July 26, 2010 E News
The Open Door Announcements
Reality Tour
The Indiana County Reality Tour is held the 2 nd Wednesday of EVERY month starting at 6:00 PM at the new Indiana County Jail. The next tour will be held Wednesday, August 11, 2010.
Register by visiting our website: www.theopendoor.org
; stop by The Open Door (walk-in hours daily from 8AM to
9PM) or call the Reality Tour Registrar at : 724-465-2605 ext. 18.
The Open Door Family Education Support Group
The Open Door Family Education Support Group is a FREE on-going support group scheduled
EVERY THURSDAY FROM 6PM TO 7:30 PM at The Open Door (334 Philadelphia Street, Indiana,
PA). Participants should be 18 or older. Pre-registration is suggested by calling 724-465-2605.
Pennsylvania CareerLink – Free Workshops
Pennsylvania CareerLink is offering FREE workshops, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED . For more information or to register, please call 724-471-7220.
- Veterans’ Orientation, Wednesday, July 28, 2010 – 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
- Microsoft PowerPoint 2007, Thursday, July 29, 2010 – 9:00 AM to Noon
American Red Cross Blood Drives
Day Date May Site Time
Mon
Wed
July 26
July 28
Chapter House, 610 Kolter Dr., Indiana, PA
Saltsburg-River Hall
Sponsor: Ladies aux. Fire Company
1pm-7pm
1pm-7pm
Thurs July 29 Commodore Fire Hall, Senior project Noon-6pm
Indiana Regional Medical Center Classes
The Indiana Regional Medical Center and Family Programs will be sponsoring the following classes.
Register by calling the Scheduling Center at 724-357-7075.
*July through September, 2010 (no classes in June) –Parent-Infant Massage The 1 st and 3 rd
Friday of every month. This is a class for Moms, Dads, Babies and Toddlers. Parents will learn the art of Infant Message and will be guided through instruction on how to message their own babies. The fee is buy 5 classes for $20 and get one free. The workshop will be held in the
IRMC Outpatient Building Classrooms A&B from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
4-H Day Camps
The Indiana County 4-H program is sponsoring three day camps this summer. This year’s camp theme is
“Meet The Plants”.
The camp program will focus on plant science and the importance of plants in our lives. Campers will do such things as conduct plant science experiments, taste various plant products,

make crafts, eat snacks, meet new friends, and most importantly have fun! Campers should be ages 7 to
12.
The camps will be held at three separate locations in Indiana County:
Blairsville – July 27 - 29 at the United Presbyterian Church
Penn Run/Clymer area – August 10 - 12, New Horizons Retreat Center.
The cost is $30 per camper, and youth 13 and older are encouraged to apply for counselor positions.
Some scholarship money is available. Campers also receive a free t-shirt. If you have questions or would like to receive a brochure, contact Penn State Cooperative Extension at (724) 465-3880.
IUP New Choices Career Development Services Presentation
IUP New Choices Career Development Services will be at the Indiana Free Library hosting a FREE presentation introducing the community to the mission of the New Choices program and how it can assist individuals in achieving economic self-sufficiency through a FREE workshop exploring career and training opportunities and the tools necessary to help individuals make career, educational, and personal changes successfully.
Please join us Wednesday, July 28 at 7:00pm for this FREE and informative session or call 724-357-
4738 for more information on how to register for an upcoming workshop.
This presentation is open to the public.
Bake Sale
The Zero to Three Action Team is holding a bake sale at the Indiana Mall on Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The bake sale is being held as a kick-off for World Breastfeeding Week – August 1-7 each year – and will help the 0-3 team to raise money for projects and also raise awareness for breastfeeding. The Zero to Three Action Team is a work group of Indiana County Community Engagement for Early Childhood Education, the local Community Engagement Group (CEG) . The activities of the CEG are overseen by the Children's Advisory Commission of Indiana County.
The Team also has the mall showcase for the two weeks prior to World Breastfeeding Week. We will have a display about the theme for this year which is “Simple Steps to Breastfeeding Success”.
The Baby Feeding Station** will be up for the two weeks as well , and we have some new materials for mom, dads, grandparents and health-care professionals on choosing and supporting breastfeeding.
Please stop by, take a look at the display and the Baby Feeding Station between July 16 and 31. ** The
Baby Feeding Station is a 10x10 tent which offers a relaxing, semi- private spot where moms can nurse/feed their babies. The tent is made possible by a collaboration between Indiana County Community
Engagement, The Children's Advisory Commission of Indiana county, and Indiana Regional Medical Center.
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Human Services Council Picnic!
The Community Education and Fellowship committee of the Indiana County Human Services Council will be sponsoring a picnic to be held on August 12 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the Eagle’s Nest picnic pavilion at the White Township Recreational Complex. It is a free event including lunch and door prizes.
Agencies are urged to send new staff for purposes of networking. There will be an interactive/networking game with prizes. The Committee is in need of Door Prizes….if your agency can contribute prizes, please drop them off to Patty Drew at Beacon Ridge. No reservations necessary and we are planning for 50 to 60 attendees.
Indiana Regional Medical Center- Highmark Classes
The Institute for Healthy Living at Indiana Regional medical Center has partnered with Highmark to offer the following wellness programs. Register by calling the Institute for Healthy Living at 724-357-8088.
Confidence Factor – Spirit of Women seminar series Join us for an informational and entertaining seminar. Dr. William Lear, OB-GYN will discuss menopause, hormone replacement therapy, bladder control issues, and cancer concerns. Beauty consultants will provide tips on how to polish your style and cultivate confidence. Will take place at the Rustic Lodge on August 2, 2010 at 6 pm. Cost is $20/Free to Spirit of Women members.

