Established in 1979, the Deutsch Institute is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to developing and expanding recreational opportunities to improve the health and well-being for persons with special needs and other barriers. The Deutsch Institute provides a myriad of events and outings including bowling leagues, dances, social clubs, day trips and vacations. The Deutsch Institute offers recreational activities in a safe, inclusive environment.

• Social Groups
• Chaperoned Day Trips
• Seasonal Dances
• Bowling Leagues
• Art Therapy
• Music for Everyone
• Celebration of the Arts Camp
• Educational and Learning Opportunities

• Trivia Tuesday with Tara
• Word Game Wednesday

Christopher von Ahnen

Executive Director

Tara L. Borgna

Program Specialist,
Certified Investigator,
Compliance Officer

Laura DeLuccie

Office Manager

Gwen Harleman

Director – Verve Vertu Studio

Amanda Hrycyna

Arts Enrichment Assistant

Lauren Nafus

Lead Arts Enrichment Assistant

Patrick Weibel

Arts Enrichment Assistant

Karen Belli

Arts Enrichment Assistant

Michelle Beutel

Arts Enrichment Assistant

Rachel Loefflad

Recreational Specialist

Theresa Popiolek

Arts Enrichment Assistant

Jesse Blight

Arts Enrichment Assistant

Annika Massa

Arts Enrichment Assistant

Colleen Walsh

Arts Enrichment Assistant

Michael Hungarter

Maintenance