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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191114T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191114T200000
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SUMMARY:Trainings at Community Care Connections: Navigating Physical and Behavioral Health Systems
DESCRIPTION:Community Care Connections is hosting three trainings for families this fall. On Thursday\, November 14th\, Navigating Physical and Behavioral Health Systems will be explained. You will consider health systems navigation\, identify services available & funding systems\, and explore eligibility & unmet needs in the health care system. Should you have any questions please call the PEAL Center at 1-866-950-1040 or email info@pealenter.org. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/trainings-at-community-care-connections-navigating-physical-and-behavioral-health-systems/
LOCATION:Community Care Connections\, 114 Skyline Drive\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops,Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="The PEAL Center":MAILTO:training@pealcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190920T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190920T130000
DTSTAMP:20190818T205138Z
CREATED:20190818T204915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190818T205138Z
UID:11338-1568980800-1568984400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:HCBS–Know the Facts Understanding the Home and Community Based (HCBS) Final Rule
DESCRIPTION:LEARN:\n\nthe Rule’s requirements and benefits;\nhow the Rule promotes person-centered planning;\nto advocate for supports and services to make sure the Rule works for you or those you support.\n\n\nContact us for more information at hcbs@temple.edu\n\nNEED ACCOMMODATIONS?\nAny requests for reasonable accommodations should be made at least 48 hours prior to the event\nby contacting Jamie.ray-leonetti@temple.edu 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/hcbs-know-the-facts-understanding-the-home-and-community-based-hcbs-final-rule/
LOCATION:Institute on Disabilities at Temple University\, 1755 N. 13th Street / Student Center Rm 411S\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190808T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190808T110000
DTSTAMP:20190723T031635Z
CREATED:20190723T031635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T031635Z
UID:11309-1565258400-1565262000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:INTRODUCING: FINALLY HOME
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversaton about what “FINALLY HOME” could mean to you. RSVP at 610.565.5177 or at MaryannM@viapa.org \ntwo sessions: Choose 10-11 AM or 6-7 PM \nWe can help with: \n\n Applying for subsidies\nLocating Affordable Housing\nLease Language\nOrganizing your move\nSo much more\n\n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/introducing-finally-home/
LOCATION:East Stroudsburg University\, Innovation Center Room 333\, 562 Independence Rd\, East Stroudsburg\, PA\, 18301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="Values Into Action":MAILTO:authenticfriendships@viapa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190730T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190730T190000
DTSTAMP:20190701T155552Z
CREATED:20190701T155552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190701T155552Z
UID:11238-1564507800-1564513200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Creating A Vision for A Good Life: Safety in Your Community
DESCRIPTION:The LifeCourse Framework and Tools were created by families to help individuals and families of all abilities and ages to develop a vision for a good life & discover how to have an “Everyday Life” in their community. Join us to learn about PA’s Community of Practice for Supporting Families and how to use the LifeCourse Tools in your life to: Learn practical strategies to increase safety in the community; Use LifeCourse Framework to make a safety plan; Develop and/or identify supports from a variety of resources. \n\n\n\nRegistration is Required with Your Selected Time and will be Accepted until July 28th. Register by calling 1-844-PAFamily (1-844-723-2645) or email PaFamilyNetwork@visionforequality.org \n*Please submit all requests for needed accommodations and/or alternate formats at the time of registration at least 3 weeks prior to the scheduled session. \n2 Times Offered \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/creating-a-vision-for-a-good-life-safety-in-your-community-2/
LOCATION:Wayne County Park Street Complex\, 648 Park Street\, Honesdale\, PA\, 18431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190730T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190730T130000
DTSTAMP:20190701T155646Z
CREATED:20190701T155127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190701T155646Z
UID:11236-1564484400-1564491600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Creating A Vision for A Good Life: Safety in Your Community
DESCRIPTION:The LifeCourse Framework and Tools were created by families to help individuals and families of all abilities and ages to develop a vision for a good life & discover how to have an “Everyday Life” in their community. Join us to learn about PA’s Community of Practice for Supporting Families and how to use the LifeCourse Tools in your life to: Learn practical strategies to increase safety in the community; Use LifeCourse Framework to make a safety plan; Develop and/or identify supports from a variety of resources. \n\n\n\nRegistration is Required with Your Selected Time and will be Accepted until July 28th. Register by calling 1-844-PAFamily (1-844-723-2645) or email PaFamilyNetwork@visionforequality.org \n*Please submit all requests for needed accommodations and/or alternate formats at the time of registration at least 3 weeks prior to the scheduled session. \n2 Times Offered
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/creating-a-vision-for-a-good-life-safety-in-your-community/
LOCATION:Wayne County Park Street Complex\, 648 Park Street\, Honesdale\, PA\, 18431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190729T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190729T120000
