August 2014 Vol. 10, No. 2 Saturday, September 6! See inside for details New Program, New Location, New Opportunities President’s Message Dear Friends, The history of our organization is a testament to an innovative spirit and willingness to initiate new services to respond to emerging and pressing needs. This was evident earlier this summer when we held a ribbon cutting to open an advanced children’s therapies program that is available to any child with a mental health diagnosis who is in need of an intensive program of therapies. In this issue, you will read more about this facility and other programs, such as Family Based, Structural Family Therapy, Grief & Trauma Counseling and Case Management that also meet the needs of all children. When Dr. Gertrude Barber founded our organization more than sixty years ago, she and her early staff realized that children and adults with disabilities needed a variety of supports to successfully reach their full potential. When they established mental health services to meet those needs, they were committed to providing the highest quality, state-of-the-art programs for our individuals. Over the past several years, the increasing need for mental health treatment has led the Barber National Institute to make these services available to the wider community of children and adults with a mental health diagnosis. While we continue our mission of providing a full range of services to individuals with intellectual disabilities, there is no doubt that the expertise and experience of our highly-trained professional staff can benefit all of those with behavioral health needs. We invite the community to help support our mission by joining us in a number of events, including our newest event that is just around the corner. This is the second year for Barber Beast on the Bay, and already it is surpassing the inaugural year. We were all truly amazed last year by the determination and fortitude of the participants—who all seemed to have a great time accomplishing amazing feats. There’s still time to get involved by registering, volunteering, signing up for a “Cheer Zone,” or coming to spectate and join the afterparty. It’s a day you won’t forget! We hope you enjoy these last weeks of summer and find time to relax and rejuvenate. Thank you for supporting our mission and helping us continue “making dreams come true.” Sincerely, Front cover:The Ziezula family outside of the new Children’s Advanced Partial program located on West Ridge Road. Corey and Christine Ziezula with Zach, Luke and Lincoln. John J. Barber President & Chief Executive Officer Participate in Erie Gives Day Your donation to the Barber National Institute can have an even greater impact with a gift on Erie Gives Day! On Tuesday, August 12, the Erie Community Foundation will enhance each donor’s gift by providing a prorated match to each donation made to a participating nonprofit. The Foundation will divide a total of $200,000 ($100,000 provided by The Erie Community Foundation, $50,000 provided by GE Transportation, $25,000 provided by Erie Insurance and $25,000 provided by Donations to the Barber Institute made during Erie Gives Day will help fund early childhood programs. Presque Isle Downs and Casino). The more a nonprofit raises, the Mission Statement more of the match nonprofit will receive. We “Make dreams come true.” We provide children This year, donations to the Barber Institute will help support early and adults with developmental disabilities and their families interventions services and early childhood education programs at the education, support and resources needed to be self reliant, the Barber National Institute. Donations must be a minimum of independent and valued members of their community. $25 and be made online between 8 a.m.-8 p.m. at ErieGives.org; In addition, we provide the professionals who serve them with only Visa, MasterCard and Discover will be accepted. world-class education and training. 3 New Program Serves Children & Families E very morning for three weeks, Luke Ziezula headed off to what he calls “day camp.” But the five-year-old was actually participating in ACT, the new Advanced Children’s Therapies program opened by the Barber National Institute this summer. The facility, located at 4176 West Ridge Road, offers intensive therapies for children and teens with mental health challenges. “As soon as we came in I was just so relieved,” said Luke’s mother, Christine. “It was like a huge weight had been lifted from us.” The ACT program serves up to 40 youngsters with an intensive three-week approach that combines individual, group and family therapy with medication management, social and coping skills development, and grade-appropriate education. The goal is to prevent placement in an institution or hospital, reduce recurring crises and help children make progress toward recovery. For Christine, the timing could not have been better. Her son, diagnosed with ADHD