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Need a companion?
PA Connecting Communities offers a variety
of opportunities using a companion for
individuals that need special supports to
live at home and within the community as
independent as possible. All programs and
events offered by PA Connecting Communities
are designed to provide home and community
habilitation services. All activities teach
the skills needed to integrate into the
community, maximizing the potential to live
as independent as possible with outcomes
that can be measured and achieved. These
programs are planned for individuals who
require assistance in the acquisition,
retention, or improvement of skills related
to living and working in the community.
We offer services, at multiple levels of
staff to participant ratio for individuals
or small groups, or by staff with
specialized training. We offer 1:1, 1:3,
1:6 ratios for waiver funding billing.
Services are planned in accordance of
need established through the assessment
processes in the participant’s IEP or ISP.
PA Connecting Communities follows the
principles of self-determination. All
programs and events are consistent with our
Mission and are directed towards community
inclusion. We value the rights of all
individuals and emphasize the strengths of
each person while developing areas of need.
Contact your supports coordinator and our
office for consideration of waiver funding
guidelines. As always, programs may be
self-paid and special arrangements may be
made according to the individual’s needs.
(412) 784-1470. |
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Arts & Crafts
This class is designed to
create a weekly project for the holiday
season and/or floral design.
Art Therapy
This class is designed to
promote creativity and a form of
expression. 1 on 1 sessions or small groups
available.
Baking Holiday
This class is designed for
those that enjoy creating holiday goodies.
Sugar free and low fat receipts will be
substituted when possible. A decorative tin
of baked goods will go home for entertaining
over the holidays.
Bowling
This program all can enjoy.
Ramps are available for those in need. All
skill levels are welcome. Competitive
bowlers are welcome too. Shoes are included
in the prices.
Candy Making
Come enjoy making holiday
favorites. A tin of your favorites will be
sent home.
Carnegie Literacy Program
This class is designed to
promote literacy at all levels. Learn how
to use your library and all it has to
offer. Improve your skills and develop your
curiosity about other countries, customs or
learn about the United States and the
Presidents.
Carnegie Museum and Hall of
Trees
The Carnegie Museums of Art
and Natural Science are housed under the
same roof. The art museum features art from
the ancient Greeks to contemporary art. The
collections include paintings, sculptures,
and architecture. The natural history
section of the museum includes dinosaurs,
gems, and the Discovery Room. Come join us
to
explore our past. Each giant
tree has a different theme and is decorated
beyond your wildest imagination.
Carnegie Science Center
The Carnegie Science Center
is an interactive hands–on experience with
over 250 exhibits. Come join us in small
groups to enjoy the world of science.
Ceramics
Come use your hands to create
a weekly project. (Customized small class).
Options include painting and decorating your
choice of banks, jewelry boxes, specialty
dishes, etc… before sending it to the kiln. |
Chorus
This class is designed to
give all an opportunity to sing in a choral
environment. Each session our talented
singers perform a recital to an audience of
friends and family. All levels are
welcome. A great way to develop poise and
self-confidence.
Coffee Clutch
Play bingo; make a holiday
craft, and snacks.
This class is designed for
socializing with friends. Come play bingo,
games, crafts and snacks
Cooking
This class is designed to be
a sampling of quick, easy, affordable
foods. A sample of a breakfast, lunch and
dinner that can be duplicated at home will
teach the skills needed to be more
independent. This class is not intended to
be a substitute for dinner. Students have
hands on experience of preparing the foods
and do not sample until approximately 7or
7:30 pm. Nutrition is emphasized.
Craft Gardening Club
This class is designed to
teach simple gardening skills of planting
bulbs, perennials, and annuals. A
beautification project is completed at each
session so the students may see the results
of their hard efforts. Simple crafts to
spruce up the garden are also completed.
Annual planting at the community centers has
become a tradition.
Dances
Dances are offered monthly at
local holiday Inns to develop social skills
and friendships, which are essential for
happiness. Dinners or snacks and beverages
are provided and of course our DJ "Big Ed"
will play everyone's favorite tunes.
