Posted 8/22/2025
Lake Ministries Trip
Cindy, Renee, Deborah, Joan, Tricia from Galey home along with staff members Meranda and Taelor enjoyed a fun day on the water with a fishing charter At The Lake Ministries in Erie, PA. This amazing organization provides inclusive boating and fishing experiences for individuals of all ages with disabilities and special needs.
Fireman’s Parade
Wendy and Genny from Nolte home showed their support for Lilly, daughter of Program Manager Susan White, as she performed in the Montour Color Guard as part of the Kennedy Township Fireman’s Parade. It was a great day to cheer on a friend and be part of a wonderful community event.
Wildwood Trips
Kregg, Jimmy, Jonathan, and Keith from Wildwood home have been on the move this summer. They recently enjoyed a wild day at the Erie Zoo and cheered on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.
Fun at Kennywood
Tess, Liz, and staff members Vikki and Nicole from Oakhaven home recently had a fun-filled trip to Kennywood Amusement Park. The group enjoyed taking in the sights and spending the day together.
Music Therapy
Program Instructor Tunde Bosetti recently brought music therapy to the Edward J. Zapp Center, sharing a few songs and giving each individual the chance to hold and play a guitar. Jana especially enjoyed the experience. She sat beside Tunde, resting her hand on the guitar to feel the vibrations as Tunde played. When it was her turn to hold the guitar, she began gently picking the strings. As she grew more confident, she started strumming with enthusiasm.
Afterward, Jana asked, “Is the banjo just as difficult as the guitar?” Tunde explained that once you learn one stringed instrument, picking up others becomes much easier.
Welcoming New Resident
New Clinical Director Rebekah Bernstein for the San Diego area welcomed a new resident with excitement. Roverto loves to dance, so he and Rebekah had some fun while doing the cha-cha slide together. Look at those smiles!
Escape Room Team Building
The Amparo team in San Diego recently had a team building excursion at an escape room. We’re happy to report the team won the mission and escaped triumphant!
Top Row left to right: PA Jay Smith, Nurse Amanda Thomas, BCBA Kay Saito
Bottom row left to right: Clinical Director Rebekah Bernstein, Regional Director Dorothy Williams, Executive Clinical Director Dr. Karly Marriott
Branchton Excursions
John, Eric, and Louis from the Branchton SHR in Slippery Rock, PA have been enjoying their summer by taking excursions. They visited the Lawrence County Fair where they pet some farm animals. John loved getting to see the Monster Truck they had there. The group also enjoyed going to the North Washington Rodeo and were excited to see the bull riding. Their favorite excursion so far was the Oil Creek Train Ride. They enjoyed seeing the scenery pass by while hearing the clickety clack of the train as it rode over the tracks. Their summer has been jam-packed with great experiences and fun.
Butler Summer Fun
Charlie, Jim, and Lowell from the Butler CLA have been enjoying an awesome summer. They went to 2 Mile Run Park, the Pittsburgh Zoo, The Heinz History Museum, Keystone Safari, and rode the Gateway Clipper. Lowell loved interacting with the goat at the Keystone Safari. Charlie loved seeing all the Steelers displays at the Heinz History Museum. Jim was happy to enjoy a snack while riding the Gateway Clipper. These guys have been living their lives to the fullest.
Happy Birthday Joyce
Joyce celebrated her 70th birthday party with friends this past weekend. A heartfelt thank you to all who came out to celebrate Joyce! A great time was had by all.
