Posted 7/11/2025
Idlewild Trip
Staff and Individuals from the Portage Adult Training Facility enjoyed a fun day at Idlewild Park in Ligonier, PA, and especially loved wandering through the Storybook Forest.
Happy 4th of July
Happy 4th of July from the Fourth Street ladies! Diana whipped up a delicious banana pudding treat and the group ate some burgers and hot dogs from the grill. Everyone enjoyed the food and fellowship and were all very thankful for such a beautiful day.
Verree Road 4th of July
This past July 4th, the staff from Merakey AVS at Verree Road in Philadelphia came together for a fun and relaxing celebration filled with good food, lots of laughter, and unforgettable moments. The event was kicked off with delicious barbecue that brought everyone to the patio. The hot grill, fun music, and smell of the burgers and hot dogs in the air set the perfect tone for Independence Day. Staff were thrilled to be joined by Executive Director Jen Uslenghi and Senior Residential Director Anthony Fluellen. It meant a lot to everyone to see leadership engaging with the individuals, celebrating the holiday, and having a good time alongside the rest of the team. All in all, it was a day full of smiles, connections, and appreciation.
Summer Flower Show
Janna, Teresa, and Wendy spent a delightful day at Phipps Conservatory, exploring the Summer Flower Show: Jungle Quest. The exhibit featured a vibrant mix of tropical plants, wild animal displays, and interactive elements. Teresa especially enjoyed triggering the elephant’s roar and a water spray from a hippo by waving her hand over a motion sensor. She also loved signing "zoo" and "elephant" in front of the display. Wendy admired the colorful blooms, engaged with the interactive features, and most of all, enjoyed the time spent with her friends. Janna explored the conservatory through touch, feeling the textures of various plants and learning the stories behind their unique names. One of the highlights for all three was visiting the butterfly room, where the butterflies fluttered close around.
Bowling Fun
John is beating the heat this summer by spending time at the bowling alley with Daria and Amber. Bowling is one of his favorite activities - he even has his own bowling ball and shoes!
Countryview 4th of July
The team at Countryview home hosted a fantastic 4th of July picnic, welcoming around 35 friends from Malcolm, Ewings Mill I, Wildwood, Robinson Smart Home, and Andy from Patricia Hillman Miller Campus. A big shoutout goes to Countryview staff - Scott, Mary, and Caroline - for their hard work in planning, setting up, and working the grill. They served hot dogs, hamburgers, smoked brisket, baked beans, meatball hoagies, taco salad, bacon ranch tortellini salad, and a delicious party punch. The group also celebrated Scott’s birthday, with everyone joining in to sing to him. The day was filled with fun and games, including cornhole, badminton, Jenga, basketball, checkers, and frisbee. It was a wonderful opportunity for everyone to relax, reconnect, and enjoy time with friends.
SRPC Fun Day
Slippery Rock Program Center held its Annual Fun Day on July 3. The weather was gorgeous, which fit perfectly with the Luau theme. Individuals participated in games and crafts such as Flamingo Toss, Pocket Beach, and a Tiki craft. There was a photo booth, temporary tattoo parlor, snow cones, and cotton candy. Everyone enjoyed ordering mocktails at the Tiki Bar and Jenna J. got a kick out of helping serve her peers. The highlights were the Slip ‘n’ Slide and the Dunk Tank. There were long lines to dunk the staff – everyone wanted to get in on the dunking action. It was a perfect antidote to the normal routine, and cheers and laughter could be heard inside and outside.
DelGrosso Park Outing
Individuals and staff had a fun-filled day at DelGrosso Park in Tipton, PA. The individuals enjoyed the nice weather and outdoor amusement.
Linesville Spillway
Individuals from Branchton home had a fun day feeding the carp at the Linesville Spillway in Linesville, PA. Afterwards they enjoyed lunch, took walks on trails, and colored pictures with staff and friends at Pymatuning Lake.