and a mood disorder, has had a difficult time controlling his emotions. During his last semester of preschool in the spring, things seemed to get worse. “He would often cry all day over anything. Every five or ten minutes he would have a major breakdown, and it had become unmanageable,” said Christine. “I have three children so I’m not new to being a mom, but we were at a loss over what to do. We wanted to know how we could get him help the fastest.” Christine called one of the school district psychologists, who immediately began the referral process. Within days of his admission, Christine was seeing progress. “We wanted him to learn to manage his emotions, and I am seeing that already. I see him using the skills that he is learning at home, and he is not getting so upset,” said Christine. Christine also saw benefits from the family therapy. “You realize that this affects the entire family,” said Christine. “Luke’s siblings were getting less attention, and it felt like the whole family was struggling and suffering. The therapy has been an eyeopening experience for us.” John Barber, Maura McLaughlin, director of clinical services, and Atty. Robert Brabender, vice chairman of the Board of Directors, officiate at a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new facility. While in the program, Luke also began therapy in his home to help reinforce the behavior changes. Now, Christine and her husband, who were so worried about how Luke was doing in preschool, are looking forward to kindergarten in the fall. A Look at ACT The Advanced Children’s Therapies program serves all children with behavioral health challenges, including those with a co-occurring diagnosis of autism or an intellectual disability. The 8,000 square foot modern facility is tailored to provide a safe and nurturing environment that includes: “It was wonderful to have the therapists, psychiatrist and nurse right there who all involved the family right from the beginning,” said Christine. “What a fabulous program.” • Three unique classrooms designed to meet the needs of children ages 4-8, 9-13 and 14-18 • An autism classroom that features sensory adaptations such as filtered light and privacy glass • Large ground floor recreation space that will offer recreational/exercise equipment • A “specials” classroom for yoga, art and music therapies, etc. • Child psychiatrist and nursing office for medication management, intake meetings, etc. • Deck and enclosed outdoor play area The program is open year round, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. For more information, contact John Moenk, M.Ed, Program Director, 814.460.6218 or [email protected] 4 At a Glance: Behavioral Health Services I n addition to the new Advanced Children’s Therapies program, the range of behavioral/mental health services for children includes: Family Based Mental Health Therapy – Intensive in-home therapy 3-5 times a week to keep children at home. A team of two master’s level clinicians works with the child as well as the parents and siblings to restructure the family by establishing rules and roles within the family. The goal is to transform negative behaviors and patterns of interactions, and make sustainable change. While the program is available for any child or adolescent with a mental health diagnosis, a prescription from a psychiatrist or psychologist is required. Treatment typically lasts eight months, with the option of two-week “boosters” when follow up help is needed. Structural Family Therapy – a shorter, less intensive program provided through the BHRS program to address a family’s communication and structure challenges in the home. Grief and Trauma Counseling – Treatment for emotional and behavioral problems brought on by grief or a traumatic event, including the loss of a loved one, witnessing domestic violence, physical or sexual abuse, a natural disaster, etc. Social Skills Training – Therapists help children and adolescents with social cognitive challenges build social communication skills and provide caregivers with help to reinforce their children’s social thinking ability. Blended Case Management – Professional assistance to locate, advocate for and coordinate services that address the unique needs of a child with a behavioral health diagnosis and to strengthen the family. No referral necessary. Blended Case Management assists families in accessing resources in their community, including recreational activities. Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services – BHRS is a short-term, intensive program for children from birth to age 21 to help make lasting behavior changes. Services can be provided in the home, school or daycare—wherever the child encounters challenges that need to be addressed. For more information, contact Rochelle VonHof, lead clinical supervisor, at 814-878-5526 or [email protected] Pedal Power Todd Harvey, Sr. lifted his thick, black-framed glasses off the bridge of his nose to wipe away the tears. The father of Todd Harvey, Jr., age 10 and a student in the Elizabeth Lee Black School, Mr. Harvey talked about what receiving an adapted bike for his son meant to him as a father. “It’s unbelievable,” he said. “It means so much to me.” Mr. Harvey was reacting to the partnership between the Barber National Institute and Variety, the Children’s Charity, which provides adapted bikes to children with physical and developmental disabilities through the “My Bike” Program. On July 15, 13 children experienced the childhood ritual of receiving their own bikes to ride with friends and family. This marked the second “My Bike” distribution in Erie County, with the initial presentation of bikes to 31 children in May. While the bikes are presented free of charge to qualifying children, the cost to sponsor one adaptive bike ranges from $1,300 to as high as over $3,000. The “My Bike” program has received strong community support, including donations from Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, the program’s founding sponsor. Logan, 14, pictured with his father, rode his new bike around the Barber National Institute for the first time in May. His mom said he rides it at least once a week and that it “gave him the independence he wanted and deserves.” “It gives him that independence he wants and deserves” Imagine receiving your first bike ever at 14. For Logan Edmonds, a student in the Elizabeth Lee Black School, the “My Bike” program made that dream a reality. Since receiving his first bike in May, Logan, who uses a wheel chair, 5 For Adults: Meeting the Challenges T he Adult Mental Health Partial Hospitalization Program at the Barber National Institute is designed to help individuals with a mental health diagnosis manage the daily challenges they encounter. Lee Waterhouse, 27, knows all about daily challenges. Waterhouse, who has been in the year-long program for approximately six months, was born in Bulgaria with a twin sister. Living in harsh conditions, he was adopted by his current parents when he was six. With a loving family, Lee now travels often, enjoys life, loves food and aspires to one day live on his own. Lee also has schizophrenia and Asperger’s, and that’s where Kate Knobloch, Adult Mental Health Partial Hospitalization Program manager, and her staff come in to help. ”It’s about understanding and being able to talk about his diagnosis,” Knobloch said. The program provides services from a multidisciplinary team that includes psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health nurse clinicians, mental health therapists and trained support staff. A psychiatrist oversees each participant’s treatment and discharge planning. The program is designed for adults who can benefit from a highly structured and supervised setting. The program consists of six hours of intensive programming Monday through Friday, which uses cognitive behavioral therapy to develop better coping mechanisms, improve management of symptoms and promote healthy living skills. This comprehensive approach to patient care incorporates a multidisciplinary team providing education, group and individual therapy, psychiatric evaluation and medication management. Lee is, as Knobloch puts it, “in the final zone” of the program. He aspires to live on his own, have a job, and continue pursuing his interests Lee Waterhouse (left) donated the comin scientific topics such as mission he received from selling his art black holes, hyperdrives, and work back to the Barber Foundation. various trees and plants. Lee Accepting the donation is Gary Bukowski, has progressed quickly within vice president for Advancement. the program and met all of his treatment goals relating to behavior, relationships and family. Knobloch said Lee has more work to do within the community, but he certainly doesn’t lack the positive attitude, ambition and people skills needed to succeed. In fact, Lee has become known for his generous spirit. When he sold a piece of art work in the Dr. & Mrs. Robert Guelcher Art Show this spring, he donated the proceeds back into the program. When asked why, he said he didn’t need the money and wanted to give it back to those who could use it. When Lee was invited to speak about his experience within the program, he asked about the others in the program and wanted to include everyone. “The progress that Lee has made really shows what is possible with the appropriate support,” Knobloch said. “He has an open mind and he’s open to bettering himself and helping others.” To learn more about the program, contact Kate Knobloch, B.S., M.S., Adult Mental Health Partial Hospitalization Program Manager at (814) 874-5631, or by email at katherineknobloch@ barberinstitute.org. now has the opportunity to ride along with his peers. “It meant the world to me,” his mom, Heather, said. “I cried.” Logan’s smile on that day outshined his bright, lime green helmet, and his enthusiasm for the bike hasn’t