Strawberry Fields Inc.

In recognition of Veteran's Day, Strawberry Fields extends a heartfelt thank you to our veterans for your service!

Staff and consumers enjoyed an end of the summer party a few weeks ago! They soaked up the last bit of hot weather, had a cookout and did some tie-dying! Join us at Strawberry Fields as a Direct Support Professional and you'll be part of a team dedicated to creating fun and enriching experiences for people with disabilities! Learn more about our open positions and apply online at sfionline.org/employment

Come visit our cozy coffee shop and escape this gloomy weather with an Autumn treat! Whether you're Team Pumpkin or Team Apple, we've got something for you! See our menu and fall drink line up at gooddaycafe.org/menu

October is Physical Therapy Month! Shout out to our wonderful Early Intervention therapists who are changing lives by empowering children with disabilities and their families to reach their full potential. We are very grateful for all of you!

Our Staff Appreciation Event, Scoops of Gratitude, was a big hit! Staff brought their friends and families to Good Day Cafe for an afternoon of sweets and fun. With a build your own sundae bar, a prize wheel, and more, everyone got to relax for a bit and just enjoy themselves. We also recognized milestone anniversaries. Congratulations to the following people for celebrating 10 years or more this year! 10 Years: Linda R Dottie E 15 Years: Heather M Patrick B Chris O 20 Years: Suze S 25 Years Brandy R Carrie W Karen D Matt R

Thank you to the Centre County United Way for another successful Day of Caring! We are so fortunate to benefit from such a well coordinated community effort. This year, nearly 20 volunteers from RE/MAX Centre Realty, First National Bank, McQuaide Blasko, and the Women's Supper Club completed four projects across our residential program homes. Over 80 hours of service went into landscaping, weeding, staining decks, and preparing yards for fall and winter. Their hard work ensures that the people we support continue to live in safe, welcoming spaces that foster stability and belonging. A special thank you goes to R. H. Marcon, Inc., who donated a new roof and all associated labor for one of our Community Residential Rehabilitation homes! We also thank All Business Videography, LLC for capturing and sharing photos and video from the roofing project. We are deeply grateful to every volunteer and to Centre County United Way!

Thank you to all the incredible chefs who participated in the 23rd annual Chefs on Stage event! These folks donated their time, labor, and a lot of food to make this event a success and we are so grateful. Thank you: Bob Ricketts, Fasta & Ravioli Co. Bradley Hansen, Toftrees Resort Craig Hamilton, Mount Nittany Health Garrett Dashem, Centre Care Heather Luse, Delectable Delights Jason Ufema, Shy Bear Brewing Jesse Beyer, Wegmans Matthew Grimm, Gigi's Southern Table Mickala Rollo, Twisted Whisk Catering Paul Herceg, Carnegie House Sarah Bryan, Sweets of Gold Terri Spahr, Sweet Temptations by Terri Tony Sapia, Gemellis Bakers Valerian Rose, Foxdale Zach Lorber, State College Area High School Special shout out to Laura, Barbara, Brad and the rest of the team at Toftrees for helping us create a great event!

We are deeply grateful to Marlene Sample and State College Magazine for their incredible generosity in hosting and sponsoring the 23rd annual Chefs on Stage event. Their commitment makes this community gathering possible, and their support has made a lasting difference for Strawberry Fields. For the past two years, Strawberry Fields has been honored to be the beneficiary of this incredible event. Your support helps power Good Day Café, Scraps & Skeins, and our Fairweather Lodge programs—each one creating opportunities and community for people with disabilities. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our work and helping us empower people with disabilities!

Direct Support Professionals don’t just provide care—they empower people to live their best lives. From big moments to small victories, our DSPs are there through it all. Strawberry Fields is so fortunate to have a team of DSPs who embody empathy and excellence. You inspire us daily. Thank you and Happy DSP Week!

It takes courage, kindness, and compassion to be a Direct Support Professional. At Strawberry Fields, our DSPs bring all that and more to their work every day. They are mentors, friends, and advocates for the people we serve. We could not do this without you. Thank you, DSPs, for your incredible dedication! 🙌