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The Gift of Growth: How to Start a Growth Journal for Your Child
Parenting can feel like time stands still in the moment, but looking back, the time between infancy and high school graduation feels like a flash. So many tiny moments of epiphany and growth that feel unforgettable at the time, somehow get lost in the noise of life. A growth journal can be a powerful and…
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Nurturing Creative Minds Through Holistic Education
In today’s tech-centric educational environment, a holistic education through creativity and hands-on activities often seem overshadowed by screens and standardized tests. However, a growing movement within the academic world is bringing a renewed focus on hands-on activities, crafts, and problem-solving skills. This shift in education emphasizes the importance of engaging students in practical, tactile experiences…
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A Piece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy is Revitalized in Pottstown
In 1949, The Fellowship House in Pottstown hosted a young Martin Luther King Jr., who sought inspiration from a sermon that would shape his philosophy on non-violence. Seventy-five years later, this historic site is being revitalized by Working Together and Executive Director Ted Edwards, writes Evan Brandt for The Times Herald. Edwards purchased The Fellowship…
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Valley Forge Tourism Raises Monetary Equivalent of 154,000 Pounds of Food
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s (VFTCB) 10th Annual Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive collected the monetary equivalent of 154,188 pounds of food ($12,849). “We love to see local businesses step up to serve and give back to their community,” said Rachel Riley, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the VFTCB, and a Board…
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Twin Brothers Helping Families With Small Children Gain Access to Essential Expense Donate to Philly Program
Jack and Red Thomas, 18-year-old twins from Malvern, recently made a donation to Philadelphia-based program, “Pamper and Diaper My Baby,” reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. The Thomas twins are the founders of “Duo for Diapers,” an organization that collects and donates diapers to diaper banks. Their journey started in 2023 and was sparked by the…
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Hosts For Hospitals Assists Families of Patients with Lodging in Philadelphia
Hosts for Hospitals is a temporary lodging community offering extremely affordable accommodations for relatives of patients at Philadelphia hospitals, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News Philadelphia. Barrie Dubois, who moved to Queen Village in 2018, has been offering her home to out-of-town families whose loved ones were undergoing treatment at local medical centers for the…
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Elwyn Launches $100M Campus Plan With Developer Hire
The behavioral health nonprofit Elwyn, headquartered in Media Borough, is spending $100 million to redevelop its main campus, including a new $45 million school, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. It will take a decade to redevelop the 260-acre campus. Redevelopment planning began last year. A master plan is being created to include “state-of-the-art…
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Grants Help Boost Livability, Expand Housing Options
Because of her knee problems, it’s getting harder for Carol Hoderny, 75, to manage the steps in the historic Erie home where she’s lived with her husband for four decades. To go up the 14 steps to the second floor — and down nine steps to the basement — it’s been “a little tough” over…
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Arc of Chester County Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Inclusion at the Annual Holiday Fun Fest
This past Saturday, Dec. 7, The Arc of Chester County brought the community together to celebrate its Annual Holiday Fun Fest, a joyful and inclusive event designed to ensure children of all abilities, and their families could experience the magic of the season. With the biggest turnout in the event’s history, the morning was filled with…
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King of Prussia District Presents Record Donation to Upper Merion Area Community Cupboard
King of Prussia District and sponsors of the 13th annual KOP Takes Out Hunger Food Drive recently presented a record donation of $31,698 to Upper Merion Area Community Cupboard. The funds were raised during the District’s award-winning Igloo Garden on the Green pop-up event, held in King of Prussia Town Center from Nov. 5-19 in…
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Enter the AARP Pennsylvania Sweepstakes for a Chance to Win a Penn State Bowl Game Trip
Get into the holiday and football spirit by entering for a chance to win an unforgettable trip to the Penn State Bowl Game. From now until Dec. 1, you until December 1, 2024, you can enter the AARP Pennsylvania Sweepstakes — no purchase or payments required. The Bowl Game Giveaway is sponsored by AARP Pennsylvania…
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Germantown-Based, Why Not Prosper, Ensures Formerly Incarcerated Women Have Positive Futures
Why Not Prosper, a social services organization in Philadelphia, focuses on providing transitional housing to women who were formerly incarcerated, to help make sure they have a positive future ahead, reports Marcus Espinoza for FOX 29. “We support them with staying clean, getting a job, and of course reuniting with their children,” said Rev. Dr.…
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The Arc of Chester County Brings Inclusive Joy at Holiday Fun Fest
The holiday season can be a joyful yet challenging time, especially for families of children with disabilities who often face extra financial and social pressures. On Saturday, December 7th, The Arc of Chester County will host its Annual Holiday Fun Fest—a special event that embraces inclusivity, bringing families together for a morning filled with a…
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AARP Pennsylvania Shares How To Avoid Scams During Medicare Open Enrollment
With Medicare’s open enrollment period running from Oct. 15-Dec. 7, AARP Pennsylvania is urging beneficiaries to be on high alert for scammers who want to steal money, Medicare information, or identity. “Scammers know this is an important time for Medicare beneficiaries as they review and determine what health plan and prescription drug coverage will work…
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City & State PA Aging Summit, Presented by AARP, Shares Vision for a Healthier Future for Seniors by 2030
By 2030, the population of Pennsylvanians aged 60 and older is projected to exceed 3.8 million or one in three Pennsylvanians. Resources and services dedicated to the state’s aging population must adapt for the health and well-being of all Pennsylvanians. City & State PA held an Aging in Pennsylvania Summit on Oct. 17 at the…
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Bay Area Nonprofit That Provides Youth With Firsthand Culinary Experience Coming to Philadelphia
Sprouts Chef Training, a Bay Area nonprofit that provides mentorship and culinary training to under-resourced youth, is preparing for its arrival to Philadelphia, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. As part of the training, Sprouts participants are paired with professional, working chef mentors who guide them through a six-week paid internship at a restaurant.…
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Arc of Chester County Highlights Journey of John Koresko
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time dedicated to recognizing the contributions of workers with disabilities and advocating for inclusive hiring practices. In honor of this important month, The Arc of Chester County is proud to highlight the inspiring journey of John Koresko, whose determination and growth have been supported by Riley…
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The Power of Women Voters 50+: AARP Reveals How Women in Pa. Will Influence the Presidential Election
Women over 50 account for almost one-third (29 percent) of likely voters overall and more than half (53 percent) of likely voters 50-plus in the state, and their priorities and concerns will likely influence the outcome of the 2024 election. In a poll AARP Pennsylvania released on Oct. 1, older women voters are split on…
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