fundraiser with a new date and venue!

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We provide support services to meet the diverse needs of individuals through our various programs & services.

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Chesterwye Mission

Assist individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in pursuing community employment, independent living, and meaningful relationships in their community.

Services We Offer

Learn More about the various services we offer at The Chesterwye Center, located in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland.

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News

Foundation Fundraiser Planning Underway

The fundraising committee at the Chesterwye Foundation has been busy preparing for their annual fundraiser supporting the Chesterwye Center. Planning Committee Co-Chairs, Wheeler Baker and Kathy Dubel, have led a team of volunteers bringing new ideas and life to...

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Dec 23, 2025

Celebrating Our 2025 Successes

As we come to the close of another year, I want to take a moment to reflect on how far we have come together. This year has been a time of growth, strengthening our foundation, and expanding the quality of support we provide to the individuals and families who...

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Dec 13, 2025

Niles in Flight

Recently, Pray Aviation made a special experience possible for our Chesterwye Center friend Niles, who at 92 continues to live out his lifelong passion of airplanes. His love of planes includes both vintage and modern planes. His joy from the experience delights us...

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Dec 12, 2025

Replacement of Ringgold Home

The Chesterwye Foundation is now raising funds to support the replacement of the Ringgold House, located in Grasonville, MD. Why Is This Important? After extensive reserach and experience working in the Grasonville area, it was determined that instead of extensive...

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Dec 6, 2025

New Look & Feel Coming

Chesterwye Center recently announced a new brand concept representing the organization.   Beginning in early 2025 the team at Chesterwye Center began development of a new color palette and brand mark with designer Acorn Creative Design, an international artist and...

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Sep 3, 2025

Music Therapy Added to Day Program

In August we were excited to engage Melody Music Therapy in providing weekly group music therapy sessions for our day program clients. What is Music Therapy? Music therapy is the evidence-based process of using music interventions to improve aspects of a person’s...

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Sep 3, 2025

Ewing Home Complete!

On June 5th 2025 the Ewing home was officially completed. The project was funded by a capital grant from the Maryland Department of Health - DDA agency, and by a matching grant from the Queen Anne's County Commissioners. Additional needs were funded by the...

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Jun 10, 2025

QACTV features Chesterwye Services & History

Thank you to QACTV for putting together this informative segment on Chesterwye Center showcasing our origin and history in the community, as well as how we are serving individuals today. Featuring Bobby Ann Nash, one of our organizational founders, and Wheeler...

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May 10, 2025

Drive-Through Chicken Dinner Planned for May 8th

PRE-ORDER YOUR TICKETS! Chesterwye Center is hosting a DRIVE-THROUGH Chicken Dinner Fundraiser on Thursday, May 8th.   Cost $25 per dinner - good for 1 dinner, packaged to go home with you!   Dinner includes: ½ BBQ Chicken, Southern Style Green Beans, Mac &...

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Mar 26, 2025

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! First designated in 1987 by President Ronald Reagan to highlight the importance of understanding and supporting people with developmental disabilities. In Queen Anne's County, we recognize that our...

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Mar 6, 2025