wavered since, his mom said. “It gives him that independence he wants and deserves,” she said. “I was so proud of him to see him riding that bike for the first time.” Logan has been on his bike at least once a week since, Heather said, and they will continue using the bike more and more around the neighborhood and out to places like Presque Isle State Park. Fun awaits The fun, independence and freedom that Logan has already experienced soon awaits Todd. And while Todd is excited, his father likely has enough excitement for the both of them. “I’d run with him and his bike to our house if it wasn’t so far,” Mr. Harvey said, smiling, before quickly adding, “not that I couldn’t do it, of course.” And after seeing his son ride around the gym of the Barber National Institute, he took a moment to reflect on the entire day. “I never thought in a million years that my son would ride a bike, or do many of the other things that he’s now able to do,” he said. “But with the help of the staff at the Barber National Institute, he is doing so many things. Miracles do happen.” Erie County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper, Todd Harvey, Sr. and Dr. Maureen Barber-Carey celebrate the donation of a new bike for Todd Harvey, Jr. at the “My Bike” presentation. 4 Beast on the Bay Weeks Away The Beast will roar again. The second annual Barber Beast on the Bay, a 10-mile obstacle course challenge sponsored by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Saint Vincent Hospital, will be held at scenic Presque Isle State Park on Saturday, September 6. More than 20 obstacles stand between each participant and the finish line. Between crawling under nets, running through phragmites, and climbing up half-pipes, runners will have their hands full and meeting the challenge. What’s on tap for this year? •A new 10-mile course that begins at Beach 11 and ends at Waldameer Picnic Grove. The course features water, trails, hard pack surfaces and, of course, sand. •Many new obstacles—and no obstacle is repeated. •A post-race party at Waldameer picnic groves. What better way to celebrate slaying the Beast than by partying with your fellow conquerors? •An elite wave for the serious competitor who wants to do every obstacle, get timed and compete for awards. •Optional timing for all participants. Barber Beast on the Bay also offers the Maureen Riazzi Adapted Course for adults with disabilities sponsored by the Riazzi & Russo families. The 1.2 mile loop is designed for both ambulatory participants as well as those in a wheelchair or power chair. (See accompanying story.) The event benefits the Barber National Institute and its mission of “making dreams come true” for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities and mental health challenges. Between now and September 4, pricing for the 10-mile course is $100. On September 5 and 6, late registration will be $150. So what are you waiting for? If you want to be part of the festivities, act now! Help support the Barber National Institute, enjoy a day at Presque Isle and challenge yourself with more sand, mud, water and obstacles than you ever thought possible. More information, including a course map and registration, is available at BarberBeast.org. 7 Beast Sightings The Beast has been having a busy summer around the community. Maybe you’ve seen him at one of these events! 3 Mile Isle – The Beast never gets ‘tire’d of meeting new people! Here he is at 3 Mile Isle on June 14. Biggest Loser – The Beast thought everyone was a winner at the Biggest Loser Run/Walk Challenge held June 21. Highmark Walk – Hello from the Highmark Walk! The Beast had fun with friends at the Highmark Walk for a Healtyh Community on June 7. 4th of July Parade – The Beast rang in the 4th of July at the Millcreek Parade. Drs. Mary Beth and Jeff Pinto were on the “beast crew” of volunteers at last year’s event. More Than One Way to Beat the Beast! You don’t have to run, climb or crawl to be part of this year’s event—just sign up to volunteer or be part of a Cheer Zone! Volunteers are needed for registration, traffic direction, obstacle monitors and staffing hydration and nutrition stations. All volunteers receive a t-shirt and a free beer (age 21+.) New this year are Cheer Zones, designated areas on the course where groups will cheer on participants. Bands, dance groups, cheerleaders and sports teams—nearly any group can form a cheer zone and compete for cash prizes. Learn more—click on the “Get Involved” tab at BarberBeast.org Zombie Run The Beast survived the Zombie Run! Feel Good–Fundraise For some participants, 10 miles of sand, water and obstacles just isn’t enough. They want to help children and adults with disabilities overcome their obstacles. When signing up, these philanthropic participants choose the option to raise funds for the Barber Foundation. Fundraisers receive all of the tools they need to contact their friends, families and neighbors for donations. Last