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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250127T130000
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SUMMARY:Less Restrictive Alternatives to Guardianship for Individuals with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION: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 with Disabilities are Not Subject to Abuse\, Neglect or Civil Rights Violations Project was provided by the Serving Seniors in Allegheny County Fund of The Pittsburgh Foundation. This program can be attended in person or virtually using the link provided in your RSVP confirmation email.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/less-restrictive-alternatives-to-guardianship-for-individuals-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Allegheny County Law Library (ACLL)\, 414 Grant Street City/County Building\, Room 921\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars,Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh":MAILTO:info@carnegielibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250116T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241221T163439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T163503Z
UID:14430-1737028800-1737032400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Overcoming the Social Stigma of Mental Health
DESCRIPTION: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 challenge\, we rarely picture a child. Join us to learn more about mental illness and its effects on 1 in 4 people\, including our children. In the session\, attendees will: \n\nLearn facts to dispel myths and misinformation\nLearn how to be an ally to those living with mental health challenges\nUnderstand what mental health recovery means\nLearn about mental health supports available for school-age children both in and out of schools
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/overcoming-the-social-stigma-of-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="The PEAL Center":MAILTO:kking@pealcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250114T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250114T141500
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241123T204426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T204426Z
UID:14420-1736847000-1736864100@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Families Reimagining Inclusive Lives (FRIL) Train-the-Trainer
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to Pennsylvania parents of young children with disabilities and young adults with disabilities. Three Training Modules:\nJanuary 14 — Module 1: Self-Determination and Models of Disability\nJanuary 15 — Module 2: Introduction to Inclusion in School and Community\nJanuary 16 — Module 3: Inclusion Through Life’s Transitions \nTime: 9:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. (Same time each day)
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/families-reimagining-inclusive-lives-fril-train-the-trainer/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Temple University Institute On Disabilities":MAILTO:kristy.crocetto@temple.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250107T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250107T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241221T163736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T163736Z
UID:14431-1736271000-1736274600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:The Roadmap to PA Travel: Discover Your Transportation Rights and Options with the PEAL Youth Team
DESCRIPTION:Throughout this virtual training\, attendees will: \n\nUnderstand the different forms of transportation available throughout PA\nGain knowledge about the history of transportation/accessible travel in PA and recognize the need to continue evolving\nUnderstand their rights regarding access to driving training\, how that relates to IEPs\, and how they can advocate to ensure this right is being honored\nLearn the different stakeholders in accessible travel throughout PA and how to effectively communicate with them\n\n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/the-roadmap-to-pa-travel-discover-your-transportation-rights-and-options-with-the-peal-youth-team/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="PEAL Center Youth Team":MAILTO:info@pealcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241123T202824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T203226Z
UID:14418-1734609600-1734613200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:PA Tech Accelerator Webinar: Finding and Funding AAC
DESCRIPTION: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 AAC webinar is offered at two times: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. and  4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/pa-tech-accelerator-webinar-finding-and-funding-aac/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Temple University Institute On Disabilities":MAILTO:kristy.crocetto@temple.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241212T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241123T202053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T202053Z
UID:14417-1734031800-1734031800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Safety Concerns- Vision for Equality Busts Housing Myths
DESCRIPTION:Join the next workshop as we explore strategies that reduce risk to vulnerable individuals of home related crimes. \nWe will touch on: \n\nPhysical home security enhancements\nTechnology based security systems\nBehavioral and social precautions\nReducing the risk of fraud and scams\nBuilding a support network\nUsing in-home care and service providers safely\nStaying connected to law enforcement
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/addressing-safety-concerns-vision-for-equality-busts-housing-myths/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241211T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241123T201321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T201321Z
UID:14415-1733929200-1733929200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Students to Make Choices and Get Involved on Campus
