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February 23, 2022

Love and Loss

The past two years have been a rollercoaster for many of us personally and professionally. We may feel a sense of loss. We may have lost friends, family, people we support, and co-workers. Many of us have also lost our sense of normalcy. Normalcy is what helps the world make sense. Not knowing what the future holds can be a...

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February 16, 2022

That’s the Power of Love!

Ok before you skip off to youtube or rewatch 1985’s Back to the Future that featured Huey Lewis’s fantastic single “The Power of Love”, I want to share some thoughts with you this Valentine’s week. Romantic love gets a major spotlight on Valentine’s Day but let’s not forget nor underestimate the power of friendship. Think about what having a friend...

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February 9, 2022

One Word … Love… Meet Nate Simon

Meet Nate Simon! He is a 19-year-old gentleman with a fashion statement of fun and dressed to impress! Nate and his family own 21 Pineapples Shirt Company. They have only been in business a few months but it has taken off across the country! It was such an honor to speak with Nate and his Mother, Holly, before the...

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February 2, 2022

Open Up Pittsburgh

A friend of mine recently clued me into Open Up Pittsburgh. Don’t you like the sound of that name? To me it sounds like a call to step up and be inclusive. That’s right this has nothing to do with business closures, this has to do with opening up to wellness, community, equity, and accessibility. Their mission is briefly expressed...

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January 26, 2022

To See, or Not to See… Happy Groundhog Day!

Well, this is the time of the year when the hustle and bustle of the holidays are over and we start to dream about spring/summer. We wonder how long the winter weather will be with us, and some are hopeful that Punxsutawney Phil will predict early spring for the future forecast on Groundhogs Day, February 2, 2022. It has been...

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January 19, 2022

AMC Theaters Offering Open Captions

For movie lovers that are deaf, have hearing loss, or who may not use English as their first language, AMC is proudly leading the industry for a better viewing experience. As of November 5, 2021, AMC offered open-caption in 240 of it’s theaters across the country. Open caption is available in any area where there are at least two AMC-owned...

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January 12, 2022

Did you know that Milestone HCQU West has an app??

It’s true! It’s FREE! And, it’s available for iPhone or Android. Pocket HCQU contains loads of tools & resources to help you support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Do you need to cook for the people you support but only know how to use the microwave? Pocket HCQU can help with delicious, healthy recipes developed by our favorite...

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January 5, 2022

Myths and Facts Covid-19 Vaccination

Being armed with the most accurate information regarding COVID-19 and the vaccines can help you make an educated decision about vaccination. This short video may help answer some of the questions that you have and dispel some of the myths surrounding COVID-19 vaccinations. For more information you can go to Centers for Disease Control-Coronavirus 19 at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html and Johns Hopkins...

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December 29, 2021

Ahead

A new year is dawning just ahead. No one knows what a day may hold when those first rays streak across the horizon, so also we don’t know what the year will bring. With all the fears, burdens, joys, and potential you carry, hold onto hope. Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul, And sings the...

Everyday Life/General

December 22, 2021

The Present

Many different traditions and celebrations are being remembered this time of year. As you remember the past, far distant or the recent months, I hope you also cherish the value of being present. Sometimes that means being a listening ear as someone meanders down memory lane. They just need a tender heart willing to glimpse at what they are sharing....

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