Special Needs Consortium

We are now accepting applications for our free Inclusive Yoga Club this fall for students K-5. Our goal is to create enriching spaces for youth with and without disabilities to connect and grow together outside of school. Please help spread the word in your community!

Campers will participate in an engaging yoga class, play imaginative games intended to promote mindful social interactions, and make crafts they can use to help support a mindfulness practice at home. This is a smaller group setting with no more than 12 campers, and is located in our yoga studio in Lawrenceville. Our staff is trained at making this program accessible for students and we welcome anyone interested to apply with the link in our bio!

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Open Up students and Education Leads Erin and Chandler sit on the studio floor, smiling after a fun and engaging yoga session. They hold up the Open Up Emotion cards, where the students share how they are feeling during our mindful check-ins. The flyer highlights that this free Yoga Club is open to K-5 students and promotes mindful social interactions through yoga, games, and crafts.

Join us and Band Together Pittsburgh for a Game Day Halloween Bash!
Sunday, October 27 from 1-4PM

Join us for a special back-to-school webinar:
Communicating Effectively with Your School Team
September 25 at 12:00 PM via Zoom.
Register at: https://www.tfaforms.com/5144377

🗓️ Mark your calendars!

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) invites you to save the date for the 2024 Pennsylvania Autism Training Conference, held virtually Nov. 5-7. Stay tuned for more details!

🎶 Enjoy live music by Patrick Lah and Joe Hnath at Thursdays on the Patio at the Lauri Ann West Community Center on July 25th, 2024, from 6pm to 8:30pm.

Bring your friends and family for a relaxing evening outdoors. Location: 1220 Powers Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238. In partnership with Band Together Pittsburgh.

https://bandtogetherpgh.org/

Join us for more fun next week!

https://www.3riverscommunitycare.com/book-online

Tuesday 7/23
11-12 Science: Water Filtration $5
1-2:30 Games and Crafts
Thursday 7/25
11-12 Dance Exercise
1-2 Bry Art: Olympic Crowns

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There’s a new face in the barn. Join us this Thursday for Reading With Horses and meet our newest horse, Mel. He’s a sweetheart!
Preregistration is required.

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/stoneybrookfoundation/event/readingwithhorses06052024copy/

There is still time to register for Butler County Community College’s Virtual Personal Empowerment Training (PET) with PET Facilitator Jackie Eppler. Jackie offers a wealth of knowledge to her participants including her experience as a certified professional life coach and community leadership. Jackie has earned a Master of Public Health Services Administration, Master of Organizational Leadership, and John Maxwell certification. Jackie is passionate about helping others overcome challenges, make the most of opportunities, and realize their full potential. Here's what one of Jackie’s recent participants shared with us:

“Jackie’s voice is very encouraging. I enjoyed the training and I can see my life in a better light. PET really emphasized my courage and helped me overcome my weakness.” (Sima)

Register today at bc3.edu/empowerment.

Questions? Please call Tricia Pritchard at (724) 287-8711 ext. 8281 or [email protected].

DSAP invites you to be part of something truly extraordinary—the ✨DSAP Fashion Show✨ on Saturday, August 3 at Ross Park Mall starting at 2pm in Center Court.

The Fashion Show will feature 25 teen and adult models with Down syndrome who will be rocking the runway in styled outfits from American Eagle and Aerie who generously donated gift cards for each model.

This event isn't just about fashion; it's about celebrating individuals with Down syndrome — their unique talents, their individuality, and their incredible spirit. This is their moment to shine!

Join us as we defy stereotypes, break down barriers, and show the world just how amazing individuals with Down syndrome are. Don't miss this chance to be part of a community that celebrates diversity, empowers individuals with Down syndrome, and inspires everyone to embrace their true selves!

We encourage our community to RSVP for this FREE event to celebrate the beauty and style in all of us: t.ly/Llt1y.

If you'd like to volunteer at this event, sign up here: t.ly/zHZmc.

PAAutism.org, an ASERT Autism Resource Guide The ASERT Collaborative and the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services, provide resources for Pennsylvanians with autism, their families, communities and the providers who support them.

Join us this Thursday night for a south hills summer dance party at St Thomas More from 6 to 8 PM! DJ Big Ed will be there playing your favorite tunes! We will have snacks and drinks as well!

You must register no later than Tuesday 7/16!! Register with Missy at [email protected]

Join us July 20th at 1pm for Patriotic Bingo!
Registration is required, please contact [email protected]

🌲 Happy Friday! Every Friday of summer, we will be spotlighting ADA accessible parks across Pennsylvania. Getting outside is helpful for our mental and physical health and also fun!

Moraine State Park: https://bit.ly/3LdQ6b9
Canoe Creek State Park: https://bit.ly/4czeHTN
Nockamixon State Park: https://bit.ly/4cPLILb

For more information about these and other parks, visit https://cstu.io/57cc3e



Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Did you know? Glade Run and Seneca Valley Foundation are both enrolled in the EITC program. If you're a business owner and want to learn how you might support either of these excellent organizations with an alternative to payment for state taxes, join us on July 22!

🌤 Join DSAP for another Family Connection Playdate on Tuesday, July 23 at the Inclusive Playground in Friendship from 10am-12pm (weather permitting).

This playground, located in the backyard of The Children’s Home & Lemieux Family Center has accessibility features that include double-wide bridges, ramps, ADA swings, a wheelchair swing, ground-level elements and smooth rubber surfacing.

All ages and siblings welcome! RSVP here: t.ly/djmbl.

If the weather doesn't cooperate, we will update the event on the DSAP event calendar accordingly.

July is themed to the Olympics! Join us for our opening ceremonies and other fun activities next week.

https://www.3riverscommunitycare.com/book-online

Tuesday 7/9
11-12 Science: Opening Ceremonies $5
1-2:30 Games and Crafts

Thursday 7/11
11-12 Dance Exercise
1-2 Bry Art: Olympic Torches

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Don't delay!
There's still time to join guest speaker, Patti McCloud at our July lunch.
Join us on Saturday, July 27th for an afternoon or learning & relaxation! Connect with other moms over lunch! Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/cgyr8qd/lp/37a27ee1-0483-4ffc-b944-ecdcf26e44d4

First U.S. immersive learning system to debut at the Watson Institute

Get ready for an inspiring week at Butler Can-Am 2024 Games in Butler, PA, starting July 15th! This event brings together first responders from Canada and the US for a week of exciting competitions.

Join us from July 15th to 21st to support our local heroes and cheer on athletes in Olympic-style events. Your participation benefits Special Olympics Pennsylvania, which empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities through sports.

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate and make a difference!

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