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HCCADC is a private non-profit corporation serving Huntingdon County children & families since 1973.

10/29/2026

🎨📚 The Big Draw Month! 📚🎨
Did you know that when little ones pick up a crayon, they’re doing more than creating a masterpiece? They’re learning! 🧠✨
Art is an important part of early education because it helps children develop:
🖍️ Fine-motor skills needed for writing
🗣️ Language skills as they describe their creations
🧩 Problem-solving skills as they plan and create
💭 Creativity and critical thinking
💛 Confidence and self-expression
From the first scribble to the first drawing of a person, every mark on the page is part of a child’s learning journey. 🌱
So grab those crayons and let your little artist create, explore, and learn! 🎨🖌️

10/27/2026

💛🧸 National Depression Education & Awareness Month 🧸💛
Little ones have BIG feelings and, sometimes, changes in a child’s mood or behavior may be a sign that they need some extra support. 🌱
Families and caregivers can watch for changes such as:
😔 Seeming sad, unhappy, or unusually irritable for long periods
🎨 Losing interest in favorite toys or activities
😴 Changes in sleeping habits
🍎 Changes in eating habits
👫 Pulling away from family or friends
💬 Having difficulty talking about or expressing feelings
Every child has tough days, but ongoing or significant changes are worth paying attention to. ❤️ If you have concerns, talk with your child’s pediatrician or another trusted professional.
Sometimes the most important thing we can give a child is simply a listening ear, a caring heart, and a safe place to talk. 🫶

10/25/2026

Our programs for children are on hiatus until January 4th. We recognize this last minute closure places great burdens upon many of our families. We are deeply sorry for this. All staff, including management, will not be working during this time. We will use our One Call platform, and in some cases class DoJo to update you. Our adult services programs will operate as usual.

10/23/2026

10/22/2026

🚒🐻 Smokey the Bear and More 🐻🚒

Ms. Sarah's class, at our Broad Top center, had a special visitor yesterday! The children got to visit with Smokey the Bear and even got to see what it was like inside the fire protectant tent!

10/22/2026

🎃👻 Halloween Safety: Keep the Night Fun! 👻🎃
Costumes, candy, and creepy-crawlies are fun, but safety is the real Halloween treat! 🍬🕷️
Before your little goblin heads out, remember:
🔦 Light the way: Use flashlights or glow sticks when walking after dark.
🚶 Stick together: Young children should always have a trusted adult nearby.
🧟 Costume check: Make sure costumes allow children to see, breathe, walk, and move comfortably.
🚗 Be street smart: Use sidewalks and cross only with an adult.
🍭 Treat patrol: Check treats before little ones dig in!
And here's an favorite: practice your trick-or-treat route before Halloween! 🗺️ Let your child help spot safe places to cross and practice saying “thank you.” It turns safety skills into part of the adventure!
🎃 Have a boo-tiful, safe, and happy Halloween! 🧡

10/21/2026

🚒 Special Visitors Alert 🚒

Ms. Mary's class, at our Juniata Valley Center, had special visitors come! The Alexandria Volunteer Fire Department and Juniata Valley Ambulance stopped by Monday for Fire Prevention Month! They taught the class about their equipment and ways to be safe. The class also got to explore their equipment.

Trinity Hardy, the Alternate Huntingdon County Fair Queen also visited the classroom as well! She played Farm Safety Bingo, shared some healthy snacks, and read everyone a story!

10/21/2026

Event Cancellation Notice

We regret to inform our families that the Pumpkin Patch and Santa Trolley events have been canceled for this year. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or disappointment this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Thank you for your continued support of our organization and the families we serve. We are grateful for our wonderful community and look forward to future activities.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. ❤️

10/20/2026

🍎 Apple Volcanos 🍎

Ms. Sierra's class, at our Huntingdon Center shared this video of her class doing apple volcanos together! The children had a blast learning and exploring through this scientific experiment.

10/20/2026

🧠💛 ADHD Awareness Month 💛🧠
Every child learns, plays, and experiences the world in their own way. 🌟 ADHD can affect how a child focuses, manages impulses, remembers directions, and approaches everyday activities.
For little ones, patience and understanding can make a big difference! Try:
🎨 Offering hands-on activities
⏰ Giving simple, clear directions
💬 Celebrating effort and progress
🧩 Providing opportunities to move and explore
Different ways of learning deserve different ways of supporting. 💛🌈

Address

52 Juniata Avenue
Huntingdon, PA
16652

Telephone

+18146436800

Website

http://hccadc.org/

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