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July 14, 2021

Coming Out of the Cocoon

The vaccination rate is climbing, the wearing of masks is decreasing, and we are venturing out into the world again.  If you are like me, the world feels new, and the same, and wonderful, and overwhelming.  I couldn’t wait to hug my friends and family after not seeing them in over a year.  The joy of sitting on a couch...

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July 7, 2021

Clarion County Fair: Disability Awareness Day

It’s that time of year again!  County Fair time. The Clarion County Fair is hosting Disability Awareness Day on July 28, 2021 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. I wanted to let everyone know about this FREE event.   I have personally been there several years back, and I can say it is an awesome day, filled with fun things to...

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June 30, 2021

Fourth of July – Preparing for the Celebration

The Fourth of July is rapidly approaching. But, it’s not all about the ooh’s an aah’s for some people with intellectual disabilities and autism. For many people it can cause frustration, anxiety, and a sense of feeling overwhelmed. But it is very hard to completely escape the celebrations. However, there are several things that we can do to help support...

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June 2, 2021

June is National Camping Month

After more than a year of living with the COVID-19 pandemic, people are ready to get out and about. And growing in increasing popularity is the trend in camping.  More and more people are taking their travels on the road in RVs.  It’s a great way to vacation while still following safety guidelines. Many of these RVs are like personal...

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May 26, 2021

From Restriction to Relaxation

For many the gradual easing of pandemic restrictions brings longed-for opportunities to get back to the office, have fewer Zoom meetings, play or attend sports and be with family and friends in real space. Effective 12:01 a.m. May 31, 2021, Pennsylvania will eliminate all temporary capacity limits on businesses, keeping only the state’s masking order in place. Because of this...

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May 19, 2021

The Miracle League

For it’s 1, 2, 3 strikes you’re out at the old ball game!  Spring is in the air and with it comes America’s favorite pastime…baseball.  Now I’m not much of a sports fan, but I do enjoy watching a baseball game from time to time, as I’m sure many of you do as well.  Not only do we enjoy watching...

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May 5, 2021

Do I Really Need Different Passwords for Everything?

World Password Day is May 6th. While it’s not traditionally a national holiday celebrated with family & friends, I think we should change that! This day is meant to serve as a reminder of the importance of password hygiene, and how critical it is to add strong authentication to your important passwords to prevent identity theft and other cybercrimes. Strong...

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April 14, 2021

The HCQU Photo Tour

As we headed into the summer of 2020, we knew a lot had changed. Sure, we looked forward to summer with the normal amount of gladness to once again be able to go outdoors and not have to get all bundled up. And maybe this summer, the ability to get outdoors was especially appreciated, after a springtime in which everything...

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March 3, 2021

What’s the Story?

I am thrilled, elated, ecstatic…you can see that not even by coupling the dictionary and the thesaurus together can I really find the proper language to communicate the excitement of this announcement. Have you heard the word that Next Chapter Book Club has come to Western PA? Next Chapter Book Club is a world-renowned club for adolescents and adults with...

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February 3, 2021

Brother Andre’s Café

I received an email just a little bit before Christmas.  In part, it read;  “You all may feel a little disheartened this time of year with the pandemic and chaos we are facing, but maybe this little bit of good news will give you a ray of hope.   Milestone Supported Employment assisted in opening a café.  This café is staffed...

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