Thanks to DeAnn from our Adult Training Facility for pulling together this video. It uses consumer interviews to look at how new regulations could impact workshops for Pennsylvania’s disabled.
WCBA Charity Event for Orlando Tragedy Victims
In light of the recent tragedy in Orlando, Florida our Adult Training Facility individuals have requested to hold a Bake Sale/Lunch with all proceeds being donated to the victims and families. This charity event will be held on Friday, June 24th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Westmoreland County Blind Association parking lot at 911 South Main Street, Greensburg, PA.
These uniquely special individuals with their staff members diligently work so hard on baking products to sell such as pepperoni rolls, cookies, breads, fudge as well as hot dogs and haluski. Their biggest excitement and fulfillment comes from knowing that they are helping underprivileged or less fortunate individuals. Please consider joining us for this event to partner with some of the most selfless and amazing individuals.
The Adult Training Facility, which was started in 2008, is where individuals (20-60 years old) with intellectual disabilities work with a dedicated team to learn a variety of skills essential to everyday living. The WCBA offers the ATF consumer educational experiences, social development, daily living and survival skills, as well as vocational and prevocational training. Our consumers learn personal hygiene; basic household skills like cooking and laundry; social and community awareness through frequent field trips and participating in charitable work.
Employee of the Year Award Nominee
Congratulations to our colleague, Clyde Bittner on being nominated for the 2016 Peter J. Salmon Employee of the Year Award. Each year, National Industries for the Blind (NIB) honors an individual who is blind and employed in NIB’s network of associated nonprofit agencies. Clyde was nominated based upon his qualifications and accomplishments measured by criteria established by NIB’s Board of Directors. We here at WCBA, are PROUD to call Clyde our co-worker but more importantly our friend!
14th Annual Golf Outing
Just us for the 14th Annual WCBA Golf Outing. We have a great day planned for attendees!
- Date: Friday, June 10
- Location: Greensburg Country Club
- Questions: 724-837-1250 ext 12
Download the registration form for more info or to sign up.
Visions of Springtime
Thanks to everyone who attended this year’s fundraiser! There was some nice coverage of the event at “TribLive – Out and About“.
Put away those coats, hats & gloves! Dust off those dancing shoes! And join us for an entertaining evening at the Westmoreland County Blind Association’s Visions of Springtime!
- Date: Friday, April 15
- Time: 6:00 p.m.
- Location: Greensburg Country Club
- Price: $50 per person / $450 for a table of 10 and full page ad
- RSVP: 724-837-1250 ext 12
Download flyer below for more info.
Proposed Work Innovations Opportunity Act (WIOA) Regulations
We have a few concerns about the proposed Work Innovations Opportunity Act (WIOA) regulations. The expanded qualifications issued to the definition of ‘competitive integrated employment’ may negatively impact the WCBA’s efforts and the individuals we work with who have intellectual disabilities.
Please consider voicing your concerns! You can download the sample letter then find the contact info for your local representative using this link, Find Your Representative.
Services for Sight-Impaired and Intellectually-Challenged Individuals
The Westmoreland County Blind Association provides services and programs for individuals with visual, intellectual and physical disabilities and delivers business services such as embroidery and document destruction. This video offers an overview of our programs and services for sight impaired and intellectually challenged individuals.
Take Our Virtual Tour
The Westmoreland County Blind Association provides services and programs for individuals with visual, intellectual and physical disabilities and delivers business services such as embroidery and document destruction.
Here is a new video we created that offers an overview of our services and a virtual tour of our facilities.
Businesses & Retail Services
The Westmoreland County Blind Association provides services and programs for individuals with visual, intellectual and physical disabilities and delivers business services such as embroidery and document destruction.
Here is a new video we created that offers an overview of the services we provide to businesses including Embroidery, Document Destruction, Paper Shredding, Hard Drive Destruction, Record Management & Storage, X-Ray Recycling, Manufacturing and Retail Military Merchandise.