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Sister Maria Roeck’s Dream: A Place in the Sun for Children

Under Sister Maria Roeck’s leadership, RiverCrest was a haven for children from families affected by tuberculosis in the early 20th-century.

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This Program Manager Empowers Individuals with IDDs

For nine years, Program Manager Antoine Robinson has cared for those with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

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How KenCrest Helps Medically Fragile Children

KenCrest’s Medically Fragile Children’s Transitional Homes care for kids with complex medical needs and their parents.

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Meet This Year’s Community Champions Award Winners

Held at RiverCrest on September 21, KenCrest presented seven award winners during its 8th annual Community Champions event.

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A Helping Hand in Supported Independent Living

Supported Independent Living client Pete Peterson receives additional support to help him remain independent while living alone.

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Good Help is Hard to Find: A Look Into The DSP Crisis

Around the United States, thousands of Community Living homes are short staffed due to the ongoing Direct Support Professional (DSP) crisis.

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This NBI Helps Children Aged Birth to Five Remain in Schools

KenCrest’s New Business Ideas, Child Care SWIFT Support, helps children with developmental delays remain in early learning centers in PA.

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From Parent to Parent: Raising a Child with an Intellectual Disability

Former Philadelphia Inquirer writer Ellen Gray reflects on her journey raising her son Patrick, who has an intellectual disability.

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Did You Know These Programs Started As New Business Ideas?

These KenCrest programs became a reality through the New Business Ideas initiative. Be an agent of change by pitching your ideas today!

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The Controversy Around Applied Behavior Analysis

Applied Behavior Analysis has undergone scrutiny for its strict instruction, and these KenCrest experts discuss its influence.

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One Clinical Coordinator’s Journey to KenCrest

With a history in social work and psychology, Clinical Coordinator Kelly Sanders consistently helps people with IDD live fulfilling lives.

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