Sarah Heinz House Adapts Amid Pandemic

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Jennifer Cairns, Sarah Heinz House

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Oct 16, 2020

It isn't business as usual for after-school programs in the age of COVID-19. Host Sheila Hyland talks with Jennifer Cairns, Executive Director, Sarah Heinz House in Pittsburgh, about how programs are innovating and pivoting to support youth, families and communities. sarahheinzhouse.com

Hosted by: Sheila Hyland Produced by: Keystone Newsmakers Team

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