Join us for a powerful and uplifting day at the J. Lewis Crozer Library! We are proud to partner with Chester’s own Denise Burch, local author of Beating the Odds: My Journey Through Life with Parents Who Have IDD, for a special Beating the Odds Community Day — a celebration of resilience, community, and connection.
📚 Meet the Author
- Meet Ms. Denise Burch, local author of Beating the Odds: My Journey Through Life with Parents Who Have IDD
- Purchase a signed copy of her inspiring new book
- Enjoy book giveaways throughout the day!
🎮 Games & Activities
- Dive into the fun with Game Lab: Teen Video Game Club in the Community Room
- Check out the Mobile Game Truck parked outside
- Get creative with arts, crafts, and face painting
- Dance and vibe with music by DJ Robbie Mac
🥨 Food & Refreshments
- Grab a soft pretzel
- Cool off with water ice
- Stay hydrated with water provided by the Wawa Foundation
🎟️ Raffles & Giveaways
- Enter to win exciting prizes generously donated by:
🌟 Local organizations and vendors will be onsite sharing resources, opportunities, and services for families and individuals of all ages, including:
- IBHS (Intensive Behavioral Health Services) & ABA Sign-Ups — Behavioral and mental health services
- Behavior Specialist (Adult Autism Agency) — Behavioral support for adults with autism
- Abby Care — Support services for family caregivers
- Vision for Equality — Advocacy and empowerment for individuals with disabilities and their families
- A Place to Grow PPEC — Pediatric healthcare for children with complex medical needs
- Megan Scott, Esquire (Scott Disability Law) — Legal support for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims, with over a decade of experience representing claimants
- Keara Williams — Tax Professional, Credit Specialist, Funding Broker
- SPIN Inc. — People-first services and supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- UPMC Community Care Behavioral Health Organization — Comprehensive healthcare, behavioral health, and community wellness service
- CityTeam Chester — Food, shelter, clothing, and holistic support for families and individuals in crisis
- Salvation Army of Chester — Holistic, faith-based support addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
- Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) — Community-based alternatives to residential placements, youth and family empowerment programs
- SNUGS at Penn — Free one-on-one swim lessons for children with special needs
- Chester Community Coalition — Trauma-informed support for families affected by gun violence and community resilience buildin
- Safe Corridors — School and community safety and student support solutions
- Making a Change Group — Violence prevention, youth mentoring, family support, and positive community change
- The Foundation for Delaware County — Community investment in youth, health, education, and family services
- Gifted Child — Specialized educational programs for children with exceptional abilities
🛍️ Vendors & Local Entrepreneurs
- Grow & Flow
- Babies and Beyond Boutique
- It’s Lit Candles LLC
This event is free and open to all.
Together, let’s celebrate all the ways our community continues to grow and thrive — and discover the amazing people and programs making a difference in Chester and beyond!