• Grants Help Boost Livability, Expand Housing Options

    Grants Help Boost Livability, Expand Housing Options

    Because of her knee problems, it’s getting harder for Carol Hoderny, 75, to manage the steps in the historic Erie home where she’s lived with her husband for four decades. To go up the 14 steps to the second floor — and down nine steps to the basement — it’s been “a little tough” over…

  • Elwyn CEO Charles McLister in Media Makes Admired CEO Series

    Elwyn CEO Charles McLister in Media Makes Admired CEO Series

    Philadelphia Business Journal recognized Elwyn CEO Charles McLister as one of its most admired CEOs in 2024. The resolute CEO, originally from Pittsburgh, has headed the Media-based nonprofit for more than seven years and has turned around its finances. Elwyn, through recapitalization, has seen a 72 percent increase in net assets since 2020 and a…

  • Arc of Chester County Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Inclusion at the Annual Holiday Fun Fest

    Arc of Chester County Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Inclusion at the Annual Holiday Fun Fest

    This past Saturday, Dec. 7, The Arc of Chester County brought the community together to celebrate its Annual Holiday Fun Fest, a joyful and inclusive event designed to ensure children of all abilities, and their families could experience the magic of the season. With the biggest turnout in the event’s history, the morning was filled with…

  • Malvern’s TIME Kid of the Year Has Goal of Donating Hundreds of Bikes This Holiday Season

    Malvern’s TIME Kid of the Year Has Goal of Donating Hundreds of Bikes This Holiday Season

    Malvern teenager Dom Pecora hopes to once again donate hundreds of bikes this holiday season, write Wakisha Bailey and Mike Spatocco for CBS News Philadelphia.  Last year, Pecora donated over 100 bikes to children in the Chester County community through the bike repair shop he owns with his family, Dom Fixes Bikes, located in Malvern.…

  • Enter the AARP Pennsylvania Sweepstakes for a Chance to Win a Penn State Bowl Game Trip

    Enter the AARP Pennsylvania Sweepstakes for a Chance to Win a Penn State Bowl Game Trip

    Get into the holiday and football spirit by entering for a chance to win an unforgettable trip to the Penn State Bowl Game. From now until Dec. 1, you until December 1, 2024, you can enter the AARP Pennsylvania Sweepstakes — no purchase or payments required. The Bowl Game Giveaway is sponsored by AARP Pennsylvania…

  • The Arc of Chester County Brings Inclusive Joy at Holiday Fun Fest

    The Arc of Chester County Brings Inclusive Joy at Holiday Fun Fest

    The holiday season can be a joyful yet challenging time, especially for families of children with disabilities who often face extra financial and social pressures. On Saturday, December 7th, The Arc of Chester County will host its Annual Holiday Fun Fest —a special event that embraces inclusivity, bringing families together for a morning filled with…

  • IM ABLE Foundation Helps Bristol Police Officer After Being Hit By a Drunk Driver in Croydon

    IM ABLE Foundation Helps Bristol Police Officer After Being Hit By a Drunk Driver in Croydon

    The IM ABLE Foundation helped Michael Egan, a Bristol Township police officer, find adaptive ways to move forward after losing his leg, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “I was a police officer in Bristol Township,” said Egan. “I was on duty and I was hit by a drunk driver. After that, I wound up losing…

  • AARP Pennsylvania Shares How To Avoid Scams During Medicare Open Enrollment

    AARP Pennsylvania Shares How To Avoid Scams During Medicare Open Enrollment

    With Medicare’s open enrollment period running from Oct. 15-Dec. 7, AARP Pennsylvania is urging beneficiaries to be on high alert for scammers who want to steal money, Medicare information, or identity. “Scammers know this is an important time for Medicare beneficiaries as they review and determine what health plan and prescription drug coverage will work…

  • Bay Area Nonprofit That Provides Youth With Firsthand Culinary Experience Coming to Philadelphia

    Bay Area Nonprofit That Provides Youth With Firsthand Culinary Experience Coming to Philadelphia

    Sprouts Chef Training, a Bay Area nonprofit that provides mentorship and culinary training to under-resourced youth, is preparing for its arrival to Philadelphia, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. As part of the training, Sprouts participants are paired with professional, working chef mentors who guide them through a six-week paid internship at a restaurant.…