year, fundraisers collected more than $12,000, and with the help of this year’s fundraisers, we hope to exceed that. Fundraising also comes with several benefits. Participants receive a free or discounted registration, and prize packages will be awarded for the top fundraisers. Beast Items On Sale Let everyone know that you’re getting ready to “Beat the Beast!” The Gift Shop at Barber Place is now offering Barber Beast on the Bay charcoal gray, twosided t-shirts, as well as aluminum water bottles. The Gift Shop also has a great selection of Barber Wear including shirts and hats, as well as cards, gift bags, wreaths and other items handmade by our adults. The Gift Shop is open week days from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; clothing will also soon be available online at BarberInstitute.org 8 Presented by Sponsors of the Barber Beast on the Bay Dominic DiPlacido celebrates after “beating the Beast” at last year’s Maureen Riazzi Adapted Course. A Day To Shine “I did it!” The feelings of pride, accomplishment and success were so evident last year that it was hard not to join in the cheering. The Barber Beast on the Bay Maureen Riazzi Adapted Course sponsored by the Riazzi and Russo Families was the site for celebration as adults with disabilities completed the obstacle course challenge designed just for them. This year’s event promises to be even better with a few new changes: • A 1.2 mile course that begins and ends near the Beach One Parking lot. The new location is an out-and-back circular loop where spectators can cheer on participants every step of the way. • Six obstacles that incorporate popular features from last year with a few improvements. • A stretch where the adapted course intersects with the ten-mile course so participants from both events have a chance to meet and complete an obstacle together. The registration fee is $25, and includes a shirt, medal and participant “goody” bag. Once again, able-bodied course buddies are invited to accompany participants at no charge. More information, including a detailed course map, and registration is available at BarberBeast.org. To receive a paper registration form in the mail, call 814-480-6805. Art Show Amazes What do Pinocchio and a school of colorful fish have in common? Both were the subjects of artwork that entertained visitors at this spring’s Dr. & Mrs. Robert Guelcher Art Show & Sale at the Barber National Institute. An eclectic mix of paintings, sculptures, drawings and photography were created for this year’s show by more than 125 youth artists as well as 289 adult amateur and professional artists from across the region. A panel of judges selected artwork to receive monetary awards, and visitors to the show also had the opportunity to vote for their favorite pieces. And the winners are: Adult Professional Artist Best of Show - Tom Ferraro for his oil painting, “Red Dress” Honorable Mention - Kathe Umlauf for her oil on board, “Whites Roses on Gray Table” Photography Best of Show - Christine French for “Red Poppy” Adult Amateur Artist Best of Show - Brian Maloney, for his wire sculpture “Lake Sturgeon” Honorable Mention - Rebecca Merry for her paper sculpture, “Lies We Tell Ourselves” Photo (youth artists): Dr. Robert & Betsy Guelcher join Dr. Maureen Barber-Carey and Bridget and John Barber in congratulating youth winners including Sierra Nicholes, John Fatter, Jr. and Gavin Sorek. Photography Honorable Mention - John Misterovich for “Home Port Bound” Youth Artist Best of Show Award - Sierra Nicholes (gr. 11) for the pencil and graphite drawing, “Le Garcon Qui Aime Lire” Honorable Mention - Gavin Sorek (gr. 3) for his print, “Spirit Bird” Photography Best of Show - John Fatter, Jr. (gr. 6) for “Frontier” Photography Honorable Mention - Austin Fiedler (gr. 12) for “Up In Smoke” Tim Timon for his oil painting, “Lion Fish” People’s Choice Awards Photography Best of Show - Terry Pytlarz for “Viaduct” Youth Artist - Casey Krotoszynski, “King of the Jungle” Durim Loshaj for the acrylic painting, “Parallel Universe” Adult Artist - Rebecca Merry, paper sculpture “Lion Fish” Dr. Maureen BarberCarey, left, join Bridget and John Barber, right, in congratulating adult award winners. Front row, from left, are Rebecca Merry, Durim Loshaj and Tom Ferraro. Back row from left are Kathy Umlauf, Tim Timon, Brian Maloney, John Misterovich and Terry Pytlarz. 