Horizon House was proudly recognized by the Philadelphia Eagles Red Zone program presented by Philadelphia Insurance.  Loren, our own “Bird Man” and his brother-in-law Andre represented Horizon House in the stands while Marcie Cole and Pamela Nabried-Abdullah informed passersby of the work we do and shared Horizon House information and HH items at a designated booth on the main concourse. Loren’s brother in law, said, “Loren, who is an avid Eagles fan -had a big old smile plastered across his face. It made my day to see the thrill and excitement he enjoyed throughout the game. Loren had made a profound statement to me when I asked are enjoying yourself. Loren- stated that ” he is blessed” and I confirmed to him. “Yes, you are blessed”. And, most exciting for Loren…the Eagles won!!!!!

What an incredible evening for “Celebrating You,” an event to thank 4 exceptional community leaders and the organizations they lead, for their dedication to the Horizon House community and for giving joy to those we serve.

This year’s Horizon House Community Leaders Awards were presented to David Kauffman, BNI Main Line I, Karen Ebbert, Networking Women PA, Patricia Nogar, The Sophia Group, and Pamela Follo Badolato, The Plaid Pajama Project. The awards are our way of thanking our community partners and highlighting the exemplary partnerships which collaboratively have transformed the lives of the men and women we serve.

We also extend a big thank you to Geoff Dodd, Store Manager, and staff of Raymour and Flanagan, KoP for graciously opening their doors to host the event and for presenting Horizon House with a special gift as part of their community outreach.

 

 

Have you ever wondered how disadvantaged students afford the school supplies they need? According to a new survey from Deloitte that analyzes back-to-school buying trends, parents will spend an estimated $510 per household on school supplies this year.

Thanks to the generosity of BNI Mainline I- Voices initiative, students in our PEACE program and parents in our Housing programs received a little assistance to begin the school year. 150 backpacks, loaded with school supplies were donated and distributed. At Horizon House we understand that support to the men and women we serve is more than a mere treatment of a diagnosis. Our goal is for the whole person to thrive. This act of kindness from our BNI Mainline I community partners truly alleviated stress and anxiety for the recipients.

The development of our new headquarters at 59th and Market Street is well on its way. Rather than just inviting you to the unveiling in 2020, come, take a peek with us to witness the progress thus far. New Market West will be much more than an office as it will bring child care, retail shops, and low-income housing that will benefit both the local community, our participants, and staff.

It’s official! Horizon House became a smoke-free environment as of July 1, 2018. With the support from top management, advanced planning, and communications, allowing agency-wide feedback, we’ve made it. We recognize that choosing to become a smoke-free environment may not be easy for some, but in the long run, we know that it is the right decision for everyone. We will continue to help those that are still on the fence by offering smoking cessation classes, education materials, and other resources to help everyone with this transition. We are excited to choose a New Normal for Horizon House- breathing cleaner air.

“When you go through a dark time and cannot see any light ahead, your true friends will SHINE like diamonds.” We are grateful to call the phenomenal women of The Sophia Group friends. We thank Pat Nagor, host of Living Well with Pat Nogar for initiating the call to action immediately after being informed of the devastating recent 3-alarm fire that tore through an apartment building in Norristown, leaving the two men served by Horizon House homeless. The unbelievable response to her call resulted in three women operated businesses opening their doors to serve as collections points and the collection of clothing and loads of household goods to help replace everything lost during the fire.

If you would like to join this effort, please go to our www.hhinc.org and click the Donate Now Button.

Horizon House would like to thank the sponsors, golfers, and volunteers who generously donated your time and money to make the 26th annual golf outing, held on Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at the Huntingdon Valley Country Club an incredible success. Because of your wonderful generosity, our fundraising goal of $115,000.00 was exceeded.

The marvelous day on the course was followed by the incredible story told by Frank, a recipient of Horizon House services, and the hilarious impressions of Philly’s own radio personality and comedian, Joe Conklin.

While some golfers walked away with bragging rights for next year, we all left knowing that our mission to improve the lives of the men and women we serve is being accomplished.

A Glimpse of the Day

What an incredible group of girls! During the Brownie Bash of the Brandywine Valley Service Unit Girl Scout Event – 400 girls donated 350 socks, gloves, hats and undergarments to Horizon House.

Pictured above is only one of the troops who attended the event. On behalf of the men and women served by Horizon House, thanks to you, to all the troops, and troops leaders who helped make our feet and hearts happy

The excerpt is taken from : Falling off the Cliff Part 4: Life after death By: Ronnie Polaneczky, STAFF COLUMNIST, Daily News Philly.com December 1, 2017

For those … like Norman Moore, 60, the going is dicey without the close advocacy of others.

Born with intellectual disabilities to a violently alcoholic father and an abused mother unable to care for him, Moore was removed from his parents’ Southwest Philly home as a toddler. He ricocheted in and out of terrible foster-care situations and, as an adult was often homeless. Other times, he rented rooms in squalid boarding homes whose housemates were sketchy. By the time he was 44, Moore had never lived in one place for more than a few years.

“People stole my money and clothes – everything,” he says.

His luck changed 18 years ago when he moved in with State Rep. Stephen Kinsey (D., 201st) and his family (Kinsey, » Continue Reading.