Chester County
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Immaculata University to Host Undergraduate Open House on September 30
On Saturday, Sept. 30, Immaculata University will hold concurrent open houses on campus for undergraduate students of all ages. Traditionally aged students, including current high school students and those interested in transferring from other universities, can learn more about Immaculata during the 8 to 11 AM session, with registration held in the Rotunda of Villa Maria Hall.…
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After Losing Her Brother to Suicide, Meridian Bank’s Lisa Carmoli Is an Advocate and Pillar of Meridian Community
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. As a suicide loss survivor, Lisa Carmoli, an Executive Assistant at Meridian Bank, works to share her family’s story of grief, love, and extreme support. In May 2019, Carmoli experienced a devastating loss after her brother, Mike, died by suicide. Since his passing, she has become a prevention advocate…
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Downingtown Resident Honored with Prestigious Saint Catherine Medal from Immaculata University
Immaculata University senior Ava Thorley, of Downingtown, was awarded the prestigious Saint Catherine of Alexandria Medal for 2023-2024. The Medal was presented to Thorley by President Barbara Lettiere ’72 during the Mass of the Holy Spirit on Aug. 31. Kappa Gamma Pi, a national honor society for graduates of Catholic colleges, sponsors the Medal that…
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Meet Kristin Rosen, an HR recruiter for CCRES
Kristin Rosen is being recognized at CCRES in September for her work as an HR Recruiter. Rosen hires staff for several CCRES positions, especially for the Chester County Intermediate Unit’s Home and Community Services and Adult Services programs. “It is so rewarding to hire staff to support the individuals in these programs and others. I…
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Inn at Freedom Village Recognized Among Best Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania
The Inn at Freedom Village has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for short-term rehabilitation in 2022-2023 by U.S. News & World Report, according to MyChesco. “We are proud to achieve this best-in-class rating from U.S. News & World Report,” said Danielle Geyer, executive director of Freedom Village Brandywine. “At The Inn at Freedom…
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Freedom Village’s Donation of 204 Chairs Provides Malawi Community Comfort and Support
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a senior living community, recently made a generous donation to the Orphan Grain Train (OGT), a Christian volunteer network. Earlier this year, the Freedom Village community replaced 204 chairs in their auditorium, and instead of discarding the old chairs, they chose to give them a new purpose by donating them to…
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Freedom Village: 6 Reasons to Move Into Senior Living While You Are Still Healthy
Priorities tend to shift as we get older, and we start asking the questions that will shape the next chapter in life, such as: Moving to a retirement community is a big decision that many older adults hesitate to make because they don’t want to give up the freedom they have living at home. However,…
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Marrea Walker-Smith Helps Bring Technology to Kids in Delco
Marrea Walker-Smith, a business teacher at Devon Preparatory School in Chester County, is making sure that kids in her hometown of Chester have more opportunities than she had growing up, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. “I grew up right here in the city of Chester in the low-income housing developments,” she said. “There were limited…
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The Arc of Chester County Celebrates Graduates from its Inclusive Preschool
Last week, The Arc of Chester County graduated a class of 13 preschool students who will soon be on their way to kindergarten and the next chapter in their educational journey. The Arc of Chester County has been providing quality early learning for more than six decades. Its inclusive preschool program allows children with and…
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Here are Some of the Best Wineries in Chester County
The Main Line is often distinguishable for its highly lauded wine region, writes Olivia Stefano for Main Line Today. For tourists and residents alike, there is an abundance of wineries to choose from, especially in Chester County. In Avondale at Va La Vineyards, one can only find a selection of four special wines on…
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Immaculata University Adds Family Nurse Practitioner to M.S.N. Offerings
Immaculata University is now offering a new track within its Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) program for Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). Professionals in this advanced nursing specialty have in-depth knowledge and skills to provide primary care for families and individuals, from prenatal and pediatric to adult and elder care. “A profession as a family nurse…
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Immaculata University Adds Three Minors to Prepare Students for In-Demand Careers
Immaculata University is offering new minors in digital forensics, emergency management, and applied politics and policy for the fall semester. These interdisciplinary minors can build upon the academic foundations of undergraduate disciplines in criminology, emergency planning and management, nursing, public administration, information systems, and business among others. “One of Immaculata’s main goals is to prepare students…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Celebrates 25th “Silver” Anniversary
Freedom Village at Brandywine, an Active Adult (55+) community, recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25-year silver anniversary with a grand masquerade-themed party, as well as other festivities earlier in the week, including a happy hour and a celebration recognizing residents who have lived in the community since its inception. The special…
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Arc of Chester County Participant chosen to represent Pennsylvania at the National Miss Amazing 2023 Experience
Christine Palladino, an active Arc of Chester County participant, has been chosen to represent the state of Pennsylvania at the National Miss Amazing 2023 Experience in Chicago, Illinois by The Miss Amazing Organization. Palladino, along with 150 other girls and women, will be competing in this national event. She has participated in this pageant for several years and was “PA Miss Amazing…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Awards Scholarships to Support
Freedom Village at Brandywine recently hosted its 17th annual awards ceremony where 22 Freedom Village employees received college-level scholarships. The ceremony took place in the Greg Welch Auditorium on the Freedom Village campus in Chester County. Entirely funded and run by the Freedom Village residents, this ceremony is a long-standing tradition for the community to…
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The Arc of Chester County Honors Advocates for Children and Adults with Disabilities
The Arc of Chester County held its Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony where it honored several community members and agency partners for their outstanding support of and service to individuals with disabilities and their families during the 2022-23 year. The 2023 President’s Award, which honors a local corporation or individual that has significantly enhanced the…
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Immaculata University Adds New Associate Degree in Social Services
Immaculata University is offering an associate degree in social services starting in fall 2023. This degree provides a foundation for students to pursue opportunities in social and human services such as education, psychology, and social work. The coursework focuses on developing students’ knowledge of social and human services and includes an interdisciplinary curriculum that addresses professional…
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Chester County Home to No. 1 Place to Live in America
Chester County is home to two of the 25 best places to live in America in 2023, which includes taking the No. 1 spot, according to a new ranking by Niche. Taking the No. 1 spot is Chesterbrook. It received an “A+” for the overall Niche grade and an A+ for education. Additionally, it received…
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