9 Around the Institute 10 Learn about Lifesharing Sharing your home and family with an adult with intellectual disabilities can be a rewarding and enriching experience— just ask our Lifesharing providers! We are currently looking for individuals and families who would be interested in becoming a provider in this wonderful program. Adults with disabilities are matched with individuals, couples and families who have similar interests and lifestyles for an enduring and mutually beneficial relationship. The program is offered in Erie and Philadelphia, and providers receive a stipend. For information, visit BarberInstitute.org, or call program specialist Cherylynn McIntosh at 878-5632. On the Move The adult day programs serving the Pittsburgh Region have relocated to a larger, more modern facility in the same complex. The move will enable many of the services to grow, including the Community Hab program that provides adults with opportunities to access their community and build skills toward greater independence. The new address is 20 Emerson Lane, Suite 905, Bridgeville, PA 15017; all other contact information remains the same. Making Music Ruth Ann Scanzillo, a member of the Erie Chamber Orchestra, shares her cello with a preschool student during the “musical petting zoo” held for students at the Barber National Institute in May. Every month throughout the school year, musicians from the Erie Chamber Orchestra visited with students to demonstrate their instruments ranging from violins, trumpets and drums. Youngsters even had the opportunity to make their own music by playing the instruments! Looking over some of the donated equipment are, from left, team mascot C Wolf, Siebenbuerger representatives Walt Watral, Financial Secretary; Mike Wilkosz, director; Terry Humes, general manager; Dr. Maureen Barber-Carey, Barber National Institute executive vice president; Connections campers Andrea Hecker and Gabriel Dolak. Standing back row are Chris Rendulic, Siebenbuerger Club president, and Greg Coleman, president of the Erie SeaWolves. Baseball Clinic—It’s a Hit! Three local organizations teamed up to provide children with autism a fun and valuable experience this summer. The Barber National Institute, the Erie SeaWolves, and the Siebenbuerger Club came together to provide a day-long baseball clinic for children in the Erie Connections Camp. A $6,000 donation from the Siebenbuerger Club funded the clinic, where Erie SeaWolves players and coaches taught baseball fundamentals such as fielding, throwing, pitching and base running. The goal is for youngsters to take what they learned at the clinic and put it to use on school and neighborhood fields with their friends, classmates or in a league. “Being able to participate in activities with your peers is an important part of childhood,” said Dr. Maureen BarberCarey, executive vice president of the Barber National Institute. “With so many families living with the challenges of autism, it is especially important to provide opportunities for children that will lead to greater inclusion in their schools and community. We are thankful to members of the Siebenbuerger Club and the Erie SeaWolves for making this possible.” The Siebenbuerger Club also funded a clinic for 30 adults with disabilities in day programs at the Barber National Institute. The Club also held an equipment drive to provide campers and adults with new or gently used gloves, balls and bats. Chris Rendulic, president of the Siebenbuerger Club, stated, “The Siebenbuerger Club is thrilled to sponsor the baseball clinic for the children and adults of the Barber National Institute. This year, we have concentrated our efforts into working with the youth of today; our leaders of tomorrow. If this event helps just one young person, it is money well spent.” 11 “Grammy” Honored at Shillelagh ‘Don’t worry, we are in the best place to get help. Tomorrow we’ll call the Barber National Institute and they’ll know what to do.’ And that is exactly what happened. The staff was there for us and gave us hope.” Aidan began intensive therapy in the home, and eventually entered preschool at the Barber National Institute. He transitioned into kindergarten in his home school district, and during summers attended the Barber Institute Connections Camp. Now an active 13 year old, Aidan attends school in his Ohio home district without outside supports. Bev DiCarlo, second from left, 2014 Shillelagh Woman of the Year, is congratulated by her daughter, Erin Dever, left, and Bridget and John Barber. A child’s diagnosis of autism can have a profound effect on a family. For Bev DiCarlo, it led to a journey that would take her to every state in the country, and a story that would inspire many others living with the challenges of autism. Bev shared her family’s story of hope as she received the 2014 Shillelagh Woman of the Year at this year’s Golf Tournament held June 19. The Harborcreek resident was honored for her advocacy for autism as part of the Race with Grammy campaign that led Bev to complete half marathons in all 50 states over a three-year period. Through her efforts, she raised more than $42,000 for the Dr. Gertrude A. Barber Foundation. Every step along the way, Bev found motivation from her grandson, Aidan. At the Shillelagh presentation, she recalled what it felt like to see the happy, smiling baby begin to change. “Every day, he would seem to interact less…he stopped making eye contact and seemed to turn inward. Instead of playing with a truck, he would