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WEST CHESTER, PA — At a time when social isolation is a growing problem, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has announced the expansion of Adaptive Programs. Adaptive Programs feature …
Unleashing Possibilities: YMCA Expands Adaptive Programs for Children and Adults with Developmental Delays and Disabilities Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry’s (L&I) Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) recently announced a significant federal grant that will enhance pre-employment transition services for students with …
Shapiro Administration Launches $9.9 Million Project to Support Students with Disabilities Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently released the latest issue of the Positive Approaches Journal, which aims to provide the most recent research and resources for …
PA Department of Human Services Releases New Research on Supporting People With Intellectual Disabilities, Autism Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently released the latest issue of the Positive Approaches Journal, which aims to provide the most recent research and resources for …
Positive Approaches Journal: Breaking Down the Stigma of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities in Pennsylvania Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — Experts from around the state, as well as self-advocates, offered insights and suggestions for improving behavioral health, mental health and the lives of people – particularly students – …
10th Annual Disability and Mental Health Summit Sheds Light on Areas for Improvement in Pennsylvania Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) this week announced the launch of the Pennsylvania Autism Surveillance Project (PASP) during Autism Acceptance Month. PASP is a cross-agency collaboration …
DHS Launches the Groundbreaking Pennsylvania Autism Surveillance Project Read More
On Friday, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced three bills to make education more accessible to students with disabilities and help ensure their safety at school. These policies would make …
Senator Casey Introduces New Bills for Education Accessibility Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently released the latest issue of the Positive Approaches JournalOpens In A New Window, which aims to provide the most recent …
Latest Edition of Positive Approaches Journal Now Available Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) Achieve program recently passed its annual licensing inspection at its location in the Mill Town Shopping Center. It was the first …
CCIU Achieve Program Passes Licensing Inspection Read More
SCRANTON, PA — On Friday, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced a settlement with Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, under Title II of the Americans with …
Lycoming County Settles Accessibility Claims Under Title II of the ADA Read More