Posted 3/15/2024
When John L. first moved into the Amparo Enhanced Behavioral Supports Home (EBSH) program in California from Fairview Development Center in 2019, he wouldn't keep anything in his room besides his mattress and destroyed many of his personal items. Slowly he began to allow items to remain in his room, one of the first items being a small tv placed high on the wall where he couldn't knock it down. Fast forward 5 years and today John's room is full of items that he loves, including Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls, which are his favorite. For his 70th birthday, John was gifted a brand-new big screen TV for his bedroom. He is so excited to start watching his favorite Christmas and postman videos! John is such a fun addition to the Amparo home, HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOHN!
Individuals and staff from Merakey AVS enjoyed meeting Pittsburgh athletes and mascots at the Beth Shalom Congregation Sports Luncheon this week.
Kevin, Billy, Cierra, and Wendy visited the Museum of Illusions in Pittsburgh and had a fantastic time creating eye-catching photos.
Kregg, James, Jonathan, Keith, and Raymond from Merakey AVS Evergreen home were joined by staff members Christian, Jamie, and Wendy for a day of fascinating Pittsburgh facts at the Heinz History Center.
Last week, Merakey AVS Slippery Rock Program Instructor Cindy Solman’s area celebrated Wacky Wednesday in honor of Dr. Seuss week by wearing wacky hats. Everyone loved donning their favorite wackiest hats. They also spent the day doing Dr. Seuss-themed activities.
March has been a busy month at Slippery Rock Program Center. Instructors have continued to work hard to find more personalized activities for the individuals they support. Several ladies went for a swim assessment so they would be able to join the YMCA and swim on a regular basis. A small group went on a Community Participation trip to Public Lands, a sporting goods store located in Cranberry, PA, to purchase items for the program and themselves. Others have been working on various crafts, and several individuals made special bracelets for St. Patrick’s Day. Both the individuals and the staff love the variety each day brings.
Slippery Rock Program Center has had several Community Participation trips to Kraynak’s to get into the Easter spirit. Everyone enjoyed strolling down Easter Bunny Lane to see the various Easter displays. Everyone was super excited to see the Easter Bunny at the end of the trail. Afterwards, people enjoyed having the chance to shop for themselves. Easter-themed stuffed animals were a fan favorite. After their visits to Kraynak’s, many groups chose to have a leisurely lunch at the Golden Corral.
