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SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat

June 2, 2025 by Jim Edmonds-Harpster

02 Jun

SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat

June 2, 2025    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
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  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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Reiki

June 2, 2025 by Jim Edmonds-Harpster

02 Jun

Reiki

June 2, 2025    
6:00 pm-6:45 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
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  • Wellness Dinner
20 minute therapeutic Reiki session appointments are available at no cost to our certified members from 6-6:40pm (Reiki sessions during the kitchen renovation will take [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
29 Apr
April 29, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Game Night
01 May
May 1, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
03 May
May 3, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
06 May
May 6, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Art for Life
08 May
May 8, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
10 May
May 10, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Virtual Dinner Chat
13 May
May 13, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Pet Therapy
15 May
May 15, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
17 May
May 17, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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OUTrageous Bingo
18 May
May 18, 2024    
6:30 pm-10:00 pm
Beit Kulanu formerly known as Rodef Shalom
  • OUTrageous Bingo
  A benefit for SWC and the PGH Equality Center, held at Rodef Shalom. SAT doors open at 6:30pm and games begin at 7:30pm. All [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
20 May
May 20, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Art Therapy
22 May
May 22, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
24 May
May 24, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Qigong
29 May
May 29, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
31 May
May 31, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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Events on April 29, 2024
29 Apr
SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
29 Apr 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 1, 2024
01 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Game Night
1 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 3, 2024
03 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
3 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 6, 2024
06 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
6 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 8, 2024
08 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Art for Life
8 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 10, 2024
10 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
10 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 13, 2024
13 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Virtual Dinner Chat
13 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 15, 2024
15 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Pet Therapy
15 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 17, 2024
17 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
17 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 18, 2024
18 May
OUTrageous Bingo
18 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 20, 2024
20 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
20 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 22, 2024
22 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Art Therapy
22 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 24, 2024
24 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
24 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 29, 2024
29 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Qigong
29 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 31, 2024
31 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
31 May 24
Pittsburgh

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A great big thank you is in order to the Social Justice and Outreach Committee (SJO) of the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh for their continued support of our fabulous little garden! Since 2014, our vibrant SWC herb and vegetable garden has continued to thrive, with some of its original plants, such as Pepperoni Oregano and Thyme, still blooming - a shining example of the power of timeless classics to uplift and inspire! These resilient herbs have not only withstood the test of time but have also flourished, just like our HIV+ members who continue to flourish with the marvels of modern medicine and the support of a caring and loving community. Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh ... See MoreSee Less

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We are deeply moved by this spotlight. In our center, we display a plaque that reads, "There shall be no outcasts in this church." While those words reflect our broader intention rather than our formal mission statement, they perfectly capture our commitment to welcoming everyone who walks through our doors. Thank you, Global Links, for recognizing this spirit and for being such a vital partner in our work to provide care and build community. ... See MoreSee Less

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SWC is a nonprofit agency providing wellness support, education and nutritious meals to those living with HIV/AIDS in Southwestern PA.
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We are incredibly grateful to The Pittsburgh Foundation for their generous support, which allows us to continue our vital work for our community. This funding is essential in helping us bridge budget gaps and maintain the core programs that provide nutritious meals, health education, peer counseling, and social programming for those who need it most.To learn more about our ongoing program and ways you can contribute, please visit our website at swconline.org/.“There is still stigma living with HIV/AIDS,” said Richard Krug, executive director of Shepherd Wellness Community. “Many people are condemned, rejected and treated like pariahs... In some cases, we’re the only family they have.”Shepherd Wellness Community provides vital services to people living with HIV/AIDS like hosting community dinners, peer counseling, health education and social programing to reduce isolation and improve physical and emotional wellbeing. The organization faces a budget gap from a 25% reduction of government funding for Ryan White HIV/AIDS services, a source of regular support.The Pittsburgh Foundation awarded Shepherd Wellness Community a two-year, $80,000 grant for general operating support to support core programing as part of the 2026 spring grant cycle.Learn more about Shepherd Wellness Community, including how you can support directly: swconline.org/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Welcome to Shepherd Wellness Community

The Shepherd Wellness Community is the only HIV/AIDS community in western Pennsylvania. Since our founding in 1987  we have witnessed remarkable changes in the treatment of HIV and in the needs of our community.

Our founder, Fr. Lynn Edwards, said that in the 1980s our work focused on helping people die with dignity. In the 1990s, after protease inhibitor drugs became available, our mission was helping HIV-positive people live with dignity. Since 2013, our mission has been helping people living with HIV improve their wellness.

Despite the advances in medical treatment, the need for a supportive community to assist people living with HIV is greater than ever.

We are grateful to everyone through the years who has made the work of Shepherd Wellness Community possible. With your continued help, we will continue to provide a supportive, caring community with meals and wellness programs for people living with HIV.

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SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
29 Apr
April 29, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & Game Night
01 May
May 1, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
03 May
May 3, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
06 May
May 6, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & Art for Life
08 May
May 8, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
10 May
May 10, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Virtual Dinner Chat
13 May
May 13, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Pet Therapy
15 May
May 15, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
17 May
May 17, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
More Info
OUTrageous Bingo
18 May
May 18, 2024    
6:30 pm-10:00 pm
Beit Kulanu formerly known as Rodef Shalom
  • OUTrageous Bingo
  A benefit for SWC and the PGH Equality Center, held at Rodef Shalom. SAT doors open at 6:30pm and games begin at 7:30pm. All [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
20 May
May 20, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Art Therapy
22 May
May 22, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
24 May
May 24, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & Qigong
29 May
May 29, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
31 May
May 31, 2024    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
More Info
Events on April 29, 2024
29 Apr
SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
29 Apr 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 1, 2024
01 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Game Night
1 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 3, 2024
03 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
3 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 6, 2024
06 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
6 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 8, 2024
08 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Art for Life
8 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 10, 2024
10 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
10 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 13, 2024
13 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Virtual Dinner Chat
13 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 15, 2024
15 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Pet Therapy
15 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 17, 2024
17 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
17 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 18, 2024
18 May
OUTrageous Bingo
18 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 20, 2024
20 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Dinner Chat
20 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 22, 2024
22 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Art Therapy
22 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 24, 2024
24 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
24 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 29, 2024
29 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & Qigong
29 May 24
Pittsburgh
Events on May 31, 2024
31 May
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
31 May 24
Pittsburgh

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