News & Updates from Barber National Institute

Art Exhibit Engages Artists who Identify as Having a Mental Health Challenge

Art Exhibit Engages Artists who Identify as Having a Mental Health Challenge

Posted on October 30th, 2024 at 4:46 PM

Erie, PA (Oct. 30, 2024) - Barber National Institute Forensic Outpatient Therapist Catherine (Caity) Bilanich was invited to create an original artwork for public exhibition at the Erie Art Museum.

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Elizabeth Lee Black School Thanks Senator Dan Laughlin

Elizabeth Lee Black School Thanks Senator Dan Laughlin

Posted on October 25th, 2024 at 4:59 PM

Erie, PA (Oct. 25, 2024) - Students from Barber National Institute’s Elizabeth Lee Black School gathered in song to thank Pennsylvania Senator Dan Laughlin who was instrumental in securing an additional $750,000 in funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education for Barber National Institute’s Elizabeth Lee Black School as part of the 2024-2025 Pennsylvania state budget.

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Barber National Institute Celebrates Founder's Day

Barber National Institute Celebrates Founder's Day

Posted on September 20th, 2024 at 1:29 PM

Erie, PA (Sept. 20, 2024) - Employees across Barber National Institute celebrated the legacy and birthday of its founder Dr. Gertrude Barber with a parking lot party for adults, children and employees. 

 

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Barber National Institute Celebrates Direct Support Professionals During “DSP Recognition Week”

Barber National Institute Celebrates Direct Support Professionals During “DSP Recognition Week”

Posted on September 6th, 2024 at 5:22 PM

Erie, PA (Sept. 6, 2024) – Barber National Institute celebrates the nationally recognized Direct Support Professionals Week, September 8 -14. Direct Support Professionals – or DSPs – are caregivers specifically trained to care for individuals with developmental disabilities and autism. At Barber National Institute, a nonprofit organization, 970 DSPs provide excellent care for individuals with developmental disabilities throughout Pennsylvania.

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