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PRS, Inc. Names First Lady Dorothy McAuliffe Honorary Chair of 19th Annual Kentucky Derby Benefit

Monday, April 28, 2014

McLean, VA – Local area 501(c)(3) nonprofit PRS, Inc. is pleased to announce First Lady of Virginia Dorothy McAuliffe as the Honorary Chair of the 19th annual PRS, Inc. Kentucky Derby Benefit on Saturday, May 3rd. The proceeds from this year’s event benefit PRS’ programs and services - providing skills training and support to enable adults in Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia living with mental illness, substance use disorders, mild intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, or any combination of these toachieve wellness, recovery, and community integration.

PRS, Inc. Named one of NonProfit Times 2014 Best Nonprofits to Work For in the US for Fourth Year Running

Tuesday, April 1, 2014

MCLEAN, VA – On April 1, 2014 local-area nonprofit PRS, Inc. (formerly known as Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services) was selected as one of theNonprofit Times”Best Nonprofits to Work For” in the United States for the fourth year running.

DC Recovery Academy Certified as Day Rehab Specialty Provider in the District of Columbia

Friday, October 18, 2013

PRS is pleased to announce that its DC Recovery Academy received its certification as a Day Rehab Specialty Provider in the District of Columbia on October 1, 2013.

PRS Looks to the Future as it Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

PRS Holds Gala Celebrating 50 Years of Hope & Recovery plus ... 50 Reasons to Support PRS!

PRS, Inc. Named Honorable Mention Recipient of The Washington Post 2013 Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management

Thursday, May 23, 2013

PRS, Inc. was recognized by the Center for Nonprofit Advancement and The Washington Post as a 2013 honorable mention recipient of The Washington Post Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management.

PRS, Inc. Launches the DC Recovery Academy

Thursday, April 4, 2013

PRS, Inc. will open its doors for the first time in the District of Columbia on April 8, 2013 to launch the DC Recovery Academy

PRS Named One of the United States’ “50 Best Nonprofits to Work For” for Third Year Running

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

PRS, Inc. has been named one of the 50 Best Nonprofits to Work For in the United States for a third year in a row! The honor was announced in the business publication, The NonProfit Times’, April 1st issue, which featured its fourth annual 50 Best Nonprofits to Work For list.

18th Annual Kentucky Derby Benefit

Friday, March 15, 2013

PRS, Inc. will hold its 18th Annual Kentucky Derby Benefit, on Saturday, May 4, 2010, from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in McLean, VA (private home). Join us for an exhilarating afternoon of elegant hors d’oeuvres and delicious desserts, Mint Juleps, live entertainment, unique Silent and Live Auction items, pony wagering (50/50 raffle), and viewing of the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby. Click here to purchase your tickets, or contact Meredith Hovan for more information, (703) 531-6321.

PRS Kicks Off 50th Anniversary Festivities!

Thursday, October 4, 2012

PRS' 50th Anniversary festivities began with a 53 person strong "50 Years of HOPE" Walking Team at the September 22, 2012 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) NAMI Walk. PRS' participation in this event was tremendously meaningful for so many of our supporters, as PRS started as a "social club" for those living with mental illness. Many of our early friends and supporters know very well the challenges faced by those who live with mental illness. We are pleased to partner with NAMI to present PRS’ skills training and support services as viable treatment options that successfully complement the more well-known options of therapy and medication regimes. Because PRS’ treatment modalities have proved so successful in enabling life-changing transformations of individuals living with mental illness, and because PRS’ treatment options have made similarly positive impacts on individuals living with certain other brain disorders, PRS has now expanded the populations that we serve to include persons living with substance use disorders, mild intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder or any combination of these, in addition to individuals living with mental illness.

PRS, Inc. Wins Nonprofit of the Year!

Monday, September 17, 2012

The Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce just named PRS the 2012 Nonprofit of the Year! This award is a tremendous acknowledgement of PRS' impact on one of the communities that we serve.