DESCRIPTION: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 experience. The session will also discuss how to ensure that students with disabilities are included in all aspects of campus life.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/empowering-students-to-make-choices-and-get-involved-on-campus/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Think College National Coordinating Center":MAILTO:sheila.johnson@umb.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240729T222748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T222748Z
UID:14316-1733270400-1733529599@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:20th Annual Homes Within Reach Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Homes Within Reach conference provides an opportunity for housing professionals\, service providers\, tenants\, landlords\, local government\, community builders\, and those passionately committed to ensuring a home for every Pennsylvanian to come together to learn\, connect\, and network.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/20th-annual-homes-within-reach-conference/
LOCATION:The Hershey Lodge\, 325 University Dr.\, Hershey\, PA\, 17033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241120T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241102T131251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T131321Z
UID:14406-1732127400-1732132800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Voices Rising for Justice Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The need for an Offender Registry and Incident Reporting in Pennsylvania will be discussed. From statistics we know that people with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism are much more likely than the general public to be victims of abuse or violence. However few steps are taken to report incidents\, little is done to their perpetrators\, and little to no victim services are offered to the victims\, keeping the atrocities against them invisible and untold.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/voices-rising-for-justice-town-hall-meeting/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241122
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241102T131023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T131023Z
UID:14403-1731974400-1732233599@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Nation Summit: Elevating the Voices of Family Caregivers to Transform Policy
DESCRIPTION:The Caregiver Nation Summit is more than a conference; it’s a catalyst for change on our country’s first-ever National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers. It’s a platform for caregivers\, advocates\, policymakers\, and movement leaders to come together to shape the future of care in our nation’s capital.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/caregiver-nation-summit-elevating-the-voices-of-family-caregivers-to-transform-policy/
LOCATION:Washington Marriot Capital City\, 175 L St NE\, Washington D.C.\, DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241114T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241102T130344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T130344Z
UID:14400-1731609000-1731614400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices to Eliminate the Preschool to Prison Pipeline
DESCRIPTION:The Handprints to Handcuffs Project at Delaware County Advocacy and Resource Organization (DCARO) is hosting this session that will focus on best practices that can interrupt the preschool to prison pipeline.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/best-practices-to-eliminate-the-preschool-to-prison-pipeline/
LOCATION:Delaware County Intermediate Unit Room 156\, 200 Yale Avenue\, Morton\, PA\, 19070\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Family Guide,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241114T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241102T125436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T125436Z
UID:14399-1731578400-1731585600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Maintaining Friendships (For Professionals)
DESCRIPTION:From the True Friendship Project\, this session features guest speakers that include self-advocates\, their friends\, support staff and disability advocates who will share their life experience with long-term friendships and tips on how to maintain them. David Pitonyak– advocate\, author\, consultant and trainer\, will be facilitating the technical assistance aspect of this virtual event for professionals.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/maintaining-friendships-for-professionals/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Values Into Action":MAILTO:authenticfriendships@viapa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241106T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241009T014103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T014103Z
UID:14356-1730916000-1730923200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Maintaining Friendships (Learning Session and Technical Assistance Session)
DESCRIPTION:The True Friendships Project at Values into Action is hosting this event featuring guest speakers that include self-advocates\, their friends\, support staff and disability advocates who will share their life experience with long-term friendships and tips on how to maintain your own! David Pitonyak– advocate\, author\, consultant and trainer\, (whom you may recognize from Open Future Learning modules) will be facilitating the technical assistance aspect of this exciting virtual event.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/maintaining-friendships-learning-session-and-technical-assistance-session/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Values Into Action":MAILTO:authenticfriendships@viapa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241030T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240922T133716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T133743Z
UID:14343-1730289600-1730289600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Communication Partner Instruction: Considerations for Supporting Adults who use AAC
