Date: April 15th 2008

   April 2008                                         Presidential Briefing                           Volume 5, Issue 1
                                                          
Penn Foundation Provides Autism Assessments

Today, 1 in 150 individuals are diagnosed with Autism. Recognizing the symptoms and accessing early intervention services are key 
factors in maximizing the progress children can make with behavioral therapies. In partnership with the Bucks County Department of
Behavioral Health and Magellan Health, Penn Foundation is one of only three sites participating in a pilot program to provide
Comprehensive Autism Assessments.
 
These assessments, which examine developmental levels, relationship challenges, and sensory challenges, are conducted over multiple
sessions. They are very important, not just for diagnosis, but also for making initial recommendations for treatment options and available 
services. Because early intervention is critical, this assessment tool is invaluable in helping families develop an appropriate plan of action. 

For more information, contact Debra Springer at dspringer@pennfoundation.org or (215) 257-5178 x 256.

    

 
Campers in Penn Foundation's Camp Courage spend six weeks each
summer learning new skills and experiencing belonging, mastery, and
independence.

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Penn Foundation Experiences Rapid Growth

During the most recent fiscal year, July 2006-June 2007, Penn Foundation served 9,400 children, adolescents, adults, and seniors,
a 6.4% increase from the previous year.

The 6.4% growth is mainly the result of two factors. With the population of this region expanding, it is only natural that the demand for
behavioral health services is also increasing. Additionally, mental health and chemical dependency are receiving more media attention
today than ever before, slowly helping to break down the stigma attached to these issues and motivating those who struggle with them
to seek help.

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Penn Foundation Autumn Event 2008 Takes Shape

 
Join us on October 21, 2008 at Calvary Church Auditorium for our Autumn Event fundraiser featuring Joan Lunden, one of America's top
television journalists. She will engage us to find inspiration in our lives.

The 2008 Adventures in Excellence Award will be presented to Bob and Joyce Byers, founders of Byers' Choice, Ltd. The Award recognizes
the Byers' outstanding leadership in business, their generous philanthropy, and their dedication to serving the community.

Sponsorships and volunteer opportunities are available. To find out more, contact Jen King at jking@pennfoundation.org or (215) 257-6551 x 383

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Other Advancement News...

Penn Foundation's Speaker's Bureau is a community resource of Penn Foundation staff who will share their knowledge and expertise in
the fields of behavioral healthcare, the recovery model, and more. For more information, call Jen Smith at (215) 257-6551 x 278.

We love to hear from you! Share comments and questions at pennfoundationinc@pennfoundation.org

 Penn Foundation, Inc.* 807 Lawn Avenue * P.O. Box 32 * Sellersville, PA 18960 * (215) 257-6551* www.pennfoundation.org

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