In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Horizon House staff members gladly took part in Wear Pink Day. We annually celebrate this day each October as we do our small part in raising awareness in fighting Breast Cancer. Thank you to the numerous team members, including those not pictured, who took part in this day of awareness.
Backpack Donation Courtesy of BNI Foundation
A major thank you goes out to our great friends and supporters from the BNI Foundation, who recently donated almost 100 backpacks each full of school supplies to Horizon House. These backpacks were distributed to participants and handed out at community events in recent weeks. We are so incredibly grateful for this donation that supports our participants and our neighbors in Philadelphia!
Wilmington Latin Food Festival
Members of our awesome Peer Recovery Center team were out and about in the local Wilmington community again this past weekend at the Latin Food Festival, sharing information on who Horizon House is, what we do and how we can help those in need. Spreading the word about our services is a crucial part of what we do. Its incredibly important to us to take care of members of our communities!
DBHIDS Points of Transformation Awards
Horizon House brought home the hardware at the recent Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services Points of Transformation Awards! Horizon House had five award winners at this event, which celebrates and honors Direct Support Professionals who dedicate themselves to their communities. Featured award winners from Horizon House included Developmental Services Chief Services Officer Linda Washington Brown (Dedicated Leadership Award) and Developmental Services staff member Robert (Points of Transformation Award). We also had a featured speaker represent our Agency as Developmental Services staff member Billamin spoke at the ceremony about how important his work is to him and how he wants to positively impact all participants he serves. We are very proud of all of you for these well-deserved accolades!
In Memory of Arlene Solomon
Last week, we had the honor of hosting a dedication ceremony in memory of Arlene Solomon, a devoted Horizon House staff member who passed away in 2022. A fierce supporter of our participants and their right to education, Arlene founded our Education Plus program, which provides mobile academic and social support to participants in college or those interested in furthering their education. This program has now helped 75 participants earn degrees or post-secondary certifications. The plaque dedicated to her and the incredible impact she has left will forever hang in the Education Plus office at our New Market West Headquarters. Thank you to the Solomon family for being on hand and for the continued support of our mission. And thank you to all who came to share their memories of Arlene.
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
This past Saturday morning, Horizon House was privileged to sponsor the Philadelphia 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at the Wells Fargo Center. Members of our team joined countless others in climbing the arena’s lower bowl stairs for the equivalent of 110 floors, the same number of floors in the World Trade Center towers, for the continued support of families of fallen firefighters. We also had a resource table on hand to provide information on our services and the work we do around the region. Thank you to everyone involved for a great morning!
Horizon House Fall Festival “The Most Magical Place on Stokley”
Our annual Fall Festival took place last Thursday and we wanted to share some snapshots from all the fun! The theme was “The Most Magical Place on Stokley”. Our participants and staff from around the region came to our Stokley Street office parking lot dressed in their favorite Disney-inspired outfits. We had a most magical time thanks to our magic makers of the day, including staff volunteers, representatives from our executive team, our food truck vendors, our resource tables, and our DJ. Our participants were definitely satisfied!
Journey of Hope Kickball Tournament
Recently, our Susquehanna Park location participated in another Journey of Hope kickball tournament in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. They competed alongside three other behavioral health organizations for a shot at taking home the tournament trophy. Susquehanna participants were the reigning champs from 2023, and we are happy to report that our program won again! Congrats again to all involved!
West Philly Health and Resource Fair
It was our distinct pleasure to host the West Philly Health and Resource Fair at our New Market West Service Headquarters this past Saturday! Together with Saint Joseph’s University‘s Institute of Clinical Bioethics and Councilmember Curtis Jones, Jr.‘s Office to provide free health screenings and numerous resources for all members of the West Philly community. Throughout the day, we teamed to serve roughly 100 community members with free medical screenings, resources and even a healthy lunch. Thank you to PA » Continue Reading.
ACT Team in Lehigh Valley
Horizon House’s ACT Team in the Lehigh Valley has been out and about recently! The first picture is from a participant picnic held on a beautiful afternoon in September. The second picture is from a team-building event where staff members teamed up to conquer a local escape room. Staying active and doing things as a group are all part of staying happy and healthy!
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