Pathways to Independence

11/19/2025

Holiday Helpers Here! 🎄Pathways was so excited to partner with United Way of Greater St. Louis to create hot coco kits for residents of Memory Care Home Solutions 🍫

☕ Participants filled over 35 reusable jars with coco mix and marshmallows, then personalized each one with a colorful holiday card!

❤️ Memory Care Home Solutions supports families of older adults with Alzheimer's and other cognitive deficits as they age in the comfort of their homes.

☃️ Thank you to United Way for the opportunity to bring warmth to our community!

🎁 If you have a volunteer opportunity for our participants, please DM us or email info@ptistl.org

11/12/2025

We love seeing the success of Pathways participants out in the community. We’re so proud of Wesley for thriving in his role at Oak Street Inn in Cottleville!

This video, created by our friends at BCI (Boone Center Inc.), highlights Wesley’s hard work, positive attitude, and the strong relationships he’s built at his job. It's also a testament to the amazing work done at BCI!

Watch here: https://vimeo.com/1135509451?fl=pl&fe=sh
We’re thrilled to see Wesley continuing to grow and shine!

After graduating from BCI’s General Housekeeping program at Embassy Suites, Wesley found the perfect fit at Oak Street Inn in Cottleville—a boutique…

10/28/2025

Feeding our neighbors, one trunk at a time 💙 We teamed up with LifeBridge Partnership to fill this trunk with food for our IDD community.

With the pause in SNAP benefits, many people (especially those with disabilities who often need these supports) may struggle to access food.

Sunnyhill Inc. is organizing a food drive to combat this:

📍 Donations can be dropped off to Sunnyhill at 14 Soccer Park, Fenton, MO 63026

🧡 Or drop a donation at the Pathways office weekdays between 8am and 3pm

🥫 Need food? Stop by during distribution Tues-Thu, 10am to 2pm, or reach out to Tamico Jones at tjones@sunnyhillinc.org

When our community comes together, no one goes hungry.

10/22/2025

We’re proud to share that Pathways to Independence has renewed our BBB Accredited Charity Seal! 💙

This renewal means we continue to meet all 20 BBB Standards for Charity Accountability, reaffirming our commitment to ethical practices, transparency, and donor confidence.

For over 35 years, Pathways has been helping people with disabilities connect, grow, and thrive. This recognition reflects the integrity behind that mission.

Thank you to everyone who supports us and helps make our impact possible every day.

10/15/2025

💀 "Stacking" up the calendar with fun events this October!

🎃 Grant's Farm Halloween Nights
🦍 Seeing new animals at the Saint Louis Zoo
🤪 Wacky Wednesday Pizza Night
💐 Floral Arranging
🎲 Pickleball and board games at Rockwell Beer Garden
🚜 20-Somethings Hayride and Bonfire at Queeny Park

Ready to haunt new hangouts with Your People? 👻 Click the link in our bio!

10/09/2025

Every connection we build starts with someone who believes in our mission. Pathways to Independence is seeking passionate community members to join our Board of Directors!

Help shape the strategic future of an organization that empowers adults with disabilities to build independent, fulfilling lives.

Ready to make an impact? Email jodi@ptistl.org to learn more.

10/03/2025

Making new friends 🐪 and having a blast this September! From exploring the city to friendly competitions, we’ve packed the month with fun:

🐪 Exploring
🍎 Picking apples at Eckert's Country Store & Farms
♟️ Touring World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries
🎷 Jamming out at Cottle Village
🏓 Pickleball at Chicken N Pickle - St. Charles
⏱️ Minute to Win It Game Night
🍭 Savoring sweets at SugarBot Sweet Shop
💃 Dancing away at Global Brew Tap House
🦦 and Painting otters with Craftibility Foundation

There’s always something happening at Pathways - Join us: www.ptistl.org

09/30/2025

Always diving into our creativity with Craftibility! 🌊🤿🫧

✨ Camaraderie through creativity ✨
Our friends at Pathways to Independence painted otters using clay and paint — each one as unique as the artists themselves! 🦦🎨 These projects bring joy, inclusion, and the chance to connect with others through art. 💛

09/24/2025

🎥Meet KP and Kelly on our Youtube Channel!

Join Participant Ambassador, KP, and her mom, Kelly, as they share their heartfelt journey with Pathways to Independence.

From high school graduation to discovering a community where friendships flourish, their story shows the power of connection.

💬 “You gain so much more in this group than just… giving your loved one an opportunity to do a fun thing. You’re building relationships, making friendships… you’re expanding yourself in a way.” - Kelly

Watch the full conversation and see how Pathways is more than just good times - it’s where you truly find your people.

🔗 Click here to watch the video: https://youtu.be/3TKcmvvq4ZE

09/22/2025

Thank you to everyone who came out for our annual Family Picnic! It was such a joy to see participants and their families connecting over good food, friendly games, and plenty of laughter in the sunshine.

Baseball and kickball games broke out, footballs flew across the field, and our Social Bingo selfie challenge kept the cameras busy this year!

Your energy and smiles made the day unforgettable, and we’re already looking forward to next picnic. We appreciate you! ✨
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09/05/2025

We’ve launched our very first merch store! 🎉

From shirts and hoodies to magnets and accessories, our new Find Your People designs are a fresh way to show your support for Pathways. Every item helps spread the message of connection and belonging.

🛍️ Check it out here: https://pathwaystoindependence.printful.me/