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A group of adults, some holding basketballs and pom-poms, pose and smile together on a stage in front of a high school-themed backdrop. They are dressed in casual and athletic wear.

We’re All in This Together for a Celebration with the Arts!

February 13, 2026

A diverse group of people, some in wheelchairs, pose together in a decorated room wearing party hats. Streamers and paper decorations hang from the ceiling, creating a festive atmosphere.

2025 Year in Review: Transformation, Growth, and Connections

January 7, 2026

Seven smiling people stand indoors, holding a banner for the “2025 Helping Hand Pickleball Classic” with sponsor logos from JLL, ArchiWealth, Scout Services, and Ameritech. They are casually dressed and appear happy.

HH Associate Board Members Raise over $15,000 at 2nd Annual Pickleball Classic

September 12, 2025

A group of nine people, including men and women of various ages, stand and smile in front of a black vehicle in a parking lot beside a white building under a partly cloudy sky.

Education Around Community Safety

August 28, 2025

A colorful parade float decorated with green fringe and “Helping Hand” signs moves down a street. People on the float wave, hold pom-poms, and balloons. Smaller images show close-ups of smiling participants and parade balloons.

Together We Shine: Helping Hand at the La Grange Pet Parade

June 11, 2025

A young girl and an adult woman sit at a table playing an educational board game together in a classroom setting. The woman is guiding the girl, who is engaged and pointing at the board.

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Celebrating Voices, Transforming Lives: The Impact of Speech Therapy

May 13, 2025

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Workers with Disabilities – The Untapped Workforce

April 14, 2025

A man in a festive hat and striped shirt gives a thumbs-up while posing with a woman in a blue jacket. They are smiling in a decorated room with hanging stars and colorful ornaments.

Celebrating 70 Years of Transformation with Helping Hand

April 1, 2025

A person wearing a dark hoodie stands indoors near an exit door, smiling slightly. The area has glass doors leading outside and a few chairs are visible in the background. The scene appears to be in a public building or office.

Transitioning to Adulthood through Genuine Care

March 12, 2025

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Two women are pictured side by side on a colorful, wavy background with shades of red, orange, and purple. One woman is smiling brightly; the other wears glasses and a wide-brimmed hat, looking thoughtfully ahead.

Cozy Conversations With the Sister Project Feature

August 7, 2025

A woman explains a science experiment to four men gathered around a table with marbled trays and wooden sticks, while several people observe in the background. The setting appears to be a busy indoor event or workshop.

Pittsburgh Pirates Jack Suwinski Partners With Helping Hand

December 25, 2023

Children wearing festive holiday clothing perform in front of a decorated Christmas tree. One child in a Santa hat sings into a microphone as others dance. The event is featured on FOX 32 with a news caption about a holiday program.

Helping Hand Hosts Special Holiday Event

December 21, 2022