July 14, 2025 at 6:30 pm The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) will be hosting a webinar to share resources on inclusive recreation and inclusive play for families and individuals with disabilities. PADDC invites you to join the discussion with experts from around the country who work in the field of inclusive
As part of Aging Our Way, PA, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) was tasked with creating a dynamic, interactive, and comprehensive “caregiver toolkit” to address the key challenges faced by informal, unpaid caregivers and provide practical solutions and resources to support their entire caregiving journey. The PA CareKit is a collection
The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) announced its 2025 disABILITY Conference. The theme for the 2025 disABILITY Conference is Technology and Disability - The Intersection of Success. The conference will be held on July 31 from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Hilton Harrisburg. There is a virtual option for online
Did you know that two-thirds of Americans have at least one major potential risk factor for dementia? There are 10 warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. One of the signs is: New problems with words in speaking or writing This may include challenges with following or
The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) recently published its June 2025 Spotlight newsletter. Read highlights from the newsletter below, or read the full newsletter at this link. Advocacy, Policy and Advising PA Disability Budget CoalitionPADDC is supporting a PADisability Budget Coalition. Members are leaders from disability advocacy groups. The group meets monthly to talk
SNAP recipients and all EBT cardholders can now lock their cards when not in use to protect against theft and skimming. Harrisburg, PA – The Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Office of State Inspector General (OSIG) today launched a new security feature that allows Pennsylvanians who receive public benefits to lock
Did you know that 60% of caregivers of individuals with communication difficulties say that communication breakdowns make their role more challenging? May 1, 2025, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) published its 2025 ASHA National Survey of Caregivers: Insights and Experience conducted by YouGov. Here are some of the findings: 40% of those
Hosted by the Pennsylvania Lifesharing CoalitionOctober 6 and 7, 2025King of Prussia, PA The Pennsylvania Lifesharing Coalition invites you to save the date for its 13th Annual Lifesharing Conference. On October 6 and 7, 2025 the Lifesharing Conference will be held at The Alloy Hotel in King of Prussia, PA. The family-friendly
Last week, the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) released a statement about the federal government's proposal to dismantle the Administration of Community Living (ACL). This change, along with several other recent decisions, will impact services for people with developmental disabilities. If you have concerns about eliminating ACL, cuts to Medicaid, closing the Department
Navigating Today's Challenges and Building a Fairer Tomorrow April 8, 20258:00 AM - 3:30 PMWyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown Join the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission for a dynamic and collaborative event bringing together key housing stakeholders including community leaders, housing professionals, social service providers, fair housing partners, and others. This conference will explore
