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Kids With IDD Remain in Schools With KenCrest’s Swift Support

KenCrest’s SWIFT Support program helps hundreds of children with intellectual or developmental disabilities remain in school.

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How Can KenCrest’s Employment Program Help People With IDD

For 35 years, KenCrest’s Employment program has helped individuals find meaningful careers within Pennsylvania.

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How KenCrest Helped Shape Community-Based Living

In the mid-1970s, Ken-Crest stood at the edge of profound transformation, as the shifting landscape of disability services was underway. 

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Get Ready for the 10th Annual Community Champions

On September 10th, let’s come together as the KenCrest family to celebrate the 10th annual Community Champions Awards.

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Growing Up In KenCrest’s Lifesharing

As a scared child, Hakeem Horton joined KenCrest’s Lifesharing program at six but quickly found his forever family.

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How Sister Grace Jones Helped Launch a Movement for Inclusion

In 1947, Sister Grace Jones joined KenCrest, marking the beginning of a new mission and paving the way for people with disabilities.

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This Month Celebrate Disability Pride And The ADA Anniversary

This July, celebrate Disability Pride Month and the Americans with Disabilities Act by advocating for an inclusive world.

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Why You Should Enroll in KenCrest’s Early Learning Centers This Fall

Enroll your child in a high-quality Philadelphia Early Learning Center this fall to prepare them for a future of success.

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Breaking Barriers with Technology

A Serbian woman broke through communication barriers with help from KenCrest’s Enabling Technology team and reclaimed her voice.

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KenCrest’s 120-Year Legacy Honored at Taste the Possibilities Event

KenCrest’s 120th anniversary brought together supporters and changemakers to celebrate a legacy of compassion and a future full of possibilities.

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The Olmstead Decision Celebrates its 26th Anniversary

The Olmstead Decision turns 25 this year, emphasizing the need for people with disabilities to receive care in a community-based setting.

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