News - Due to the Record Snowfall and the State of Emergency in Allegheny County,  The February Sweetheart Dance scheduled for Today, February 7, 2010 has been cancelled!  Details will be forthcoming on rescheduling the dance on another date

All Day Programs, Classes, and events for Monday February 8, 2010 are also cancelled!! Stay tuned for further information regarding Day Programs, Classes and Events for Tuesday February 9, 2010.


On behalf of PA Connecting Board of Directors and staff, and volunteers we welcome you to our Web Site. PA Connecting Communities has many wonderful activities and opportunities planned for your benefit.  As a convenience all information is in print version and can be accessed via the navigation bar.  You will find a monthly calendar of programs in geographic locations for your planning needs.  PACC provides custom design programs.  Call us with your requests.

 

GREAT NEWS!

  • PA Connecting Communities has moved administrative offices to 4401 Butler Street Pittsburgh, PA 15201, in the Lawrenceville area. You may call us at (412) 621-6151 or fax us (412) 621-6154.

  • PACC is now offering programs and dances/ special events in Beaver County.  See listing under programs.

  • Soon to come:  An Apartment Model Program to teach home and community skills.   Call for more details.

PA Connecting Communities provides Home & Community Habilitation Services.  A companion may help you get more involved in the community, meet new friends, and learn to be more independent.  Ask your Independent Supports Coordinator to budget this service in your supports plan. Use codes w7057, 7058, 7059  w7060 for 1:1 service and w 7061.  List PA Connecting Communities as your provider on your Individual Support Plan.  For more information call the office. Other new services include respite W7249, W7257 and day camp W 7286.

PA Connecting Communities offers workshops prior to the dances at no charge for participants, caregivers, and family members.  Topics include Building Healthy Relationships and  Eating Healthy.

Parents and caregivers are invited to a series of parents information meetings at the monthly dances:   A separate room for this meeting with  refreshments will be provided.  Guest speakers from the "PARTNERSHIP" will talk about the ISP and the funding process.  Questions and answers are welcomed.

Do you receive  PACC's  Book of Programs and Activities?  If not please provide me with you name, address, email and phone number!

Yoga anyone?  A  class is being offered at the Bethel Park Community Center  Saturday,  mornings from  11:45 - 1 PM.  Cost $50.00 for Bethel Park residence- $55.00 for non residence.  Beginners and all levels are welcome.  This is a class for everyone!  Call Peggy for details.

New partnership:  PACC is offering  line dancing and cooking classes at  the West Minister Church on Route 19 near South Hills Village.    An interactive recreational program designed for youth and older  with disabilities using movement and music to promote physical fitness and healthy food prep.

Interested in becoming a volunteer?  Need a service project or internship?  Choose PACC and experience the pleasures of giving.

Call for additional information regarding these events. (412) 6216151.

 

See the articles in the Pittsburgh Tribune Review and The Almanac by clicking on the following "News" links

Click "News" to view Achieva's 2007 Awards of Excellence 

 Tribune Review                               The Almanac  

                                                                                     

You can support the Mission of PA connecting Communities in a variety of ways:  

Volunteering, joining a committee, sharing your business experiences to name a few.

 

 

 

 

PA Connecting Communities is proud to announce our 2009 Fundraisers & Highmark Walk 2010.

 

ENJOYMENT BOOK 2009 now available $28.00

PACC T-SHIRTS

PACC T-SHIRTS

PA Connecting Communities Talent Show and Fashion Show are now available as a DVD.  To place an order email us at office@paconnectingcommunities.org or call our main number.  It's a DVD sure to warm your heart!! 

 

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Executive Director, Northern & Eastern Area:      Arlene Bair
Executive Director, Southern & Western Area:     Peggy Mannella 

 

 PA Connecting Communities

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