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Philadelphia, PA
Joined April 2009
What an incredible week of the FIRST-EVER @PALSprograms Pittsburgh! This week was about making lifelong #friendships, building #confidence & #independence, working together to build a world of belonging, all while having fun in the city of Pittsburgh! Photos by: Emily Reifsnyder.
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We recently had the privilege of hosting the PALS Program on campus, which is an inclusive overnight camp for kids with and without Down Syndrome. Thanks to PALS for creating this fun video from their time here! @PALSprograms youtu.be/tfjbgfaxuwk
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Want to be part of the best week of the summer? Volunteer as a Peer for @PALSprograms Pittsburgh, happening at the University of Pittsburgh on July 16-22. To learn more visit t.ly/G1Y- and stop by Pitt's campus today in the Litchfield Towers Lobby from 2-6pm! #PALS
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#PALSMaine calls #UniversityofNewEngland home for its week-long summer immersive program for young people with Down Syndrome and their peers. Such a fun day visiting the program and meeting two of our UNE student volunteers: Hannah LoVerdi and Leigh Rowe. @PALSprograms
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It was great to meet the participants in the PALS program on campus today. PALS is a wonderful camp program for young adults with Down syndrome. They’re having a great time living and learning on UNE’s Biddeford campus this week. @PALSprograms
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Teddie has been a proud supporter of @PALSprograms over the years. The kids always look like they have a great time!
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#GetInvolved at PALS Seattle with PALS Programs givepul.se/fyq87f @PALSPrograms – at Pennsylvania, USA
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We visited with the @PALSprograms and found out the inspiration for this organization and their beautiful 'Congratulations Project'. 🎧Listen to the full episode: ifweknewthen.podbean.com/e/1… #Downsyndrome 💛💙
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Thank you to @PALSprograms for the invitation to be a guest writer on the PALS Blog this week. My experience as a counselor with this organization has been so rewarding. Read my written piece below: palsprograms.org/blog/spring… And please consider donating! Fundraising link in bio.
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I can’t wait for Camp PALs again!! The Virtual Camp and the in-person one as well!! @PALSprograms
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On Monday we celebrated WDSD by rocking our socks and discussing the importance of inclusion. I shared many photos and videos from my experiences working with @PALSprograms. Today students asked if we could watch more videos from Camp PALS. Future counselors in training! 💙💛
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Bitty & Beau’s, coffee shop chain employing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, coming soon to Bethlehem mcall.com/entertainment/food…
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Camp PALS Volunteers - accepting applications for Summer 2021 ift.tt/39NKItt mentor, non-profit, summer
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Following the lead of the trusted experts at DSMIG-USA NDSC has signed onto their position regarding the COVID-19 vaccines that have been approved for people 16 and older. #COVID19 #CovidVaccine #DownSyndrome To view the complete statement visit ndsccenter.org/programs-reso…
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Goooood morning warriors of freedom, equality, justice, and humanity... let's change the world today. #GivingTuesday
It’s #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth! Last year we met Jason and his sister Jenni from @PALSprograms. Check back in with this awesome sibling duo and learn how even through the pandemic, they are still working towards a world of belonging.
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Episode 26: PALS Programs - A Deeper Conversation About Down Syndrome LINK: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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Siblings Speak Out: Jenni Newbury describes her experiences as the sister of a brother with Down syndrome and how they both became advocates who formed Camp PALS for other people with Down syndrome and their siblings to have fun together. ow.ly/Pxrc30jjOuU
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“The Congratulations Project” book: Highlights the handwritten, original words of young adults with Down syndrome writing to new parents of babies with the same diagnosis. congratulationsproject.org
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What a beautiful gift the Congratulations Project letters are to expectant parents of children with Down syndrome. Thanks you @PALSprograms for all the positivity and good your organization brings to the world. ❤️ Episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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