Erie, PA (November 8, 2024) - Pennsylvania Advocacy and Resources (PAR) 2024 “We Are Worth It” Self-Advocacy Employee of the Year award is given to Jerome Owens, an adult in our Philadelphia Supported Employment program.
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Erie, PA (Oct. 30, 2024) - Barber National Institute Forensic Outpatient Therapist Catherine (Caity) Bilanich was invited to create an original artwork for public exhibition at the Erie Art Museum. Erie, PA (Oct. 25, 2024) - Students from Barber National Institute’s Elizabeth Lee Black School gathered in song to thank Pennsylvania Senator Dan Laughlin who was instrumental in securing an additional $750,000 in funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education for Barber National Institute’s Elizabeth Lee Black School as part of the 2024-2025 Pennsylvania state budget. Erie, PA (Sept. 20, 2024) - Employees across Barber National Institute celebrated the legacy and birthday of its founder Dr. Gertrude Barber with a parking lot party for adults, children and employees.
Art Exhibit Engages Artists who Identify as Having a Mental Health Challenge
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Elizabeth Lee Black School Thanks Senator Dan Laughlin
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Barber National Institute Celebrates Founder's Day
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