DESCRIPTION: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\, tips and tools for helping teams understand and support individuals who use AAC. \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n1. Discuss 1 or more barriers that exist for communication partners when supporting AAC users \n2. Identify 2 strategies to empower teams in supporting AAC users in home and community settings \n3. List 3 resources available to support communication partners in learning about AAC Zoom captioning will be available. \nTo request reasonable accommodations\, please email tue50065@temple.edu by October 1\, 2024.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/communication-partner-instruction-considerations-for-supporting-adults-who-use-aac/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="TechOWL":MAILTO:TechOWL@temple.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241029T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240914T165012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240914T165012Z
UID:14339-1730203200-1730203200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Civic Participation
DESCRIPTION:Join the PEAL Youth Team for an inspiring presentation that explores the role of civic participation and how it can transform communities and empower individuals. \nWhy Attend?\nDiscover Your Power: Learn how your voice and actions can shape policies and create positive change.\nEngage with Experts: Hear from leaders and advocates who have made a significant impact in civic spaces.\nGet Inspired: Explore real-life stories of young people with disabilities making a difference.\nConnect with Others: Network with peers\, mentors\, and organizations committed to inclusivity and empowerment. \nWho Should Attend?\n-Young people with disabilities\n-Families and caregivers\n-Educators and youth leaders\n-Advocates and community organizers
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/civic-participation/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="PEAL Center Youth Team":MAILTO:info@pealcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241029T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241009T013912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T013912Z
UID:14354-1730199600-1730208600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Empowerment Through Employment
DESCRIPTION:Join Community Options for this storytelling event for advocacy and empowerment through employment. Join in person in Newtown or Pittsburgh\, or virtually. Storytellers with disabilities will share their empowerment journeys as they discuss their personal paths to employment\, the ups and downs\, obstacles and ultimately their increased confidence\, pride and sense of connection.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/empowerment-through-employment/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241024T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20231223T010542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T125309Z
UID:14034-1729767600-1729771200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:October 2024 Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda for October Council Meeting
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/october-2024-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, One North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:PADDC Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241023T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241023T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20241009T013646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T013646Z
UID:14352-1729710000-1729710000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Supported Decision Making Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living’s Supported Decision-Making project to learn about Supported Decision-Making (SDM)\, an empowering and less restrictive alternative to guardianship for individuals with disabilities. The session is designed for people with a disability\, family members\, educators\, and professionals. Discover how Supported Decision-Making allows people to make their own choices with support from a trusted network\, promoting independence and dignity. In this informative session\, you’ll learn: \n\nWhat Supported Decision-Making is and how it differs from guardianship\nThe benefits of Supported Decision-Making for individuals\, families\, and communities\nHow to implement Supported Decision-Making in your own case using resources and toolkits from SDMPA.org
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/supported-decision-making-information-session/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Supported Decision Making PA":MAILTO:info@sdmpa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241022T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240922T133437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T133437Z
UID:14342-1729598400-1729598400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Let's Give 'Em Something To Talk About
DESCRIPTION:You received a funded device for your consumer- now what? Using an AAC device for the first time can be challenging and overwhelming for new AAC users and their teams. A great place to start is giving access to activities to talk about. Learn how to adapt daily activities\, what Assistive Technology exists to help you and how you can DIY things on your own! \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n1. Identify at least 3 tools to help adapt activities \n2. Problem solve how to adapt an activity on your own \n3. Understand how to incorporate AAC into adapted activities Zoom captioning will be available. \nTo request reasonable accommodations\, please email tue50065@temple.edu by October 1\, 2024.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/lets-give-em-something-to-talk-about/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="TechOWL":MAILTO:TechOWL@temple.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241021T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241021T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240829T212955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T212955Z
