News & Updates from Barber National Institute

Erie, PA (August 18, 2026) –Barber National Institute has been renewed by the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) at the Select Tier for performance-based contracting, recognizing the organization's continued commitment to quality residential services for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism.

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Erie, PA (July 23, 2026)- Today, Barber National Institute celebrated the culmination of a $2.2 million project with a ceremonial ribbon cutting at its new children’s acute partial hospitalization program, 1319 Sassafras Street in Erie, Pa.

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Erie, PA 9 (July 9, 2026) - Barber National Institute has partnered with We Rock the Spectrum Gym in Erie as the new home for its autism/special needs support group.

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Erie, PA (July 8, 2026)- At Barber National Institute, a commitment to compassion, innovation, and an unwavering belief in human potential guides every aspect of its work. That commitment is especially evident in its 55 community homes across Erie County, where adults with intellectual disabilities and autism are supported in living connected, independent lives within their neighborhoods and communities.

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