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Bridging the generation gap, one pen pal at a time

Posted on 06/30/2017 by Admin

In the age of social media, it seems like it should be easier than ever to maintain relationships with other people. Yet 43 percent of seniors feel lonely, which is Continue Reading →

Posted in Jewish Association on Aging | Tagged G2G, Generation to Generation, Pen Pals, Weinberg Villiage | Leave a reply

A Voice Of Resilience In Israel

Posted on 06/26/2017 by Admin

Dealing successfully with challenges has ripple effects far beyond the individual. Overcoming adversity in the face of a disability is often a profound source of inspiration to others. One such Continue Reading →

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Community Living and Support Services (CLASS) Study

Posted on 06/23/2017 by Admin

Community Living and Support Services (CLASS) is a nonprofit organization with a mission to support people with disabilities as they explore options, participate in the community, and strive toward equality. Continue Reading →

Posted in General Information, Outside Sources | Tagged CLASS, disability, Engagement, research, study | Leave a reply

Happy Father’s Day

Posted on 06/21/2017 by Admin

In honor of Father’s Day enjoy the following article from The New York Jewish Week on Tips for Fathers Raising Children with Autism.   In Honor of Father’s Day: Tips Continue Reading →

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Accessible Technology Helps Students with Disabilities Pursue STEM Degrees

Posted on 06/19/2017 by Admin

Students with disabilities are now just as likely as other students to enroll in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields when they enter higher education, recent research from the Continue Reading →

Posted in General Information, Outside Sources | Tagged Ed Tech Magazine, education, Engineering, Math, Science, STEM, technology | Leave a reply

Genesis Prize Foundation and Jewish Funders Network to Fund 22 Programs Focused on Inclusion of People with Disabilities in Jewish Life

Posted on 06/16/2017 by Admin

New York, June 13, 2017 –The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF) and Jewish Funders Network (JFN) today announced the recipients of funding under the special matching grants program created in honor Continue Reading →

Posted in General Information, Outside Sources | Tagged Genesis Prize | Leave a reply

Music of Flight and Fantasy – PSO Sensory Friendly Performance

Posted on 06/12/2017 by Admin

Music of Flight and Fantasy will feature musical selections that celebrate stories, characters, and adventure. The program will engage the imagination and delight individuals using the narratives and music from Continue Reading →

Posted in General Information, Outside Sources | Tagged music, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Sensory Friendly | Leave a reply

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