Monthly Archives: July 2026

A Community Resource for Hope, Healing, and Resilience: The Importance of the Children’s Acute Partial Hospitalization Program 

Communities thrive when children and families have access to the support they need during life’s most challenging moments. For families navigating significant behavioral health and emotional concerns, finding timely, compassionate, and coordinated care can be overwhelming. The Children’s Acute Partial Hospitalization Program at … Continue reading

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What Jimothy the Raccoon Can Teach Us About Building a More Inclusive World 

Every once in a while, an unlikely ambassador captures the hearts of millions. This summer, that ambassador arrived with a stubby tail, a curious face, and a body unlike any other raccoon most of us have ever seen.  Meet Jimothy, a wild raccoon … Continue reading

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Disability Pride Month: Celebrating Choice, Community, and Inclusion 

Every July, Disability Pride Month offers an opportunity to celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of people with disabilities while recognizing the ongoing journey toward a more inclusive world. The month commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act … Continue reading

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Barber National Institute’s Autism/Special Needs Support Group: Finding Support through Community 

For parents and caregivers of children with autism/special needs, the journey can be filled with both incredible joys and unique challenges. While every family’s experience is different, one thing remains true: no one should have to navigate that journey alone.  That’s why Barber … Continue reading

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Why Extended School Year Matters at the Elizabeth Lee Black School 

For many students, summer is a time to pause. But for the students we serve at the Elizabeth Lee Black School, continued learning is not just beneficial—it’s essential.  Extended School Year (ESY) provides critical continuity for students whose progress depends on … Continue reading

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