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Understanding Medicaid Home and Community Based Waivers for People with Disabilities April 2, 2024 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Co-hosted with our friends at Achieva Family Trust, this webinar will teach the basics of Pennsylvania’s Medicaid Home & Community- Based[...]

SICC Meet & Greet April 4, 2024 11:30am-12:15pm Zoom This Meet & Greet is designed exclusively for families by families and provides an opportunity to: Connect with other Early Intervention Families Learn more about the State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC)[...]

World Autism Month Miniseries April 4, 2024 – April 25, 2024 – Virtual Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation (CASSI™, formerly known as the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, or CARD) is pleased to host[...]

PA ABLE invites you to attend a special webinar to hear from ABLE state program leaders and Social Security Administration (SSA) experts on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. (EST). PA ABLE encourages you to share this invitation throughout[...]

Taking Control of Your Life Learning Sessions Home & Community Based Services Friday, February 2, 10am-11:30pm Community Participation and Support & Supported Employment Friday, March 1, 10am-11:30am In Home & Community Support & Housing Transition & Tenancy Sustaining Services Friday,[...]

Sensory Friendly Performance of Tuck Everlasting April 6, 2024 @ 1PM Leedy Theater Lebanon Valley College 101 N College Ave, Annville, PA 17003 What can I expect at a sensory friendly performance? Audience lights left low throughout performance Overall sound[...]

Title V Needs and Capacity Assessment Southcentral PA April 9, 2024 @10am The Community Center at Camp Hill Giant 3301 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011 A meal will be provided at each in-person event, and we request that you[...]

Risk Mitigation: Using Collaboration to Mitigate Risks of Autistic Individuals Entering the Justice System April 9, 2024 12pm-1:30pm Zoom Often, when an individual with autism enters the justice system, their support team will feel that nothing could have been done[...]

Families to the Max: PA Statewide Family Network Virtual Family Training Series Join the Families to the MAX (F2MAX), PA’s Statewide Network, for trainings created for families! We’ll discuss special education topics such as Presuming Competence, Access to the General[...]

World Autism Month Miniseries April 4, 2024 – April 25, 2024 – Virtual Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation (CASSI™, formerly known as the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, or CARD) is pleased to host[...]

Kung Fo Panda 4 *Sensory Friendly Showing* Sunday, April 14 – 5:00 PM West Short Theatre 317 Bridge St, New Cumberland, PA Po must train a new warrior when he’s chosen to become the spiritual leader of the Valley of[...]

ODP Policy Team Virtual Office Hours for Individuals and Families April 16, 2024 5:30pm-7pm Zoom ODP is now offering another evening opportunity specifically for individuals and families who want to learn introductory knowledge and have a virtual conversation with ODP’s[...]

The ARC of PA’s Making Employment Work ACRE Basic Certification Training February 7-9, 2024 March 13-15, 2024 April 17-19, 2024 Our ACRE Basic Certification will teach you the essentials of providing quality employment services for people with disabilities. Completing our[...]

In-Person Sexuality and Relationships Training for Professionals Who Work with Youth with Disabilities By the end of this workshop, you will: Gain knowledge about sexuality and specific issues for people with developmental disabilities. Explore your own values and attitudes regarding[...]

World Autism Month Miniseries April 4, 2024 – April 25, 2024 – Virtual Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation (CASSI™, formerly known as the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, or CARD) is pleased to host[...]

Title V Needs and Capacity Assessment Virtual April 18, 2024 @ 12:30pm Microsoft Teams Virtual Meeting Click here to register: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/3fc54cfb-350c-4716-bf3e-d377367a6968@418e2841-0128-4dd5-9b6c-47fc5a9a1bde 2025 Five-Year Needs and Capacity Assessment Prioritization These regional events are an opportunity for parents and caregivers, families with[...]

Empowering Autistic Individuals: The Vital Role of Teaching Skills April 19, 2024 10am-11am Zoom Autistic individuals present with a diverse range of strengths and challenges. As supporters this provides us with a multitude of opportunities to promote and support growth[...]

The Power of Language Empowering your deaf/hard of hearing child with language, literacy and communication. Saturday, April 20, 2024 9AM-12:30PM Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 100 W. Schoolhouse Lane Philadelphia, PA 19144 Free Transition & Resource Fair 12:30PM-3PM Click here[...]

PA ABLE Overview April 22, 2024 10am-11am Zoom Learn from the Department of Treasury how PA ABLE accounts can help the individuals you support. Gain an understanding of who is eligible to open and control an account, how ABLE accounts[...]

Shared Learning Groups- Virtual April 23, 2024 Direct Support Professionals: 1PM-2:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Wp5NlusnTIm86VVnLievfg#/registration Clinical Professionals: 3PM-4:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oCqGrho_TDKtF8IRSXEsIw#/registration April 24, 2024 Families of people with lived experience: 1PM-2:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TQicS1slSduUBYw5Un6f6Q#/registration People[...]

Shared Learning Groups- Virtual April 23, 2024 Direct Support Professionals: 1PM-2:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Wp5NlusnTIm86VVnLievfg#/registration Clinical Professionals: 3PM-4:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oCqGrho_TDKtF8IRSXEsIw#/registration April 24, 2024 Families of people with lived experience: 1PM-2:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TQicS1slSduUBYw5Un6f6Q#/registration People[...]

Shared Learning Groups- Virtual April 23, 2024 Direct Support Professionals: 1PM-2:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Wp5NlusnTIm86VVnLievfg#/registration Clinical Professionals: 3PM-4:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oCqGrho_TDKtF8IRSXEsIw#/registration April 24, 2024 Families of people with lived experience: 1PM-2:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TQicS1slSduUBYw5Un6f6Q#/registration People[...]

Shared Learning Groups- Virtual April 23, 2024 Direct Support Professionals: 1PM-2:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Wp5NlusnTIm86VVnLievfg#/registration Clinical Professionals: 3PM-4:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oCqGrho_TDKtF8IRSXEsIw#/registration April 24, 2024 Families of people with lived experience: 1PM-2:30PM Click here to register: https://nasddds-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TQicS1slSduUBYw5Un6f6Q#/registration People[...]

Special Education & End-Of-The-School-Year Issues Wednesday, April, 24, 2024 @ 6:30PM It is hard to believe the 2023-2024 school year is almost over. Attend this FREE Zoom Webinar and learn more about special education services to help your student achieve[...]

World Autism Month Miniseries April 4, 2024 – April 25, 2024 – Virtual Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation (CASSI™, formerly known as the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, or CARD) is pleased to host[...]

Supporting Autism and Beyond April 26, 2024 10am-11am Zoom This course will dive into looking at the entire person and how to set up interventions based in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), while also looking at the person’s profile of varying[...]

Nurturing Seeds to Grow Strong Families Spring 2024 Virtual Parent Cafe Series March 21,  6p-8p April 26,  12p-2p May 14,  6p-8p Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning invites you to join the[...]

Exploring the Complexities of Autism April 30, 2024 11am-12:30pm Zoom Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder impacting many individuals across demographics and settings. At the core, someone with autism presents with challenges in the areas of social, behavior, and communication.[...]

Gap Adaptive- No Limits Clinics Rolling Green Golf Club 280 N State Road Springfield, PA April 30, 2024 – 5:30pm-7:00pm GAP’s No Limit Clinics are designed to provide an inclusive space for golfers with disabilities, fostering a sense of community[...]

An ongoing monthly meet-up (except for November and December) for parents of children (child or adult-aged) with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Come sit down with other parents in a safe space for informal support and understanding.  Parents can come and[...]