Meet the PCH Maintenance Team! This is Maintenance Technician Robert (Rob) Nowak, and he has been a member of the PCH family since the end of 2023. Rob came to us with a lifetime of varied experiences in maintenance, including homes, apartments, outdoor pools, corporate offices, and the government.

Our mission in helping an underserved community stood out to Rob when job-hunting, and with that, it was a perfect fit with his professional background and personal preferences. “This job is special, because I get to use my maintenance skills and experience, while interacting with the people we serve. I also enjoy the variety.. every day is different.”

One of Rob’s most frequent exchanges is with a resident who lives in one of the homes that surround the PCH community center. “Almost every day, they enthusiastically ask me what day it is, and I like to come up with something other than the day itself. It started with ‘hump day’ on a Wednesday, and now it’s a regular thing.”

Rob is a wonderful member of the PCH, and we are grateful to have him! Be sure to say hi when you see him out and about, doing what he does best!

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Happy 314 Day St. Louis! Today is the perfect day to celebrate all things St. Louis.

Naturally, as a native 314 organization, PCH marked the day with some local bests - @imospizza including toasted ravs of course), @officialvess (Vess Soda), and homemade gooey butter cake.

How did you celebrate?

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PCH recently updated the old and damaged siding on a house in North St. Louis County with the help of Ameren Missouri, making it more efficient and comfortable for the four gentlemen with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who call it home.

Thank you to Ameren and all our supporters who make it possible for us to continue to ensure safe, accessible, and affordable homes for St. Louisans with IDD that meet their unique needs.

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In partnership with @drurydevelopment (Drury Development Corporation), PCH will be able to update flooring for residents who use wheelchairs and walkers, ensuring a safe and accessible home for them to age in place!

We’d like to send our sincerest gratitude to Drury Development Corporation for their commitment to affordable and accessible housing for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We cannot thank you enough for the difference you’ve made in the lives of our residents!

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(Pictured: Mary and her @stlouisarc caretaker Diane in Mary’s home provided by PCH)

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

This year, the @nacdd_56 (National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities) campaign theme is “We’re Here All Year”—a powerful reminder that people with disabilities need community, accessibility, and opportunities every day, not just in March. Through this campaign, NACDD encourages us to connect with individuals with developmental disabilities, hear their stories, and understand the vital role of community—“Meet us, know us, involve us.”

At PCH, we are honored to introduce you to Mary, a vibrant and active resident who has called PCH home for 27 years. Her residence provides a safe, comfortable, accessible, and affordable living space that supports her independence. Mary takes great pride in her beautifully decorated room, happily giving guests a tour! Just steps from our Dautel campus and community center, her home keeps her close to the activities she loves.

“I love my two roommates!” Mary shares. “I walk to the center every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. I am happy living there! It’s easy to walk places.”

Thanks to advancements in healthcare and de-institutionalization, individuals with developmental disabilities now enjoy significantly healthier, longer lives. In 1931, the average life expectancy was just 22 years—today, it’s 70 years, nearing that of the general population. This progress highlights the importance of inclusive, community-based living.

PCH is proud to foster environments where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 🧡💙🧡💙

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(Pictured from left to right: Sallie Weltman, Joyce Weltman, and a niece, Anna)

💜 Happy @internationalwomensday_global! 💜

During National Women’s History Month, PCH proudly honors the legacy of one of our founders, Joyce Weltman, and her daughter, Sallie Weltman—one of our original residents. Though Joyce and Sallie are no longer with us, their spirit of strength, love, and community continues to shape PCH.

Joyce helped to found what was then called Rainbow Village to ensure her beloved daughter had a safe, enriching place to call home—a place where she could live, learn, and thrive, not confined to a hospital or institution. Sallie, like all our residents, lived a full and meaningful life, reminding us that inclusion and acceptance make our entire community stronger.

Today, we celebrate their lasting impact and the countless women who inspire us every day. 💜

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🏌️‍♂️⛳️T-minus 2 months until the PCH 16th Annual Golf Tournament! We have so many fun things planned like a liquor tasting, hand-rolled cigars, raffle opportunities, food, and more.

This tournament allows us to continue to provide the health and security that only comes with the comfort of home. Your participation in our annual Golf Tournament makes a difference in the lives of nearly 300 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

So what are you waiting for? Book your spot in the tournament today before they fill up! Please click on the link in our bio for more information and to register.

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Last week, PCH updated the flooring throughout two homes, ensuring the residents in wheelchairs have a smooth surface and refreshing the space! Reinhold Flooring, Inc. did a beautiful job on the installation.

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🌞🐻Meet Billy, a friend of some PCH residents! He had a wonderful time coming out of hibernation yesterday and enjoying the sunshine. It's always nice to get some rays after a long stretch of cold, and we hope you soaked up some warmth too!

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and every resident with PCH has one or more diagnosis. The theme for 2025's campaign, courtesy of @nacdd_56 (National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities), is “We’re Here All Year,” because people with disabilities have needs for community, accessibility, and opportunities 365 days a year, not only the 31 days in March.

You may be asking yourself, what exactly is a developmental disability? Broadly, developmental disabilities are a range of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. The large majority begin before birth or during a child’s developmental period and last for a lifetime, typically impacting a person’s daily functioning. Developmental disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, language and learning disorders, vision impairment, and hearing loss.

PCH recognizes and celebrates the contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities, as they bring unique perspectives and strengths that enrich our communities and have a right to fully engage in all aspects of human life. We hope this month serves as a reminder of how vital it is to create accessible, supportive environments that empower all people to thrive, whether in school, work, socially or other settings.

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