HOPE (Highmark Osteoporosis Prevention Education) -This 4-week program focuses on healthy choices to prevent or manage osteoporosis. Program components include an overview of osteoporosis, nutrition education, cooking demonstration, strength training exercises, medication options and stress management. Class begins on August 16, 2010 at 6 pm. Cost is $100/Free to Highmark Insurance Subscribers.
Eat Well for Life – 4/week lifestyle improvement program promoting wellness and long-term weight management through balanced nutrition. Class begins August 5, 2010 at 6 pm. Cost is
$65/Free to Highmark Insurance Subscribers.
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The Early Childhood Community Engagement GrantUPDATE
The Indiana County Department of Human Services has received funding through the Office of Child
Development and Early Learning (Pennsylvania Departments of Education and Public Welfare) to continue the Community Engagement for Early Childhood Education grant activities during State Fiscal Year
2010-2011. The county has been charged to improve working relations and coordination among those interested in early childhood education. As it has for the last few years, the Early Care and Education
Committee of the Children’s Advisory Commission of Indiana County will oversee the deliverables of the grant. These deliverables include:
 Educating policy makers, media, community citizenry, business leaders, civic leaders, and school leadership about local early education efforts as well as statewide initiatives such as Keystone STARS, Pennsylvania PreK Counts and Pennsylvania’s Promise for Children
 Conducting a public education event – the Annual Family Fun Fest , which will take place on
March 19, 2011
 Collaborating with personnel from early education programs and elementary schools to plan activities that increase successful transition for young children moving from one setting to another
Comments/questions to kabakercac@yahoo.com or icdhsinfo@comcast.net or call 724 463-8207 , ext 18 or ext. 17.
Visit Children’s Advisory Commission’s website, www.IndianaCountyCAC.com
, for information! You may subscribe to the free CEG E-newsletter or become a fan on Facebook by going to the
CAC website and clicking on the links.
Kennywood Tickets
Big Hearts Little Hands, the mentoring program at the YMCA is selling Kennywood tickets. The tickets are $20 and for weekdays only. This benefits the children of Indiana County involved in the summer programs at Big Hearts Little Hands. Please call 724-463-3377 for more information. Also, the program has moved into its parent location at the YMCA.
Housing Authority of Indiana County
Applications are now being accepted for the new Orchard Hill II apartment community opening October
2010 in Indiana. Rent is based on income (all utilities included). Income limits apply. Please refer clients to Joanne at HAIC: 724-463-4730 Ext 120.
Mortgage Help Available
Help is available for those behind with their mortgage payments/mobile home payments. Clients must be less than 90 days delinquent and be able to resume full payments. Clients must be below 200% of poverty. Call Randy at ICCAP 724-465-2657 for more information.
Help with Transportation Expenses Available
Help is available for car repairs, insurance and AAA memberships. Single adults now qualify too! Clients must be working at least fifteen hours a week and be below 200% of poverty. Call Shannon at ICCAP
724-465-2657 for more information.

PA WORKWEAR
“Attire to Aspire” has been very pleased with the community donations received. The donations have really made a difference in many men and women who need interview attire or work clothing. We are currently in need of plus size women’s clothing for our clients . Donations can be brought in anytime between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday to 300 Indian Springs Road, Suite 203. Any questions, please call Gina at 463-8200, extension 15.
Indiana County Department of Human Services
& Volunteer Center
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
Main office numbers: 724-463-8200 or 724-463-8207
Information & Referral (I&R): 724-349-0500
Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP):
724-463-3235 or toll-free at 888-526-6060
INDIVIDUAL EXTENSIONS AND VOICE MAIL
10—Laurie Bowser, Secretary
11—Bonni Dunlap, Director
16— Pat Bonarrigo, MATP Scheduler
17— Maureen Pounds, I&R
12—Denise Remy, Asst. Director 18— Kathy Abbey-Baker, CAC
13—Health & Human Services 19— Linda Myers, MATP
14—Megan Jablonski, ICSP 20— Marlo Carney, MATP
15—Gina Lehman, Attire to 25— Cheryll O’Brien, MATP Scheduler
Aspire Coordinator
SHORTCUT EXTENSIONS
0 — Secretary
3 — Human Services Info
4 — Volunteer Opportunities
5 — MATP
6 — Attire to Aspire PA WORKWEAR
7 — Health & Human Services Disaster
Preparedness & Emergency Planning
8 — Children’s Advisory Commission
Note: You may choose the extension wanted as soon as your call is answered
* If your agency would like to place an announcement, event, or information, you may send it to the Indiana County Department of Human Services & Volunteer Center by fax (724) 465-
3159 or e-mail to icdhssec@comcast.net
.
Laurie Bowser is the staff member at ICDHS & Volunteer Center who compiles the news.

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