Keystone Human Services - Comprehensive community based mental retardation, mental health, autism and early intervention services

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Who We Are

Keystone Human Services works to create an environment where all people, regardless of ability, can grow, make choices and be valued and contributing members of the community.

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What We Do

Keystone Human Services provides community-based services for children, young people, adults and families in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware and Connecticut, as well as parts of Russia and Moldova. We provide services in the areas of intellectual disabilities, autism, mental health, early intervention, and children and family services.

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The First World Report on Disability

The World Health Organization and the World Bank have partnered to produce the first ever World Report on Disability. The data shows that over one billion people are currently experiencing disability, and the report provides important evidence about effective methods of supporting people with disabilities and their families. At a time when many countries are taking steps to implement the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, this report will make a significant contribution to human services across the globe.

Read the World Report on Disability.

Celebrate Love and Chocolate at Keystone Human Services' Award-Winning Chocolatefest Weekend

Chocolatefest Weekend will be held on January 28-29 at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, PA. ChocolateBall, an elegant black-tie event featuring a reception, silent and live auctions, and live entertainment, begins on Saturday, January 28 at 6 p.m. Chocolatefest kicks off a celebration of love and chocolate on Sunday, January 29 at 11 a.m. Guests can sample chocolate and non-chocolate treats from area vendors, and there will be a cake competition, silent auction and live music. All proceeds benefit the work of Keystone Human Services' family of agencies.

Learn more about Chocolatefest

Governor and Mrs. Richard Thornburgh receive Edna Silberman Humanitarian Award

Governor and Mrs. Richard Thornburgh received the Edna Silberman Humanitarian Award for their dedicated service and advocacy in creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Edna Silberman Humanitarian Award is Keystone Human Services' highest honor and was presented to the Thornburghs at Keystone's 39th Annual Meeting on November 3.

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Dennis Felty Receives the 2011 Gunnar Dybwad Humanitarian Service Award

Dennis Felty, the founding president of Keystone Human Services, received the 2011 Gunnar Dybwad Humanitarian Service Award. Awarded only when a suitable candidate has been identified, the award honors individuals who have significantly promoted human welfare and social reform. Dennis received this award at the Annual Conference of the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

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Puppy Cams

Susquehanna Service Dogs is bringing you two puppy cams again! You can watch Dee's newest puppies and the Jim Henson puppies as they grow and explore their world.

SSD Nook, Kindle and Odyssey were born on December 13, and the Jim Henson puppies were born on December 27. These puppies will be live on the puppy cam until they're eight weeks old, and then they'll be joining their puppy raiser families. Make a donation to get these puppies off to a good start!

Watch Dee's puppies on the puppy cam.

Watch the Jim Henson puppies on the puppy cam.

Become a Foster Family

Open your home and your heart. Become a foster family. Click here for more information about how you can be the difference in a child's life.

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Cartridges 4 Canines

Reduce your office clutter and turn your trash into treasure by participating in Cartridges 4 Canines, a fundraising initiative to benefit Susquehanna Service Dogs. The Keystone Partnership is partnering with Higher Information Group to launch this used ink and toner cartridge drive, which channels environmental awareness to generate financial support for the significant services provided by Susquehanna Service Dogs. Individuals and companies in Central Pennsylvania can arrange for regular collection of their used inkjet and toner cartridges by Higher Information Group or other Keystone volunteers, and all proceeds from the recycled cartridges will go toward the breeding, training and placement of service, hearing and therapy dogs for children and adults with disabilities.

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A Word from the President

Dennis W. Felty
President, KHS

Thanking Dr. Janet Kelley for her Years of Service

After 15 years of service, Dr. Janet Kelley has retired from Keystone Human Services. She had served as the Vice President for Clinical and Quality Services for KHS and as the Senior Vice President of Operations for Keystone Service Systems, Inc. …

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Updates on Funding Cuts

The Department of Public Welfare is cutting funding for services to people with intellectual disabilities by $150,000,000, as well as making cuts to other services that may result in a complete loss of those services. Keystone is working hard with our professional and advocacy groups to let Governor Corbett and our elected officials know how devastating these cuts will be.

We will provide periodic updates on the funding crisis. You can view these updates here, or you can register to receive updates and information about how you can help directly to your inbox.

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