Autism Connection of Pennsylvania aims to be a lifeline and hub for families and adults, providing support, information, and advocacy. Autism Connection of Pennsylvania 35 Wilson Street, Suite 103 Pittsburgh, PA 15223 412-781-4116 help@autismofpa.org
Exceptional Parent Magazine provides articles, resources and inspiring stories for the special needs community. It is a print and digital publication with information to help individuals with disabilities of all ages (from infancy to elderly), the families, as well as the educational and healthcare professionals that work with them. The digital version can be read to those with visual impairments with universal access features. Anyone interested can subscribe to EP for Free at www.epmagazine.com and receive the digital magazine version as well as the monthly newsletter for free. The print version is available for purchase.
Access all ODP trainings, resources, events, and communications through their website. You can create your personalized account. Additionally, the website offers access to “Everyday Lives: Values in Actions.” This guide supports ODP as it develops policy and designs programs. Providers of services will use these recommendations to support individuals and their families achieve an everyday life.
A grassroots organization comprised of over 40 local chapters located throughout the state of Pennsylvania and representing over 14,000 members. A part of The Arc of the United States. They focus on advocacy and policy.
In PCHC website you can find resources and trainings intended to enhance access to physical and mental health care seeking to improve health care outcomes for individuals with an Intellectual Disability (ID) and/or Autism.
Affiliated with The Arc of PA and The Arc of the United States, The Arc of Philadelphia works to protect the rights and promote opportunities for children and adults with disabilities by advocating and promoting active citizenship, self-determination, and full inclusion. It also houses, and together they provide services to individuals with disabilities. Through employment, advocacy, community inclusion, and cultural enrichment services, the organization works to ensure that all individuals are included in their community in whatever way they want.
After a self-advocate summit about Community Living was held in 2018, the Autism Self Advocacy Network put together a list of articles and guides that explain some things you need to know if you are interested in Community Living.
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