UID:14329-1729497600-1729524600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:46th Annual Philadelphia Regional Conference on Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:PADDC Council Member Amy Nieves\, MHR\, is the keynote speaker. She is Public Affairs Specialist for the United States Access Board. Prior to her appointment\, she was Executive Director for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities for the city of Philadelphia. Additionally\, Amy is a Council Member for the PA Developmental Disabilities Council and PA Statewide Independent Living Council. The title of her Presentation is “See Me\, See My Future”. As a community partner and person with lived experience in poverty\, addiction recovery and disability\, she knows full well what it is to be underestimated and unseen; yet she also knows what it looks like to keep going. Through this presentation she desires to lift the power of a strong vision and high expectations so that all can envision life on their terms and challenge us all to work collaboratively to reduce and eliminate barriers towards an accessible\, inclusive\, and equitable future.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/46th-annual-philadelphia-regional-conference-on-developmental-disabilities/
LOCATION:2716 South Street\, 2716 South Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19146\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241019T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240914T164740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240914T164740Z
UID:14338-1729328400-1729364400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:PEAC’s Eastern PA Annual Inclusion Conference
DESCRIPTION:The PEAC Inclusion Conferences is for parents\, administrators\, educators\, service providers\, families\, students who have disabilities\, and their peers.  PEAC holds annual conferences focusing exclusively on inclusive special education in Eastern Pennsylvania. They feature both nationally-recognized special education speakers and local experts. IEP teams are encouraged to attend as a group.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/peacs-eastern-pa-annual-inclusion-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="Pennsylvania's Education For All Coalition%2C Inc. (PEAC)":MAILTO:info@paedforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241016T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240922T133151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T133151Z
UID:14341-1729080000-1729080000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Cultural and Linguistic Considerations for AAC
DESCRIPTION:Learn about elements of AAC systems that should be taken into consideration when working with clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Additionally\, this presentation will briefly discuss how to program and integrate AAC systems so that they are reflective of the individual user and the user’s community. \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n1. Understand why cultural competence is important when working with individuals who use AAC devices. \n2. Identify at least three ways to center the user’s identity when programming an AAC device. \n3. Identify and acknowledge clinical limitations of cultural and linguistic considerations when working with AAC users. Zoom captioning will be available. \nTo request reasonable accommodations\, please email tue50065@temple.edu by October 1\, 2024.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/cultural-and-linguistic-considerations-for-aac/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="TechOWL":MAILTO:TechOWL@temple.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241010T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240817T145238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240817T145238Z
UID:14327-1728550800-1728576000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Employment Symposium & Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Employment Symposium and Job Fair! Join us for a day filled with opportunities! This conference is for employers\, business owners\, people with disabilities\, their family members\, and everyone interested in competitive integrated employment. Meet with community organizations sharing resources on supports and services\, attend an afternoon job fair to meet employers and interview for a new job\, and have the opportunity to hear from the following presenters: \nOffice of Developmental Programs \nOffice of Vocational Rehabilitation \nACHIEVA \nPA Family Network \nPA ABLE \nAND MORE! \nConference/presentations 9-4p\, with lunch provided \nJob fair 1:30-3:30
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/employment-symposium-job-fair/
LOCATION:Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey\, 4650 Lindle Rd\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17111
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241008T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240922T132618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T132840Z
UID:14340-1728388800-1728388800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Unconventional AAC: Supporting Vocabulary Access for Swearing\, Slang\, & Sexuality
DESCRIPTION:Let’s shift the mindset around explicit language and AAC! Learn how supporting access to explicit and taboo language/concepts impacts an AAC user’s autonomy in communication. Examples of target vocabulary for each life stage\, along with AAC programming considerations and implementation strategies will be provided. \nDisclaimer: This presentation will discuss explicit language\, sexual health terminology\, and abuse. \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n1. Recommend 3 or more examples of taboo words/concepts to include in AAC systems/devices for each life-stage \n2. Describe at least 2 strategies to support learning/use of taboo words/concepts in AAC implementation \n3. Develop at least 2 rationales to support access to sexual health\, intimacy\, and/or relationship vocabulary for AAC users Zoom captioning will be available. \nTo request reasonable accommodations\, please email tue50065@temple.edu by October 1\, 2024.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/unconventional-aac-supporting-vocabulary-access-for-swearing-slang-sexuality/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="TechOWL":MAILTO:TechOWL@temple.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240912T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240829T213742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T213840Z