PRS appoints Meredith Hovan as Director of Resource Development

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

PRS is pleased to announce the appointment of Meredith Hovan as Director of Resource Development.

The Original Pancake House in Falls Church Supports Local Community Nonprofit PRS, Inc.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

PRS, Inc., a Northern Virginia nonprofit serving persons in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area living with mental illness, substance use disorders, mild intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or any combination of these, will receive 15% of all sales at Falls Church restaurant Original Pancake House on Thursday, September 27, 2012. The Original Pancake House generously offered PRS, Inc. a share of the proceeds from the entire day of their operations, from 7am – 3pm.

Award-winning Community Nonprofit PRS, Inc.’s Clients Rave About Services Received

Monday, July 9, 2012

PRS Inc., a Northern Virginia nonprofit providing skills training and supports to persons in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area who live with mental illness, mild intellectual disabilities, pervasive developmental disorders and substance use disorders, recently received glowing accolades from clients. The comments were received as clients' nominations of PRS clinicians for staff awards.

PRS, Inc. Receives Exemplary Commendation from CARF, International

Thursday, July 5, 2012

PRS Inc., a Northern Virginia nonprofit serving persons in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area with mental illness, emotional and/or behavioral disorders, received an exemplary commendation and extension of its accreditation from CARF International, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. The exemplary commendation lauds PRS’ executive leadership for “promotion of value in the programs offered and the services delivered to persons served.” The accreditation highlights PRS’ strengths in developing and nurturing local and regional cooperation among private and public entities to increase opportunities for PRS clients. The accreditation also notes that PRS clients, referral sources and employers report a high level of satisfaction with PRS services.

PRS Named One of the United States’ "50 Best Nonprofits to Work For" for Second Year Running

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

PRS, Inc. has been named one of The NonProfit Times' 50 Best Nonprofits to Work For in the United States for a second year in a row!

PRS, Inc. President and CEO Receives 2011 EXCEL Award

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

PRS is pleased to announce its President and Chief Executive Officer, Wendy Gradison, has been named a winner of the 7th Annual Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman EXCEL Award. Wendy and two other nonprofit leaders, George Jones of Bread for the City, and Maya Enista Smith of Mobilize.org, received the honor at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement’s Annual Celebration breakfast held at the Columbus Club in Union Station on October 18. The three winners receive $5,000 to be used for their own continued professional development and an additional $2,000 to support the professional development of their staff.

Philip L. Graham Fund Approves Grant to Renovate Kitchen

Thursday, August 4, 2011

PRS, Inc. (formerly Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services) has just received a grant from the Philip L. Graham Fund to renovate the kitchen of PRS’ Intensive Supported Housing facility, which makes permanent housing, residential support services and psychiatric rehabilitation services available to adults living with mental illness, emotional and/or behavioral disorders.

PRS, Inc., Named One of "50 Best Nonprofits to Work For" in US

Monday, April 4, 2011

PRS, Inc., a community-based nonprofit serving persons with mental illness, emotional and/or behavioral disorders in Northern Virginia, has been named one of The Nonprofit Times' 50 Best Nonprofits to Work For in a national search. This recognition, announced in an April 2011 Nonprofit Times’ special publication profiling the 50 organizations selected, is given to organizations that demonstrate outstanding employee satisfaction, engagement and development opportunities; organizational culture; leadership and planning; pay/benefits; and work environment. The evaluation was based on a national comparison of the results of Employee Engagement & Satisfaction Surveys and Employer Benefits & Policies Questionnaires. A remarkable 81% of PRS’ employees responded to the employee survey coordinated by The Best Companies Group, and PRS management completed the extensive questionnaire detailing PRS’ pay and benefits, hiring and employment practices, work/life balance and wellness initiatives, training and career development opportunities, and corporate culture. PRS ranked 35th among the 50 nonprofits of all sizes and in all areas of the country that received this recognition. Go to http://shop.nptimes.com/images/view.aspx?productId=1361 to see all award winners.

PRS HOPE Fund Campaign Successful!