Educational Programs
Educational Programs whose
focus is health and wellness are offered and
provided by numerous organizations,
including the Komen Foundation for Breast
Cancer Awareness and self-exams along with
the American Diabetes Association partnering
in the Prevention of Diabetes.
Fitness
This class is designed to get
everyone up and moving. Enjoy playing your
favorite sport. Kick ball, Basketball,
soccer are just a few. Alternate exercises
may include stretching and walking with a
low impact approach.
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Friday
Night “Social”
Enjoy an evening with
friends; play cards, games and charades.
There may be some music and even an “Open
Mic”. Panera’s goodies will be our snacks.
Limited to 20 people – Get registrations in
early.
“Friday Night” Sing Along
Come join us for a sing along
with your friends. 1 or 2 evenings are
available.
A variety of songs for you to tap your toes
to and join in on harmonizing.
Heinz History Center
The John Heinz History Center
brings America’s most legendary journeys to
life. Pittsburgh was known as the “Gateway
to the West.” Come tour with us and learn
the history of Pittsburgh. Current exhibits
& attractions include the Great Hall,
Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, Special
Collections, and Sebastian Mueller Education
Center.
Intro To Computers
This class is for everyone.
Learn how to e-mail your family and
friends. Make a greeting card, calendars
and more!
Leisure Activities
Activities include board
games, crafts, and bingo with light
refreshments. This program fosters lots of
socialization.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Mysteries Most Wanted
will perform a classic you
won’t want to miss. It will keep you
guessing while choosing the entree of your
choice. Seating is limited. Don’t miss
out on this night out with friends.
Register early! Enjoy this play while dining
out at the Spaghetti Warehouse.
Music & Dance
This class is designed for
dancing & singing to you favorite tunes. It
is an excellent way to burn off calories in
a fun and stimulating atmosphere with our
trained dancer and staff. Bring your CD's
to share! All levels enjoy singing and
dancing. Learn some new steps with Colleen.
Music Movement
This class is designed to
encourage the "tiny dancer" in all of us.
Learn the basic dance steps in a dance
studio environment with Colleen. Share your
talents at our annual talent show in April.
You will not want to miss this opportunity.
Music Therapy
This class is designed to
promote language skills, communications and
an expression of emotions. Join our
certified music therapist for an enjoyable
learning experience. |
Painting
This is a program designed
for 1 on1 instruction or small groups. It
is a custom designed class in your home or
near by community center to bring out the
artist side of you. All art forms are used.
Performing Arts
This is a weekly class is
designed to stimulate creativity and poise.
Skits, costume design and scenery will be
part of the program along with acting,
singing and dancing. Share your talent at
our annual talent show in April.
Phipps Conservatory and
Botanical Gardens
Something is always blooming
at the Phipps. Come with us and become a
photographer. Join in and tour through the
thirteen rooms of historic glasshouse and
stroll amongst the beauty of the outdoor
gardens. Throw away cameras will be
supplied for picture opportunities you will
be sure to want to include in your
scrapbook.
Scrapbook Design
This is a
class to create our
memories. Photo albums are put together
with the students favorite pictures from
vacations, holidays or family get together.
The class is also used to encourage social
and oral communications. Come tell a story
about you photos
Story Telling
Come join our group for a
night of entertainment. All ages are
welcome.
Watch Your Weight & Inches
Disappear
This is a class designed to
teach the participant, and/or caregiver the
importance of making good choices when
shopping, eating out, or cooking in. How to
choice the best Mall food, How to read a
food label, portion sizes, and nutrition is
emphasized. Weekly weigh in are rewarded
with prizes from the gift basket. A weekly
work out to Richard Simmons and the Oldies
will get you sweating off the weight.
Everyone is rewarded for effort. This class
can be offered at your group home or
apartments for small groups.
Weight Training and Fitness
This is a class designed to
improve self image. Students learn how to
lift weights correctly and safely. Build
muscle and loose fat. This class can be
geared at your group home or apartments for
small groups. 1 on 1 training is available. |