UID:14333-1726135200-1726182000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:IEP Walk Through
DESCRIPTION:The Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania will take you through each section of the IEP and discuss all important information that should be included.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/iep-walk-through/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania":MAILTO:mcolville@thearcnepa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240622T173354Z
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SUMMARY:The History of Human Services
DESCRIPTION:Using about six hundred images\, this two-part presentation documents how major human service concepts and practices developed over time\, from ancient informal\, voluntary\, unpaid personal helping forms to the largely commercialized patterns that we see today. Illustrations of human service settings\, of service practices\, and of works of art are used to show what the service patterns and assumptions were at a given time\, and how and why they changed.\n\nThis workshop is therefore relevant to everyone who plans or provides or works in service of any kind to any population\, whether such service is formal and organized or informal. This includes: family members\, members of circles of support\, advocates\, direct service workers\, clinicians\, service funders\, board members\, managers\, agency executive directors\, administrators\, policy-makers\, and analysts.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/the-history-of-human-services-2/
LOCATION:Heinz History Center\, 1212 Smallman St.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240911T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240911T170000
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SUMMARY:The History of Human Services
DESCRIPTION:Using about six hundred images\, this two-part presentation documents how major human service concepts and practices developed over time\, from ancient informal\, voluntary\, unpaid personal helping forms to the largely commercialized patterns that we see today. Illustrations of human service settings\, of service practices\, and of works of art are used to show what the service patterns and assumptions were at a given time\, and how and why they changed.\n\nThis workshop is therefore relevant to everyone who plans or provides or works in service of any kind to any population\, whether such service is formal and organized or informal. This includes: family members\, members of circles of support\, advocates\, direct service workers\, clinicians\, service funders\, board members\, managers\, agency executive directors\, administrators\, policy-makers\, and analysts.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/the-history-of-human-services/
LOCATION:Heinz History Center\, 1212 Smallman St.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240828T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240817T144759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240817T144759Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Rights and Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:All are invited! There will be food trucks and resource tables. Speak with disability support organizations\, learn about disability history and rights. And you can register to vote. Stop and take a photo with the Caravan for Disability Freedom and Justice 2024 which is on its national tour.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/disability-rights-and-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Soldier’s & Sailor’s Grove\, 531-559 Commonwealth Avenue\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17120\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Family Guide,Outing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240824T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240729T222508Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Pride Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:Come to the 3rd annual Disability Pride Pittsburgh celebration at Schenley Plaza! It will be a day filled with live entertainment\, great resources\, free swag\, fun accessible games by the Ryan Shazier Fund\, a sensory friendly room at Carnegie Library\, guest speakers and community. The event has ASL interpretation for stage performances\, ADA accessible toilets\, shaded areas\, and water to stay hydrated. Masks are encouraged. Register for a chance to win some great gifts.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/disability-pride-pittsburgh-3/
LOCATION:Schenley Plaza\, 4100 Forbes Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15260\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Family Guide,Outing
ORGANIZER;CN="Disability Pride PA":MAILTO:Info@DisabilityPridePA.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240810T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240810T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094924
CREATED:20240729T222310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T222310Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Pride 'CIL'ebration Williamsport
DESCRIPTION:Come to Williamsport for the 1st Annual Disability Pride ‘CIL’ebration with the Roads to Freedom Center for Independent Living. An event for the whole community with live music\, food trucks\, arts\, sensory friendly spaces\, fun activities\, and more.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/disability-pride-cilebration-williamsport/
LOCATION:24 East 3rd Street\, 24 East 3rd Street\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Family Guide,Outing
ORGANIZER;CN="Disability Pride PA":MAILTO:Info@DisabilityPridePA.org
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