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SHIM Center Renovation is Almost Complete!
Get ready for a new experience at SHIM Center in Bethel Park! If you’ve been here to drop off donations or volunteer at a family event, you’ll notice that things…
Language Acquisition in Early Childhood Learning
Diana Hunsberger, Lead Early Childhood Program Teacher Early childhood education is essential in supporting children’s growth. According to the National Institute of Health, early learning can lead to higher test…
Community Partner Christ Church Supports SHIM
Christ Church has been a valuable partner of SHIM for more than 30 years, dedicated to helping our South Hills community. “It is the philosophy of the Missions and Outreach…
SHIM Supporter Eva Shares Her Story
SHIM supporters choose to help their South Hills neighbors for a variety of reasons. Some feel compelled by spiritual guidance or a desire to make a difference locally. Others have…
Mhra Moe and her American Dreams
In 2014, the United States welcomed almost 70,000 refugees. People from many different countries arrived that year, but the leading countries of origin were Iraq, Burma, Somalia, and Bhutan. One…
Kyla and Marcele Talk Mental Health
Kyla Ross, Basic Needs Coordinator; Marcele Reola, Intake and Service Coordinator; and Rachel White, Development and Communications Manager Mental health illnesses affect more than 20% of American adults. That’s more…
Board Member Rob Connects Through His Congregation
Board member Rob Wagner, born and raised in Bethel Park, holds a profound bond with the South Hills. Although he pursued his college education at the University of Notre Dame…
Helping People Holistically-by SHIM coordinator Lisa
by Lisa Turske, SHIM Service Coordinator Some people have misconceptions about the clients SHIM serves. As a service coordinator, I’m on the frontlines working with South Hills residents who need…
18-year-old cosmetics entrepreneur fights for beauty inclusivity- featured story on Good Morning America
By Dhanika Pineda April 02, 2024, 3:40 am “Kavya Odari, raised in a refugee camp in Nepal, moved to the U.S. at three years old with her family from the…
Meet Bhola, Employee with Close Family Ties to SHIM
SHIM feels like one big family, and often we are connected to family members through various programs and services. You may remember reading about Youth Mentoring graduate Ritika, who recently…