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Judith Creed Homes for Adult Independence (JCHAI) is a non-profit, non-sectarian, 501(c)(3) organization.

Judith Creed Horizons for Achieving Independence (JCHAI) promotes independence for adults with developmental differences or disabilities through community building programs and supportive services. Our mission is to educate individuals with disabilities so they live and work in the community as independently as possible.

05/27/2026

JCHAI is proud to have launched a new program providing career success training classes for transition-aged secondary students through the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)’s Professional Connections Foundation (PCF) program!

We recently welcomed our very first cohort of students from Sun Valley High School, who participated in 30 hours of training taught by ACRE-certified JCHAI educators.

The first half of the curriculum centered around classroom learning, while the second half was spent out and about in the community, where students had the opportunity build experiential, real-world skills through workplace tours, a mock job fair, gaining experience in JCHAI's Training Cafe, and more!

Post-program feedback showed that participants:

• Explored different career paths and built workplace readiness skills

• Improved their professional communication and social skills

• Gained confidence through resume development and mock interviews

• Learned how to advocate for themselves in the workplace

05/04/2026

Members in our D-Hub had a great time at a recent duckpin bowling outing at Main Strike!

At JCHAI, bowling isn’t just a game - it’s an opportunity to build confidence, stay active, practice teamwork, and celebrate each other’s successes.

Together, attendees enjoyed a fun evening with pizza, refreshments, and great company!

04/28/2026

💚 April is Volunteer Appreciation Month!

Throughout the month, JCHAI members and staff have been taking opportunities to celebrate our incredible volunteers who are so giving of their time and care to make JCHAI programming the best it can be.

💚 Please join us in recognizing Sharon Rhodes, leader of our Cooking for a Cause partner program with KI!

For more than a year and a half, Sharon has been leading a monthly volunteer initiative where members of AADD, JCHAI, and KI come together to share friendship, teamwork, and the joy of cooking. Each month, participants collaborate to prepare delicious recipes, which are then donated to local nonprofit organizations supporting neighbors in need.

Afterward, volunteers are invited to stay and share dinner and community together, leading to new friendships and a stronger, more inclusive community for all.

Recent meals have benefited Jenkintown Food Cupboard, Cook For A Friend, Hamotzi Community Dinners, JDAIM Shabbat Dinners, and more.

💚 Thank you, Sharon, for your incredible partnership benefiting our entire community!

04/24/2026

💜 April is Volunteer Appreciation Month!

Throughout the month, JCHAI members and staff have been taking opportunities to celebrate our incredible volunteers who are so giving of their time and care to make JCHAI programming the best it can be.

💜 Please join us in recognizing Sally Lou Loveman, group program volunteer and guest instructor of JCHAI class series, Stories with Sally Lou!

For the past two years, Sally Lou has been hosting an incredible series of classes at JCHAI, inspiring and empowering our members to share their stories, improve their public speaking and self-presentation skills, discover the power of manifestation, and put forward their best, most authentic selves every day.

She has also joined us for countless other group programs like cooking classes, bowling trips, art workshops, and more, and is well-known and loved by members and staff alike for her warmth, friendship, and inclusion of all.

💜 Thank you, Sally Lou, for bringing your passion for authenticity, kindness, and connection to our JCHAI family!

04/21/2026

🧡 April is Volunteer Appreciation Month!

Throughout the month, JCHAI members and staff have been taking opportunities to celebrate our incredible volunteers who are so giving of their time and care to make JCHAI programming the best it can be.

🧡 Please join us in recognizing volunteer Keri White, guest instructor of JCHAI's Cooking With Keri class!

In the fall of 2020, Keri White, mom of JCHAI member Cormick, was looking for a way to give back and support JCHAI through the challenges of the COVID pandemic. A food writer and avid cook, she was brainstorming ideas that fit her skill set while filling a need for members and staff. At the same time, Cormick’s aunt, Darby Logan, made a request for her September birthday that year: “I don’t want any gifts, please just do a good deed or an act of service in honor of my birthday.” These two forces aligned to create a cooking class, which became a monthly event on the JCHAI calendar and is now in its 5th year.

Early on, the participants had to keep a safe distance, wear masks, and each dish had to be individually mixed and portioned to ensure the health and safety of all. Members had to take their creations back to their apartments for solo consumption. Now, the class is a convivial, communal activity involving shared effort and offering participants the option to “break bread” together.

🧡Thank you, Keri, for the many years of enriching classes and delicious recipes you have brought to JCHAI!

04/08/2026

Earlier this week, JCHAI members in our Main Line hub welcomed the season at our Mindful Spring & Renewal Afternoon Tea! Attendees enjoyed a peaceful gathering filled with soothing tea, light seasonal treats, gentle reflection, and uplifting conversation as we celebrated fresh beginnings, the beauty of spring, and Easter. 🌱🌷🐣

04/06/2026

Last week, JCHAI members in our BuxMont hub celebrated Passover with a Fried Matzah Party! 🫓🫓

Together, attendees cooked and enjoyed a delicious matzah brei bar, choosing sweet or savory toppings to build their own plates.

We also shared a brief reflection on the meaning of freedom and overall, enjoyed an evening of good food and good company together.

04/02/2026

This year, JCHAI's D-Hub members created a display for the 7th annual PEEPS® in the Village contest presented by Peddler’s Village. 🐇🩷

JCHAI's entry is called 'Every Peep Belongs' and showcases the joy of friendship, belonging, and inclusive community. Our members came up with the idea together and worked collaboratively to design and build the display!

You can check out the full display in person through April 12 — more details here: https://peddlersvillage.com/event/peeps-in-the-village/

03/31/2026

Last week, JCHAI members from across our hub locations came together for our 1st Annual David Actman Phillies Opening Day Watch Party!

We had a great evening cheering on the Phillies and remembering our dearly-departed friend and long-time JCHAI member, David Actman. 💛⚾

Attendees enjoyed a fun, ballpark-inspired menu with freshly popped popcorn, caramel corn, hot dogs, and more! And, of course, everyone participated in a proper 7th inning stretch!

03/20/2026

JCHAI wishes you a happy first day of spring! 🌱🌷🐝

Recently, our members had a great time celebrating the beginning of spring with a fun, creative Spring Decor class. Participants decorated spring-themed wreaths to take home and refresh their space with something bright and colorful to commemorate the season! 🌸💛

Address

274 South Bryn Mawr Avenue
Bryn Mawr, PA
19010

Telephone

+16109222480

Website

http://www.jchai.org/

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