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A Good Place to Start

Posted on 02/24/2016 by Admin

Parents of children with special needs frequently worry about how to help them manage their day-to-day life. While figuring out how to raise and advocate for their child, parents often Continue Reading →

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Disability & Mental Health Summit at Beth El Congregation

Posted on 02/22/2016 by Admin

The disability and mental health arena has plenty of great seminars for people to attend. However, many such events require travel and cost that are impractical for the average family. Continue Reading →

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The Healing Power of Music

Posted on 02/22/2016 by Admin

Whether they gravitate toward classical or hip-hop, people have always found emotional solace in music. Now a growing body of research suggests that listening to music – or even better, Continue Reading →

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Sensory-Sensitive Service at Temple Sinai

Posted on 02/16/2016 by Admin

On Friday, March 4 at 7:00 PM, Temple Sinai is hosting their first ever Sensory Sensitive Shabbat Service!  They want to get as many people as possible to attend the service, Continue Reading →

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Sensory-Friendly Adaptation of Peter Pan was at the Benedum Center

Posted on 02/15/2016 by Admin

On February 18, Pittsburgh’s Ballet Theatre performed a sensory-friendly adaptation of “Peter Pan” at the Benedum Center. The performance was specifically designed for people with special needs, so that they Continue Reading →

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Friendship Circle Annual Fundraiser

Posted on 02/15/2016 by Admin

On Sunday, May 15, from 5:30-8:30 PM, Friendship Circle will be hosting their Annual Fundraiser at Stage AE. The event also honors seniors graduating from Friendship Circle.   For more Continue Reading →

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Group Friends@Home Day at Schenley Park Skating Rink

Posted on 02/12/2016 by Admin

Twenty young people of all abilities from The Friendship Circle—an organization that builds inclusive friendships and community through social programs—spent an unseasonably warm afternoon on the ice on Sunday, January Continue Reading →

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