News & Updates from Barber National Institute

A locally owned business and a young man in its employ that had been presented with awards on Oct. 19 during an annual conference held by Pennsylvania Advocacy and Resources for Autism and Intellectual Disability (PAR) celebrating the inclusion of persons with intellectual disabilities.

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You save, we win! You can save at Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" shopping event, and help our ESO program for adults! Just shop in-store or online Wednesday, Oct. 14 or Thursday, Oct. 15 and you will receive 20% off your purchase. 

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As we celebrate Disabilities Employment Awareness Month, the Barber National Institute would like to recognize the community businesses that continue to employ adults hired through our Supported Employment Program. We are honored to work with these businesses to make the dream of employment come true for loyal, dedicated adults.

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“Home for the Holidays” Christmas lights contest is a new celebration to safely bring the community together to make the holidays brighter and more festive for everyone.

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As we celebrate Direct Support Professionals Week during Sept. 13-19, we want to commend all of the dedicated women who work with adults with disabilities to help them achieve their dreams.  Our DSPs are working in our residential group homes, day programs and at job sites across the region to support adults in all of their day-to-day activities and accomplishments.  They work closely with the adults, some of whom are our most vulnerable citizens, to build meaningful relationships and fulfilling lives.  They are truly our heroes, and we asked them to share what they love most about their work.

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Alan Will, a blind Army veteran, was an inspiration last year when he crossed the finish line with his son. This year, Team Iron Will is doing Beast on the Block this weekend in his memory. Thanks, Erie News Now for sharing this amazing story!

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Erie Times-News recognized our founder, Dr. Gertrude A. Barber, as Erie's Woman of the Century.

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We're so grateful to our amazingly generous donors, we surpassed our Erie Gives goal and then some!

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The Beast will be back – but with a whole new look for 2020.  The region’s largest obstacle challenge has changed to adapt to current safety rules and guidelines while still providing a fun group fitness experience.

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Jon White, one of our group home residential managers, was recognized by Erie News Now with their Front Line Hero Award.

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