Self-Directed Services puts people with disabilities in charge of their services and their lives. Participants in the program hire their own employees, set their own schedules, and have the independence and support they need to live the lives they choose for themselves. In Episode 10 of the Fello Thinking Differently podcast, Marc Weinstein, Senior Director of Self-Directed Services at Fello, explores the flexibility and opportunities that self-direction offers while Lauren Sheeder, a participant in Fello’s Self-Directed Services program, shares how the model has changed her life—and the life of her son.

In February 2026, Fello at The Mall opened its doors and created a new space for connection. Located in this the Annapolis Mall, this space gives local people and families the opportunity to learn about Fello’s services, receive guidance, and enjoy real-time information and referral support. Tune in as Jonathon Rondeau, President & CEO, and Sara Pease, Assistant Director of Children, Youth & Their Families, share about how Fello at The Mall is breaking down barriers, meeting people where they’re at, and ushering in a new era of community-centered support.

As Fello celebrates 65 years of providing services in 2026, this episode features the service that started it all: Housing. Join us as we explore how housing services have evolved—from a time when options were nearly nonexistent for people with disabilities to today’s focus on choice, accessibility, and community connection. In this episode, join Judi Olinger, Vice President of Housing Strategy, and Niki Jones, Director of Living Options & Services, at Fello as they discuss what person-centered housing means, how we support people at every stage of life, and what’s next for affordable, accessible housing in our communities.

For 65 years, Fello has championed the rights of people with disabilities and supported community development initiatives. In 2026 as we celebrate 65 years of Fello creating community, we’re starting off a year of celebrating with a conversation with Jonathon Rondeau, President & CEO of Fello.

Are these the best landlords ever? As we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the opening of Port Street Commons, a unique mixed-use space in Easton, Maryland, featuring nine affordable housing units, Judi Olinger and Keenan Troxler from Fello Communities reflect on the tenant-first practices that make Port Street Commons a success. Beyond providing housing, Port Street Commons has created a space for true community within its walls.

In this episode, we explore Fello Communities’ philosophy around mixed-income housing and how we can create the safe, beautiful, affordable homes we all want—and deserve—to live in. Fello Communities’ approach mixes affordable housing with market-rate housing in the same neighborhood, creating thriving, inclusive places where everyone belongs.