Fall 2008
Spector To Hold August Town Hall Meetings
Throughout the Commonwealth
- U.S. Senator Arlen Specter will visit many regions of Pennsylvania during the U.S. Senate’s August
recess. His visits will include Open House Town Meetings in which constituents are invited to discuss
issues important to the region, the state, and the nation. Senator Specter will address the audience briefly
and devote the remainder of the hour to responding to residents’ questions and concerns.
- CLICK HERE for dates, times and locations.
Assistive Technology – What Is Important to You?
- The Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania recently circulated its new priorities for fiscal years 2009 – 2011 (attached). We are now planning the implementation of these priorities. As we develop our plan to carry out our assistive technology priorities for fiscal year 2009, we would like to know about the assistive technology issues that are important to you.
- CLICK HERE to read more
- CLICK HERE to read attachment
Bridging the Gap - Disabilities Symposium - September 12, 2008
- State Senator Shirley M. Kitchen and P.E.A.C.E. are proud to present Bridging the Gap: A Disabilities Symposium, on Friday, September 12
- Learn about the myriad resources available to people with disabilities.
- Location: Triumph Baptist Church, Philadelphia PA
- Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 noon.
- CLICK HERE for more information
Autism Sharing and Parenting Meetings - September 13 & 17, 2008
- Significant changes in regulations include timeline for evaluations, behavioral interventions standards,
designations in level of services, caseload size, transition planning and much more! Learn how these
changes affect children on the autism spectrum in parent friendly terms. Additionally, the structure of the
School District of Philadelphia has also seen drastic changes. Learn about this new structure and District
plans for 2008/09 School Year.
- For registration and more information: CLICK HERE
Broadcast: "Innovative Employer Caregiving Programs"
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When: September 17, 2008, 1:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)
- EMPLOYERS looking to expand or create services and programs to support your employed caregivers
- CAREGIVERS working full or part-time and caring for a loved one
- ORGANIZATIONS providing caregiver services
- Live Q&A Session with presenters after the broadcast airs. Please register to access this information
- CLICK HERE for more inforamtion.
Access to Dental Care for
People with Developmental
Disabilities in the
Asian Community - September 17, 2008
- People with developmental disabilities in Pennsylvania often
have difficulty getting access to dental care.
The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council and
the FISA Foundation have funded a project to explore some
of the reasons why it can be so difficult-and whether some
specific communities may have more difficulty or experience
different barriers than others.
- We are specifically looking for Asian people with disabilities
who were raised in an Asian home. Family members can
also accompany or represent for participants.
- Space is limited! Please call:
Mary Hartley 1-888-272-7229 extension 569 to sign up.
- For more information: CLICK HERE
Access to Dental Care for
People with Disabilities in the
African American Community - September 18, 2008
- People with disabilities in Pennsylvania often have difficulty
getting access to dental care.
The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council and
the FISA Foundation have funded a project to explore some
of the reasons why it can be so difficult-and whether some
specific communities may have more difficulty or experience
different barriers than others.
- We're holding a series of focus groups and are looking for
adults and/or family members to participate. We are
interested in speaking with representatives from a variety of
developmental disabilities.
- Participants will receive $25. stipend for participating in the
focus group and a light meal.
- Space is limited; please RSVP by calling Mary Hartley 888-272-7229 x569 or email mhartley@achieva.info
- For more inforamation, CLICK HERE
PCHC 3rd Annual Stay Healthy Fair - September 19, 2008
- A fun & fitness fair for the
individuals we support and their caregivers!
- Some of the exhibitors include:
National Massage Therapy Institute
American Red Cross
Special Touch Dentistry
THERAPLAY Inc.
- For more information: CLICK HERE
2008 Building Bridges (Aging/Mental Retardation Cross Systems)Conference - September 23-24, 2008
- The 2008 Building Bridges Conference is designed for people who are part of
the Aging Network and the Mental Retardation System. The Conference will
help participants:
- Identify programs and models of care which are intended to improve the quality
of life of older persons with mental retardation;
- Identify the challenges faced by older persons with mental retardation;
- Recognize alternative programs and models of care;
- Utilize resources and ideas presented to enhance their work with older persons
with mental retardation;
- Cite aspects of physical change with aging.
- For registration and more information: CLICK HERE
Resilience Conference - September 26, 2008
- Free Event on Children's Behavioral Health sponsored by Behavioral Health Training Education Network,Drexel University College of Medicine and Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Mental Retardation Services.
- Location: Philadelphia - Marriott Hotel, 12th & Market Streets
Training Opportunity - Learn about Government Benefits for Persons under 21 September 26, 2008
3rd Annual Parent Appreciation Day - September 27, 2008
- The 3rd Annual Parent Appreciation Day will be held on Saturday,
September 27th from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 440 North Broad Street.
This event lets parents and caregivers know (at the beginning of the
school year) that the District welcomes their participation. It is also
a venue to provide information, via workshops and research tables, about
the many free and low-cost services our office and other community
organizations provide. Participants will be treated to free food
(breakfast and lunch), free prizes, and free giveaways! Make plans to
attend.
Quibila A. Divine
Office of Public Engagement
The School District of Philadelphia
440 North Broad Street, Room 102
Philadelphia, PA 19130
215-400-6443
215-400-4041 (fax)
qadivine@phila.k12.pa.us
Fall 2008 Transition Workshops: Wednesday evenings, Oct. 1 through Nov. 19, 2008
7:00 to 8:30 at Gwynedd Mercy College
- Eight (8) Workshops for parents/caregivers of students with intellectual disabilities.
Parents must be proactive in planning their teenagers' transition from special education to adult life
in the community, taking the lead in developing person-centered, empowered Transition IEP goals
and life plans. These workshops are coordinated by Jennifer Graham, founder of onTRACK
Transition Advisors.
- For more information: CLICK HERE
DASH Workshops on Fundraising
- Fundraising 101
- A plain English overview of fundraising for disability advocacy groups/organizations, including annual giving, special events, grants - both foundation and government, major gifts and planned giving.
- Strategic Planning
- Understand the importance of having a clear mission and vision for your organization. Learn how to prepare an action plan with overarching goals and measureable objectives, as well as an effective strategy with target dates.
- Workshops are provided by the Disability Advocacy Support Hub (a project of the Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania) and are funded by the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council
- CLICK HERE for Dates and Registration Information
Mothers, Fathers & Caregivers Symposium - November 7, 2008
- Free Event on Children's Behavioral Health sponsored by Behavioral Health Training Education Network,Drexel University College of Medicine and Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Mental Retardation Services.
- Location: Philadelphia - Doubletree Hotell, Broad & Locust Streets
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