Helen Keller National Center partners with Pennsylvania's Office of Developmental Programs to bring specialized DeafBlind support directly to local communities. This innovative five-day immersion program empowers support teams with personalized strategies, ensuring DeafBlind individuals with intellectual disabilities can achieve greater independence in their home environments. Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) announced a
Parkinson’s Disease is a type of movement disorder that is chronic and progressive. It may affect the nerves and muscles that are used to develop speech. Here are some easy strategies to support communication: Be patient. Give them plenty of time to process Avoid speaking above other noises; try to eliminate distractions
Governor Josh Shapiro has signed a proclamation recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month. Please join us in recognizing and celebrating the diverse nature and qualities of individuals with Autism throughout the month of April! Download and read the full proclamation.
The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) has published its 2024 Impact Report. The report details the Council's accomplishments and activities over the past year. Some of the highlights include: Improved medical care for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) Expanded reach Made communities more inclusive Executive Director, Lisa Tesler writes, “As
The Jefferson Center for Autism and Neurodiversity at Jefferson University, in partnership with Special Olympics, is seeking participants to take part in a study on enhancing healthcare experiences for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Jefferson is inviting individuals with IDD to participate in the study. The study will assess the
AID In PA is accepting applicants for its April 2025 TRAIN program. This free training program was developed for therapists, counselors, and clinical social workers who already have experience working with clients who have an Intellectual Disability and/or Autism (ID/A) diagnosis and are looking to gain knowledge and skills related to trauma
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is currently seeking individuals that would like to record and share their physical activity participation and providers that would like to have their physical activity programs featured with ODP’s stakeholders across the Commonwealth. Your activities can be an inspiration to others to get healthier! If interested,
The Arc of Pennsylvania is hosting its 2nd annual in-person Disability Health Action Summit. The event is taking place on March 19, 2025 at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey hotel and registration is now open. The theme of the day will be Advancing Health Equity for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. For
The Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) invites professionals, families, and youth to register for its Children's Crisis Intervention Conference. The event, cohosted by Temple University, will be held at the Hilton Harrisburg on April 29th and 30th of 2025. This inaugural event focuses on enhancing crisis intervention services
The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) invites individuals with disabilities and their families to join its Spring Listening Tour, and to apply for its LEAF Scholarship Program. Spring Listening Tour PADDC wants to know what matters most to Pennsylvanians with developmental disabilities and their families. The Council needs your input on how
