The Arc of Pennsylvania

Family Caregivers are all around us! Take the challenge, and find a way to recognize, assist, include, support, and engage one today! #NFCMonth

Check out this amazing documentary on inclusive employment and individuals with disabilities who are breaking stigmas every day! https://bit.ly/32izeKn

"Medicaid officials are encouraging states to accelerate efforts to rebalance long-term care offerings for people with disabilities to favor home- and community-based services over institutions." https://bit.ly/2U3NFNy

This November let’s highlight innovative Assistive Technology which enables individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be more independent! #AssistiveTechnologyAwareness

Often, the needs of family caregivers are overlooked. We asked Lisa what she needs to continue to be a caregiver for her son. #NCFMonth

Welcome to the ECE Recap where you can find the most recent and important information from the Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL). Go Here: https://conta.cc/364gZJx

Don't forget!! ELECTION HOTLINE - 800-692-7443 ---- Disability Rights Pennsylvania will operate an email and telephone hotline to provide voter assistance... to persons with disabilities in Pennsylvania. TODAY, DRP will staff the Election Day hotline from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm for any issues related to the vote for Pennsylvanians with disabilities. Email DRP at [email protected] or call 800-692-7443 See more

Whether you voted via mail or are going to vote in person, let your voice be heard and vote! #PADisabilityVotesMatter2020

The Bureau of Early Intervention Services and Family Supports is happy to announce that registration is open for our next Family Information Session: Taking Care of Ourselves and Our Children During the Pandemic This session is designed by families for families of children receiving EI services and/or Home Visiting and Family Supports. We are asking that EI professionals not register for this session, the content is designed families who are currently parenting a child rece...iving Early Intervention or Family Support Services. Two virtual sessions will be offered on Nov. 10, 2020 1-2:30 pm and 6:30-8:00 pm. Register: www.surveymonkey.com/r/N25TBB8

It’s almost November! Stay tuned as we highlight Family Caregivers across Pennsylvania throughout the month of November! #NFCMonth

New MyODP Podcast: A Life That is Truly Excellent - Finding Purpose and Meaning Finding your purpose or meaning does not just happen by chance. It takes action and perseverance to find that thing or things that make you passionate and move you. Having that higher purpose or meaning is important to anyone's overall well-being. We will discuss ways that you can help the people you support find their purpose or meaning. Listen Here: https://bit.ly/3kUx0YA

Meet Stephen and Nick from Sheetz Inc. and hear all about how they are working to create employment opportunities for people with disabilities. We want people to have careers, not jobs Nick Ruffner, Manager Public Relations Sheetz https://bit.ly/37PinCt

Pennsylvania Leaders Recognized at The Arc's National Convention Pennsylvania was well represented at the 2020 National UnConventional Convention of The Arc of the United States. The entire convention was held virtually. Here are the Pennsylvania leaders recognized at this year's annual convention. Full PDF Here: https://bit.ly/2HOk1cJ