It’s important for educators, family members, and advocates to support students in making their own choices and becoming more independent. Allowing students to take reasonable risks—like trying new things or facing challenges—can help them grow and fully enjoy their college […]
Join the next workshop as we explore strategies that reduce risk to vulnerable individuals of home related crimes. We will touch on: Physical home security enhancements Technology based security systems Behavioral and social precautions Reducing the risk of fraud and scams […]
How do you get a communication device? Where do you start and what steps are involved? Learn about AAC assessment processes and submitting an insurance request for a speech-generating device. This session will focus on funding options available in Pennsylvania. Each […]
Throughout this virtual training, attendees will: Understand the different forms of transportation available throughout PA Gain knowledge about the history of transportation/accessible travel in PA and recognize the need to continue evolving Understand their rights regarding access to driving training, […]
Free and open to Pennsylvania parents of young children with disabilities and young adults with disabilities. Three Training Modules: January 14 — Module 1: Self-Determination and Models of Disability January 15 — Module 2: Introduction to Inclusion in School and […]
Sponsored by The PEAL Center and the PA Parent and Family Alliance for Overcoming the Social Stigma of Mental Health. Seventy-five percent of mental illness occurs before a person turns 24, but when we think of someone with a mental […]
Attendees will learn about alternatives to guardianship for people with disabilities, as well as about their rights under Act 61 of 2023, Pennsylvania’s newly passed guardianship reform bill. Funding for this training under Disability Rights Pennsylvania’s Ensuring Allegheny County Seniors […]
In this training participants will: Learn to define ableism and the different ways it can occur Explain whom ableism affects, what the effects can be, and learn strategies to cope with ableist comments they may receive or witness Understand why […]
Everyone deserves fair and equitable health care, yet people with disabilities face many barriers to receiving this kind of care. Nearly 35 years after the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protecting and ensuring the rights of people […]
Join the PADDC Tech Champions for an open discussion about internet safety. Share your concerns, ask questions, and exchange ideas to build safer online habits together. Tech Champions is a Pennsylvania program designed to empower people with developmental disabilities to learn […]