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Inclusive Recreation Resource Webinar

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

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Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission 2025 disABILITY Conference

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

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PA Human Relations Commission 2025 Housing Equality Conference

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

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2025 Disability Health Action Summit

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

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PADDC Spring Listening Tour and LEAF Scholarships

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

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Supporting Families Best Practices Series – Bridging Aging and Disability

February 20, 202512:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EST)  The National Community of Practice (CoP) for Supporting Families invites you to join its Supporting Families Best Practices Series. Pennsylvania's ODP and Developmental Disabilities Council are partners in the National CoP which is led by the National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities

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Performance Based Contracting Webinar for Individuals and Families

Thursday, January 30, 202512:00 PM – 1:00 PM The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) would like to invite you to the Performance Based Contracts Webinar for Individuals and Families. This webinar will provide individuals and families with a general overview of how the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) proposes to implement Performance-Based

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Multi-Year Program Growth Strategy Forum with Secretary Val Arkoosh [WATCH]

On Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh joined ODP providers and professionals for its Multi-Year Program Growth Strategy Forum. Secretary Arkoosh addressed the audience to reiterate Governor Shapiro's strategy for eventually ending the waiting list for services. At DHS, our mission is to help all Pennsylvanians

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Administration for Community Living (ACL) Webinar: Partnerships To Expand Accessible Housing Options With Assistive Technology 

Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 3:00-4:00 p.m. ET The lack of available accessible housing options can impact the independence and autonomy of a person with disabilities more than almost anything else, limiting choice and isolating people with disabilities in geographic pockets in cities, towns, and all across the U.S. Home modifications, including

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Register Now for the Supporting Families Best Practices Series

The National Collaborative for Supporting Families invites you to register for the Supporting Families Best Practices Training Series. The next available session, held via Zoom, is on November 21 from 2 PM to 3:30 PM EST* and will discuss respite for families. The Best Practice Series introduces and elevates innovative services, supports and policies directly

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