Milestone: Dungarvin Oregon Team Celebrates Jennie Glenn’s 10-year Anniversary

The Dungarvin Oregon team recently gathered at Chapala’s Mexican Restaurant in Eugene to celebrate Area Director Jennie Glenn’s 10-year Milestone anniversary. Surrounded by the Eugene operations and support team, as well as Oregon State Director Brenda Linden, HR Business Partner Christina Jines and Northwest Regional Director Brent Aberg, the lunch gathering was a heartfelt recognition of Jennie’s decade of service, leadership and unwavering commitment.

Jennie began her journey with Dungarvin in 2015 as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). Through hard work, dedication and her natural leadership abilities, she advanced into multiple roles, including becoming Dungarvin Oregon’s very first Program Quality Coordinator when the position was created.

Jennie shared that she’s grateful for the opportunities Dungarvin has given her to grow into leadership positions. “Having started out as a DSP makes that growth especially meaningful, as I understand the work at every level, which has made it possible for me to keep giving back in bigger ways,” she said.

Being able to make a difference by helping people with disabilities gain more independence, dignity, and inclusion in their communities has made her career meaningful, Jennie said. “It has also been deeply rewarding to support and mentor staff, watching them grow in their roles and build confidence in the work they do,” she added.

Over the years, Jennie has consistently shown she’s willing to step in wherever needed. She cares deeply for the individuals Dungarvin supports and for every member of her team.

“Jennie has been a very kind and understanding supervisor who is always willing to offer a helping hand and gentle guidance when needed. She motivates others to do and be their very best, and I’ve learned so much from her over the years,” said Staff Nurse Mary Guthrie-Scott.

In Eugene, Jennie has long been known as the glue that holds everything together. More recently, she stepped into supporting Portland programs, where her resilience, big-picture thinking and creativity have made a meaningful impact.

“She inspires loyalty and has integrity that I admire. I know I can always expect honesty out of her, and I’m so happy to have such an amazing human as my boss,” said Program Director Jessica Fitzpatrick.

Jennie is truly a gem in every sense of the word. Watching her grow into the outstanding Area Director she is today has been inspiring, and we are grateful for her leadership, dedication and the warmth she brings to our teams and the people we serve every single day.

Here’s to Jennie and the incredible journey of the last 10 years – we can’t wait to see all that she will accomplish in the years to come!