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
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 1:00 PM General OverviewA webinar offered by the National Association of State Treasurers' ABLE Savings Plans Network (ASPN) with guest speakers from the Social Security Administration. You are invited to attend this special webinar to hear from ABLE state program administrators and Social Security Administration (SSA) experts.
ASERT and the Penn State College of Medicine invites direct support staff and their supervisors to register for a no-cost, training-hour eligible continuing education course. Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an evidence based approach to continuing education and tele-mentoring that leverages the power of sharing knowledge across miles and
Disability Pride PA invites you to save the dates for their regional Disability Pride events throughout 2023. Disability Pride events promote the pride felt within the disability community. The organization seeks to educate others on what access looks like and pride events are a day to come together with community and celebrate
Did you know? Independent Monitoring for Quality (IM4Q) results showed that 61% of children who do not communicate with words have a system for communication. However, for adults, only 27-30% have a system in place. Tips for Successful Transition with AAC Start Planning:At least a year before transition, start planning. Lots
The Shapiro Administration and the Department of Human Services (DHS) is urging anyone enrolled in Pennsylvania’s Medicaid program, also known as Medical Assistance (MA), to make sure their contact information is correct so they can receive timely updates about their benefits. Under new federal law, continuous MA eligibility will be separated from the public
The Lancaster County Employment Coalition and Lebanon County Works With Us Coalition merged in January in order to strengthen the group's role as a resource for the Employment Specialists, schools, and businesses. The purpose of the Lancaster Lebanon Employment Coalition is to provide education and resources surrounding waiver and non-waiver employment services,
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is looking for students in grades eight through eleven interested in supporting disaster preparedness to join the Youth Preparedness Council (YPC). Why is it Important for Youth to Apply? FEMA created the Youth Preparedness Council in 2012 to bring together young leaders from across the country
ODP has partnered with Infectious Disease Connect (ID Connect) to release a newsletter centered on the latest in health news. ID Connect is an organization that connects patients, pharmacists, and healthcare providers to infectious disease experts. ID Connect has led a series of educational "Town Hall" style webinars for ODP centered on
The Administration on Disabilities (AoD) Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC) will be hosting a webinar through their National Community of Practice "Exploring the Ticket to Work Program to Elevate Employment for Job Seekers with Disabilities" on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The DETAC will spotlight a