News & Updates from Barber National Institute

DSP Spotlight on Pennsylvania Advocates and Resources Network

DSP Spotlight on Pennsylvania Advocates and Resources Network

Posted on January 21st, 2026 at 7:12 PM

Erie, PA (Jan. 21, 2026) - Congratulations to Direct Support Professional (DSP) Charlene Gaines-Jackson on receiving a spotlight recognition on the Pennsylvania Advocates and Resources (PAR) Network's website.

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Children's Behavioral Health Center Selected for State Funding

Children's Behavioral Health Center Selected for State Funding

Posted on December 17th, 2025 at 7:54 PM

Harrisburg, PA (December 15, 2025) - The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced the approval of $70 million through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) to help low-income individuals and improve distressed areas in Pennsylvania communities. The program, which provides tax credits to businesses that contribute to nonprofit organizations’ efforts to revitalize communities, will support 405 projects across the Commonwealth, including Barber National Institute's children's behavioral health center in downtown Erie.

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DSP Recognized on Pennsylvania Advocates and Resources Network

DSP Recognized on Pennsylvania Advocates and Resources Network

Posted on December 17th, 2025 at 7:47 PM

Erie, PA (December 15, 2025) - Congratulations to Direct Support Professional (DSP) Roselyn Spearman on receiving a spotlight recognition on the Pennsylvania Advocates and Resources (PAR) Network's website.

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