DTSTAMP:20190704T152545Z
CREATED:20190704T152207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T152545Z
UID:11288-1564389000-1564401600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:First Responder Training: Detecting\, Encountering\, and Helping
DESCRIPTION:Learn about people who have disabilities that are not apparent\, and how to best communicate and support their needs in your line of work. All first responders welcome. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/first-responder-training-detecting-encountering-and-helping/
LOCATION:Autism Connection of PA\, 35 Wilson Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops,Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="Autism Connection of PA":MAILTO:support@autismofpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190627T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190627T150000
DTSTAMP:20190605T163713Z
CREATED:20190605T163713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190605T163713Z
UID:11187-1561629600-1561647600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Creative Community Living Options : Building Awareness and Capacity in Response to the Sexual Abuse of People with Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Individuals with developmental disabilities are at a significantly higher rate (4 to 10 times) of being victims of sexual abuse then the general population. \nToo often signs of sexual abuse are not recognized and reporting protocol is unclear. \nThoughts like– \n\n“Do I call the police?””\n“I’m not sure what really happened.”\n“The police won’t be able to understand the person.”\n“These cases never seem to go to court\, so why bother”?\nThese are just a few of the reasons why the sexual abuse is not reported. \nA response to these and other frequently made comments will be discussed with law enforcement and prosecutors. \nThe training will also address:\n\n\nUnderstanding the differences between healthy sexuality and sexual abuse\nThe role of law enforcement\nHow cases are prosecuted\nResources and supports for victims of sexual abuse\nWhat should you do if you think your son or daughter is being sexually abused or assaulted.\nLimited Seating\, Registration Required\nLunch is provided for Philadelphia Residents\nThere is a $15 fee for those living outside of Philadelphia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact ccostello@visionforequality.org or call our Events Line: (267) 702-1601 to register
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/creative-community-living-options-building-awareness-and-capacity-in-response-to-the-sexual-abuse-of-people-with-developmental-disabilities/
LOCATION:Sugar House Casino Event Center\, 1001 N. Delaware Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190611T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190611T160000
DTSTAMP:20190524T144104Z
CREATED:20190524T144104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T144104Z
UID:11176-1560241800-1560268800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Building Community Through Social Capital & Community Participation Supports
DESCRIPTION:This FREE provider training will give you the framework and tools to implement Community Participation Supports (CPS) services\, build your capacity\, and meet your CPS goals. Join us for a great day of learning that includes \n\nSocial Capital – What it is\, how it works\, and ways you can utilize this as a provider;\nLIfeCourse – Overview of the model and tools you can use to apply CPS;\nOpportunity to discuss challenges\, successes\, and strategies for applying CPS.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/building-community-through-social-capital-community-participation-supports/
LOCATION:Butler County Community College Founders Hall\, 107 College Drive\, Butler\, PA\, 16002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190506T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190506T160000
DTSTAMP:20190425T173225Z
CREATED:20190425T173138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T173225Z
UID:11159-1557136800-1557158400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:PA APSE Statewide Day on Employment
DESCRIPTION:At this event participants will learn about ways and methods that promote and harbor job employment and advancement across PA for persons in all communities. Points to cover will include statewide and national updates from ODP\, OVR\, OLTL\, Governor’s Advisory Committee on Employment\, EmploymentFirst Oversight Committee Update and\, updates and collaborative work on the PA APSE Strategic Plan. \n  \nPlease RSVP to Julia Barol at Julia.Barol@Temple.edu
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/pa-apse-statewide-day-on-employment/
LOCATION:PaTTAN Harrisburg\, 6340 Flank Drive\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190426T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190426T160000
DTSTAMP:20190326T201749Z
CREATED:20190211T162035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T201749Z
UID:11005-1556269200-1556294400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Consider Communication: Harrisburg
DESCRIPTION:This opportunity is for direct support providers\, family members\, friends\, agency administrators and anyone interested in the topic. Spend the day exchanging ideas and learning. Some topics that will be covered include building blocks\, conveying info without speech\, and encouraging. We will learn about connecting and talking with the people you support. Together\, we will work to create a practical plan for the people you support.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/consider-communication-harrisburg/
LOCATION:Temple University- Harrisburg\, 234 Strawberry Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190417T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190417T160000
DTSTAMP:20190326T201913Z
CREATED:20190211T161148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T201913Z
