Aid in PA has six spots remaining for its Spring 2023 TRAIN class beginning in April. Below is a refresher of course information and important dates: TRAIN (Trauma Recovery for Autistic, Intellectually Disabled and Neurodiverse Individuals): Individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism are at an increased risk of experiencing trauma, however few therapists are
Wednesday, March 15, 20236:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) invites you to a webinar on PA ABLE with a special focus its partners in the deaf/Deaf/hard-of-hearing communities. Pennsylvania’s ABLE program provides individuals with qualifying disabilities a way to save and invest without affecting their benefits. Join the
To celebrate this important month, we wanted to share tips for encouraging inclusive communication environments. Our access to communication is the backbone of our connection to one another. By ensuring that all people have the opportunity to engage in communication in any environment, we promote equality, understanding, and engagement. Be aware of
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has released its newly developed Integrated Transportation Guide as a resource to assist individuals in developing reliable transportation routes. Transportation continues to be a barrier to people finding and maintaining competitive-integrated employment. In response, ODP's Employment Innovation Area Work Group developed the guide, which utilizes the
Through a cooperative agreement with the National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services (NASDDDS), ACL has launched a new center to improve support for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) who have mental health conditions. This center will focus on capacity building by supporting state agencies with policy development,
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Please help the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) share the proclamation signed by Governor Josh Shapiro that celebrates the many accomplishments and contributions of people with developmental disabilities. Governor Shapiro highlights the Commonwealth's commitment to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the proclamation, stating:
Whooping Cough Outbreaks According to the Clearfield County Department of Health, there was a recent pertussis outbreak in the local Amish community. Whooping cough (pertussis) is an endemic (common) disease in the United States. It is a contagious respiratory illness and spreads easily from person to person. Outbreaks may occur in settings such
Join National Disability Institute (NDI) on Saturday, February 25th from 11am – noon ET for its “Spilling the Tea on Taxes for People with Disabilities” webinar/conversation.This webinar is for individuals with disabilities, their family members, supporters and anyone wanting to learn about the importance of filing taxes for people with disabilities. Taxes
The Administration for Community Living (ACL) will be hosting a virtual Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Partners Day on February 28, 2023, 12:00 – 4:00 PM ET in observance of Brain Injury Awareness Month. Each year, under what was previously called TBI Stakeholder Day, ACL convenes interested parties to discuss important issues around
The National Disability Institute (NDI) is holding a listening session in Pittsburgh for individuals with a disability, their families, their direct support professionals, and individuals who identify as black, indigenous, and/or person of color (BIPOC) and/or LGBTQ+. The NDI would like to hear from you during the Pittsburgh Coalition on the Intersection
