Horizon House recently received over 100 winter coats for men, women, and children. The coats have already been distributed to some of our programs. The coats are due to the generosity of the Auto Dealers Association Driving Away the Cold, Melanie Greaves of the Haverford Area YMCA, and David Kaufman of BNI. Many Horizon House programs like Shelter Plus Care provide subsidized housing and supportive case management services to formerly homeless adults and families. Children’s ages in these families range from infants to teens.
Without Direct Support Professionals – What Would Their Lives Be Like?
Direct Support Professional Recognition Week – September 10-16
In recognition of the dedication and accomplishments of Horizon House’s outstanding Direct Support Professionals, we express our sincere appreciation for their vital contributions to the individuals we serve, their families and communities.
September 10-16 is a national celebration of DSP’s, who ensure that people with disabilities have the necessary supports that enable them to live, work, and enjoy life as independently as possible in their community.
Horizon House DSP’s we salute you!
Whole Foods and Housing First Treatment Teams
Early each Friday morning, for nearly ten years, Horizon House staff and participants have loaded a van of non-perishables and produce from the South Street Whole Foods Market for distribution to the nearly 90 chronically homeless persons supported by the Housing First Treatment Teams (HFTT) whose primary goal is to stabilize chronically homeless individuals in permanent housing.
Recently, Whole Foods partnered with Food Donation Connection to expand their capabilities to link surplus food to those in need through nonprofits like Horizon House. For us, this means we will be able to provide healthy food options to other Horizon House programs. The Navigation Center, which provides a safe haven overnight respite for 50-75 chronically homeless adults, is the targeted pilot program.
Thank you, South Street Whole Foods Market team members for being part of the Horizon House community.
HORIZON HOUSE HAS JOINED THE RACE TOWARD A HEALTHIER COMMUNITY
Horizon House joins other agencies and organizations to create a safer and healthier environment and community. Our goal: to make our properties tobacco-free and smoke-free by June 30, 2018. To achieve success in changing the culture to better address tobacco use, we will provide the necessary resources and support for members of the Horizon House Community who are struggling with tobacco cessation. This agency-wide initiative is championed by our President and CEO, Jeff Wilush, with a Change Team comprised of executives, staff, and participants from every service area and region. The soft launch is scheduled for the Fall Festival, a themed occasion on September 21st, where participants and staff enjoy a carnival-like event. The major launch will coincide with the “Great American Smokeout” in November. Quitting is not a sprint but a marathon and we are up for the challenge!
VAIL, COLORADO RAFFLE
Experience “an alpine village vacation in the heart of the Rocky Mountains”. Spend a week at the Wren at Vail from November 24 – December 1, 2018. The Wren at Vail is a leading mountain resort and the perfect getaway for ski enthusiast. The breathtaking views, endless adventures, sightseeing, shopping, and activities don’t get any better than this.
BONUS!!!! $1,000.00 toward your air travel. Drawing: November 1, 2017 Tickets: $25.00 By the way, only 250 raffles being sold.
Consider an Internship with Horizon House
Horizon House offers undergraduate and graduate level internships for students interested in behavioral health. Our internships provide the opportunity to help participants and to build upon skills learned by students in the classroom.
Application Deadlines: Fall semester internship applications will be accepted through May 30th of each year. Spring semester applications will be accepted through October 15th of each year.
If you are interested in applying, click the link hr.hhinc.org/careers. Under Job type, select “internship” which will direct you to the application.
CONGRATULATIONS “CHRIS,” Number 204, Our 2018 Vacation RAFFLE WINNER!!!!!
You and family or friends will experience a relaxing getaway on Fenwick Island, DE, located south of Bethany Beach and just north of Ocean City, Maryland. Enjoy your week at the relaxing 3bdrm condo that sleeps 8.
This oasis of sand and surf brings together ocean and bay life from sunbathing to windsurfing. Enjoy this hidden gem of the Delaware beaches.
CONGRATULATIONS CHRIS on winning this great vacation in 2018, and thanks to all of you who continue to support the men and women served by Horizon House.
The brutal cold had Wes Lilly of Horizon House Outreach scouring the streets
With temperatures dipping below freezing Horizon House Outreach staff take seriously, their job of moving homeless men and women out of the frigid weather. Jeff Chirico of 6abc Action News reported the following story last Friday.
CITY OFFICIALS SEEK TO KEEP HOMELESS SAFE DURING CODE BLUE
Due to the extremely cold temperatures expected, city officials want to make sure the homeless are safe. There is a 24-hour outreach to find people who are homeless, so they can be transported to safe indoor areas. All available beds within the emergency housing network will be open to those that need them. Homeless people will be allowed to stay inside emergency housing throughout the day.
If you see a person who appears to be homeless during a Code Blue, call(215) 232-1984. For more information, visit the City of Philadelphia’s website.