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JFCS signage (Photo provided by JFCS)
December 3, 2024, 11:14 am
Jewish agencies worried about Allegheny County Council’s proposed budget cuts
“If the county executive’s proposal doesn’t go through, we’ll see many of the agencies with whom we collaborate have to make some tough decisions,” Golin said.
By David Rullo
A caregiver stands by a window. (Still courtesy of 'Unseen: How We’re Failing Parent Caregivers & Why It Matters')
September 9, 2024, 1:28 pm
Film and Sept. 17 discussion to broaden awareness of caregiving
'People don't often know what it means to be a full-time caregiver, which leads to a lot of others in the community just really not understanding the issues'
By Adam Reinherz
David Falk and Josh Falk (Photo by Abigail Hakas)
July 1, 2024, 4:46 pm
A childhood home reimagined: The Branch opens new culturally Jewish living community
Josh Falk's journey comes full circle
By Abigail Hakas
Julie Arnheim poses with her portrait at The Branch’s “Breaking Down the Walls” event on May 16. (Photo by Abigail Hakas)
May 20, 2024, 1:28 pm
The Branch’s photo exhibit aims to destigmatize mental health struggles
The exhibit was featured in the “Breaking Down the Walls” event on Thursday, May 16, at the Energy Innovation Center in the Hill District.
By Abigail Hakas
Sam Skobel, right, joins a dancer during a recital. Photo courtesy of Sam Skobel
January 25, 2024, 11:07 am
Lawrenceville dance instructor will be honored for commitment to inclusion
Sam Skobel will receive the Shore-Whitehill Award from The Branch on Feb. 17
By Adam Reinherz
From left: Sharon Notovitz, Keely Chuba and Sharon Shapiro gather outside Morris Hall, a building supported by The Branch. Photo courtesy of Keely Chuba
September 21, 2023, 11:33 am
After 25 years at The Branch, Keely Chuba still ‘honored’ to serve community
'Keely is not only our longest-tenured employee, but she is also the most trusted by the people we serve'
By Adam Reinherz
December 6, 2022, 10:43 am
The Branch, Friendship Circle partner to create Family Forum
Program seeks to prevent adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities from ‘graduating to the couch’
By David Rullo
Jan, Kenny Steinberg and Nancy Gale. Photo courtesy of Rebel Fox
November 12, 2022, 6:37 pm
JRS rebrands, extends work while maintaining Jewish roots
New name and logo signal simultaneous desire to hold the past and allow for broader future
By Adam Reinherz
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