Cities of Inclusion, an initiative of Special Olympics Pennsylvania, is organizing “The 2026 Disability Summit: Envisioning the Future of Disability Inclusion,” a summit designed to celebrate all that has been accomplished over the last 250 years while looking ahead to […]
This is an event for individuals, families, educators and service providers. The theme this year is From Birth Through Adulthood: Championing Persons with Disabilities. This summit will feature a variety of knowledgeable presenters with breakout sessions covering three tracks. These tracks include early […]
Focusing on the belief that meaningful learning happens within everyday moments, this UnConference highlights how connection, reciprocity, inclusion, and opportunities for growth emerge through adult-child interactions. The event is designed to support educators in cultivating early learning classrooms where every […]
Adults who use AAC interact with various staff members across residential, day, and community settings. How do we support and empower the multifaceted team of individuals who work with this population in implementing AAC? This presentation will discuss coaching strategies, […]
Council Meeting 11 AM - 12 PM PADDC Meeting Agenda
Literature suggests stakeholder coaching leads to better outcomes in AAC acquisition, implementation, and use; however, there remains a need for greater supports in AAC service-delivery. Individuals, families, and teams face a shortage of experienced AAC providers and other systemic limitations. […]
Learn about employment resources available to you or someone you support. Join the networking lunch. Talk to businesses that are hiring and local resources that can help. The event is free (includes lunch).
A full-day conference bringing together families, educators, administrators, advocates, service providers, and community partners to explore innovative strategies and practical solutions that support inclusive education and successful outcomes for children and youth with disabilities.
Join the Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP) for a free webinar about upcoming changes coming to Medicare in 2027. Many of these changes affect people with limited incomes and people who have both Medicare and Medicaid (known as dual eligibles). […]
The meeting will feature “Who’s in Control? Community Archives of Self-Determination,” a presentation by Collaborative member Ashten Vassar-Cain exploring the Pennhurst Memorial & Preservation Alliance (PMPA) community archives initiative. A Zoom link will be emailed to the address you registered with, […]