UID:11003-1555491600-1555516800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Consider Communication: Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:This opportunity is for direct support providers\, family members\, friends\, agency administrators and anyone interested in the topic. Spend the day exchanging ideas and learning. Some topics that will be covered include building blocks\, conveying info without speech\, and encouraging. We will learn about connecting and talking with the people you support. Together\, we will work to create a practical plan for the people you support.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/consider-communication-pittsburgh/
LOCATION:Community Living And Support Services\, 1400 South Braddock Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190416T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190416T160000
DTSTAMP:20190326T202222Z
CREATED:20190211T160817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T202222Z
UID:11002-1555405200-1555430400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Consider Communication: Erie
DESCRIPTION:This opportunity is for direct support providers\, family members\, friends\, agency administrators and anyone interested in the topic. Spend the day exchanging ideas and learning. Some topics that will be covered include building blocks\, conveying info without speech\, and encouraging. We will learn about connecting and talking with the people you support. Together\, we will work to create a practical plan for the people you support.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/consider-communication-erie/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190408T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190408T160000
DTSTAMP:20190326T202418Z
CREATED:20190211T160258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T202418Z
UID:11000-1554714000-1554739200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Consider Communication: Scranton
DESCRIPTION:This opportunity is for direct support providers\, family members\, friends\, agency administrators and anyone interested in the topic. Spend the day exchanging ideas and learning. Some topics that will be covered include building blocks\, conveying info without speech\, and encouraging. We will learn about connecting and talking with the people you support. Together\, we will work to create a practical plan for the people you support.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/consider-communication-scranton/
LOCATION:University of Scranton\, Jefferson Street\, Scranton\, PA\, 18503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="Temple University Institute On Disabilities":MAILTO:kristy.crocetto@temple.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190405T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190405T160000
DTSTAMP:20190326T202530Z
CREATED:20190211T153956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T202530Z
UID:10998-1554454800-1554480000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Consider Communication: Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:This opportunity is for direct support providers\, family members\, friends\, agency administrators and anyone interested in the topic. Spend the day exchanging ideas and learning. Some topics that will be covered include building blocks\, conveying info without speech\, and encouraging. We will learn about connecting and talking with the people you support. Together\, we will work to create a practical plan for the people you support.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/consider-communication-philadelphia/
LOCATION:Liberty Resources\, Inc\, 112 N 8th St\, Suite 600\, Philidelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="Temple University Institute On Disabilities":MAILTO:kristy.crocetto@temple.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190313T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190315T160000
DTSTAMP:20190109T203230Z
CREATED:20190109T203230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190109T203230Z
UID:10885-1552467600-1552665600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Rep. Dan Miller's 6th Annual Disability & Mental Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:Our free Disability & Mental Health Summit is a one-of-a-kind event in western Pennsylvania that last year brought in over 1\,000 people\, 160 participating organizations\, and offered over 30 hours of free sessions on a variety of disability and mental health topics. We also offered many hours of continuing education credits for teachers\, lawyers\, and social workers. \nThis year we are very proud to continue our partnerships with 21 and Able\, The PEAL Center\, Allegheny Family Network and the Pennsylvania Youth Initiative. \nOn the last day\, we will again feature a legislative panel bringing Representatives\, Senators\, and other elected leaders together to discuss the latest laws and policy changes impacting people with disabilities and mental health diagnoses. \nWe hope you will join us at Beth El Congregation\, 1900 Cochran Road\, Pittsburgh PA 15220!  Click here for program description details.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/rep-dan-millers-6th-annual-disability-mental-health-summit/
LOCATION:Beth El Congregation\, 1900 Cochran Road\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181019T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181019T113000
DTSTAMP:20180926T193834Z
CREATED:20180926T193759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T193834Z
UID:10730-1539941400-1539948600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:It Is All About Your Hearing...
DESCRIPTION:CILCP\, Sonus Hearing Care Professionals\, and Office for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (ODHH) have partnered to host an informative session on Hearing Health & Hearing Resources. The presentations will touch on a variety of topics from prescribes medications to noise exposure and hearing aid resources to assistive technology.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/it-is-all-about-your-hearing/
LOCATION:Center for Independent Living of Central PA\, 207 House Avenue\, Suite 107\, Camp Hill\, PA\, 17011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Independent Living of Central PA":MAILTO:grogers@cilcp.org
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