turn it over and watch the wheels spin; he could do that for hours at a time,” Bev explained. Around the time of Aidan’s second birthday, Bev’s daughter called to say that he was diagnosed with autism. “Do you know how scary that is for a parent,” said Bev. “But I told my daughter, Bev and her husband, Dave, have three grown children, and five grandchildren. “Race with Grammy” came to a close in October, 2013, when Bev completed her final race in Des Moines, Iowa. In all, she pounded 668 miles of pavement and trails, Traditional shillelaghs handmade in Ireland were traveled more than presented to the winning foursome at this year’s 115,000 miles by air Tournament, the Bianchi Honda Team. From left are Jason Porreco, Dave Spitzer, John Potter and Cory and car, and wore out Smith. 13 pairs of running shoes. Along the way, she shared her family’s story with fellow racers, spectators and the media. All of these achievements, though, pale to the joy of seeing Aidan reaching his goals. “We feel like we have our happy child back,” said Bev. “We are so grateful to the Barber Institute for what feels like a miracle. Not only did they help Aidan, but they were there for our entire family.” Mark Calendars for Upcoming Events The 12th annual Ladies Only Luncheon will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22 at The Kahkwa Club. Invitations will be sent the week of Sept. 15, and online reservations will also be available at that time. With the seating capacity being reduced this year to make the event more comfortable for attendees, the planning committee expects the event to sell out quickly! We’re also “spreading the news” about this year’s Premier Prize, an “NYC Shop & Stay Get-Away.” Visit www. BarberInstitute.org for details on this exciting package, donated by Miller Travel and J. Crew. Tickets will soon be available online and at the Barber National Institute. The region’s premier event will mark an important milestone with the 50th Anniversary of the Barber Christmas Ball on Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Bayfront Convention Center. Keep watching BarberInstitute.org for exciting news about this special occasion! The community is invited to support our events and activities. For information, visit www.BarberInstitute.org Barber National Institute Educational Opportunities Bright Beginning Early Intervention (birth-age 3) The Elizabeth Lee Black School (Approved Private School) Autism Center Happy Hearts Day Care & Inclusive Preschool Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program Adult Education & Literacy Therapies Connections Summer Camp for children with high functioning Autism/Asperger Syndrome Traditional & Specialized Family Based Mental Health Services Advanced Children’s Therapies (ACT) Program Speech Therapy Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services Psychiatric & Psychological Services Nutritional Services Trauma and Grief Counseling Health Services Department Social Skills Training Barber National Institute Barber Spirit is a quarterly publication for friends of the Dr. Gertrude A. 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Barber Director of External Affairs Mary Rotunda Cuneo Manager of Public Relations Brandon Boyd Communications Assistant Living In The Community Club Erie Respite Care Lifesharing through Family Living Supported Living in homes and apartments Residential Group Homes Adult Day Services Prevocational Services Transitional Work Services Supported Employment Adult Training Facilities Older Adult Daily Living Centers Mental Health Partial Hospitalization Support for Families Blended Case Management for Children & Adults Family Support Services Family and Sibling Support Groups Agency with Choice, Habilitation Services Recreational Opportunities ESO Dances (Expanding Sociability Opportunities) Camp Shamrock Summer Programs Keep Connected Time for Me Community Resources Before/After School & Summer Child Care Programs Consultative services to schools & professionals Swimming & Water Exercise Lessons Kids on the Block Puppet Troupe Gift Shop For more information about these and other services, call the Barber National Institute at 814-453-7661 or visit our website at www.BarberInstitute.org. Thank You Highmark & Saint Vincent Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Saint Vincent Hospital are serving as presenting sponsors for the 2014 Barber Beast on the Bay. Joining in making the announcement were, from left, Neil Parham, senior community affairs analyst with Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield; John Barber, president of the Barber National Institute; Scott Whalen, chief executive officer of Saint Vincent Hospital; and the Beast. Students were on hand to thank the two community organizations, including, from left, Madison Blair, Mikai White, Charlee Trapp and Tyler Hodubinski from the PreK Counts program.
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