  • City & State PA Aging Summit, Presented by AARP, Shares Vision for a Healthier Future for Seniors by 2030

    City & State PA Aging Summit, Presented by AARP, Shares Vision for a Healthier Future for Seniors by 2030

    By 2030, the population of Pennsylvanians aged 60 and older is projected to exceed 3.8 million or one in three Pennsylvanians. Resources and services dedicated to the state’s aging population must adapt for the health and well-being of all Pennsylvanians. City & State PA held an Aging in Pennsylvania Summit on Oct. 17 at the…

  • Arc of Chester County Highlights Journey of John Koresko

    Arc of Chester County Highlights Journey of John Koresko

    October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time dedicated to recognizing the contributions of workers with disabilities and advocating for inclusive hiring practices. In honor of this important month, The Arc of Chester County is proud to highlight the inspiring journey of John Koresko, whose determination and growth have been supported by Riley…

  • The Power of Women Voters 50+: AARP Reveals How Women in Pa. Will Influence the Presidential Election

    The Power of Women Voters 50+: AARP Reveals How Women in Pa. Will Influence the Presidential Election

    Women over 50 account for almost one-third (29 percent) of likely voters overall and more than half (53 percent) of likely voters 50-plus in the state, and their priorities and concerns will likely influence the outcome of the 2024 election. In a poll AARP Pennsylvania released on Oct. 1, older women voters are split on…

  • The Lincoln Center: Guiding Your Teen Through Cognitive Changes

    The Lincoln Center: Guiding Your Teen Through Cognitive Changes

    The teenage years are often characterized by a rollercoaster of emotions, rapid mood swings, and seemingly irrational behavior, brought on by teen cognitive changes. While these experiences can be frustrating for parents and educators, it’s crucial to remember that the teenage brain is undergoing significant changes that heavily influence their emotions and decision making. As…

  • Waverly Heights in Gladwyne Donates More Than 1,000 Books to Treehouse Books Nonprofit

    Waverly Heights in Gladwyne Donates More Than 1,000 Books to Treehouse Books Nonprofit

    Residents at Waverly Heights in Gladwyne, a nationally accredited, nonprofit Life Plan Community, has collected and donated over 1,000 books to the Treehouse Books nonprofit. The drive, which is currently in its third year, was organized by the Waverly Heights Diversity Committee. “We are energized by the continued participation by residents and staff in our…

  • New AARP Pennsylvania Poll Shows Importance of Voters Ages 50-Plus in 2024 Elections

    New AARP Pennsylvania Poll Shows Importance of Voters Ages 50-Plus in 2024 Elections

    AARP Pennsylvania hosted a virtual press briefing on Oct. 1, ahead of the Walz-Vance V.P. Debate, revealing the results from its latest statewide election survey. Conducted in collaboration with bipartisan pollsters from Fabrizio Ward and Impact Research, the briefing provided analysis and insight into where Pennsylvania voters stand on the Presidential, Senate, Attorney General, and…

  • Woodlyn Entrepreneur Patrycja Hosback Organizes Cancer-Fighting Craft Fair

    Woodlyn Entrepreneur Patrycja Hosback Organizes Cancer-Fighting Craft Fair

    A Woodlyn entrepreneur with a passion to give back has created a fundraising craft fair with more than 60 vendors supporting five area nonprofits. The Craft Out Cancer Fundraising fair will take place at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks Oct 4-6, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Patrycja Hosbach created her…

  • 2 Haverford Women Run Well Rooted to Help Foster Families

    2 Haverford Women Run Well Rooted to Help Foster Families

    Foster families and youth who have aged out of the system are getting some help from a nonprofit called Well Rooted started by two Haverford women, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Lifelong friends Katie Casey and Sarah Todd created Well Rooted a year and a half ago to support families and youth…

  • TLC: Navigating Back-to-School Stress: A Guide for Teachers

    TLC: Navigating Back-to-School Stress: A Guide for Teachers

    No matter how much teachers may rest and prepare for the beginning of a new school year, it still can feel like a polar bear plunging into icy waters; jolting, exciting, numbing, and perhaps a little crazy. Amidst the chaos and noise, class norms and life rhythms develop quickly while teachers navigate student crises, parent…