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

PRS, Inc. has raised over $100,000 to establish the HOPE Fund, a new Fund to help people with serious mental illness develop the skills they need to live independently in their community. The campaign goal was to reach $100,000 by the end of the year. HOPE Fund contributions came in from 44 different donors over the span of four months. These donors included loyal PRS supporters who have contributed over many years and people who just learned about PRS through this major gifts campaign. The final total was $100,385.

PRS Establishes HOPE Fund

Monday, November 15, 2010

PRS provides skills training and supports to people with serious mental illness in Northern Virginia. Recently, PRS established the HOPE Fund to provide Home-based Services to people with serious and pervasive mental illness who do not qualify for Medicaid – the primary funding source for these services. Individuals and families in desperate need of services often contact PRS, but if they do not qualify for Medicaid and can’t afford to pay for services directly, PRS is unable to serve them. These individuals are left to manage on their own without the rehabilitation services that would help them maintain their housing, improve their self-sufficiency, work toward employment, volunteering or education goals, or find hope for building new and more robust lives. The development and availability of the HOPE Fund to support Home-based Services for people in this desperate situation will have an enormous impact on their lives, on the lives of their families and on our local community.

Joe Getch Named PRS' Chief Operating Officer

Friday, September 24, 2010

PRS, Inc. President and CEO Wendy Gradison has named Joseph Getch Chief Operating Officer (COO) effective Monday, September 13th. In this new role, Mr. Getch will assist in ongoing quality improvement efforts through implementation of more effective and efficient financial and operational systems and controls. The ultimate goal of the reorganization is to serve the growing number of clients in need, while maintaining the high clinical standards for which PRS has become known.

Wildfire Restaurant Executive Chef Steven Lukis Supports PRS with Special Event

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Wildfire Restaurant is coordinating a special event that will support PRS’ programs and services for individuals working toward recovery from serious mental illness in Northern Virginia. Join Wildfire Executive Chef Steven Lukis at the McLean Farmers Market on Friday, September 10, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. to tour the market, shop and participate as the chef chooses among the market’s offerings. Afterwards, gather ‘round the Wildfire kitchen as Chef Steven demonstrates and prepares brunch for the group featuring these locally grown and raised products.

PRS’ Recovery Academy is Launched

Thursday, July 29, 2010

On July 1, 2010, in partnership with the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, PRS launched a new program that will eventually replace PRS’ Day Programs. This new program, the PRS Recovery Academy, is the first of its kind and will provide a ground-breaking example for other rehabilitations programs in the future.

PRS Tysons Celebrates 1st Anniversary

Friday, July 16, 2010

PRS, Inc. will hold an Open House to celebrate the one-year anniversary of its new facility, PRS Tysons. The Open House will be held on Thursday, August 5, 2010, from 1:00 to 2:15 PM, at PRS Tysons, 1761 Old Meadow Road, Suite 100, McLean, VA 22102, and will feature brief welcome remarks by PRS President and CEO Wendy Gradison and Fairfax County Supervisor John Foust, and an update on PRS’ new Recovery Academy by PRS Director of Day Programs Tom Schuplin.

PRS' Kentucky Derby Benefit comes to McLean

Monday, March 29, 2010

PRS, Inc. will hold its 15th Annual Kentucky Derby Benefit, on Saturday, May 1, 2010, from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in McLean, VA (private home). At this year's event, the sounds of the Wayward Street Players will keep things lively as guests enjoy delectable heavy hors d'oeuvres, Mint Juleps (sponsored by Trust Company of Virginia) and a fabulous Shrimp & Oyster Bar (sponsored by McCormick & Schmick's). Auctions, raffle drawings and a wagering table round out the fun. Northern Virginia Magazine, WEST*GROUP, Dominion Virginia Power, Business Bank, Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative, BB&T and MallowDrama are also proud sponsors of the Derby Benefit; sponsorships still available. Tickets are $100 ($125 if purchased after April 16th). For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.prsinc.org or contact Tammy De Martino at tdemartino@prsinc.org.