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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has published the latest issue of the Positive Approaches Journal. This edition provides recent research aimed at assisting people with …
Pennsylvania DHS Releases New Research on Trauma-Informed Care for Disabilities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) has unveiled a crucial safety tool aimed at fostering safer interactions between law enforcement officers and individuals with autism. This initiative involves …
Pennsylvania State Police Launch Safety Initiative for Individuals with Autism Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, a significant roundtable discussion at Keystone Human Services unfolded as Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh met with advocates, families, caregivers, and …
Pennsylvania Proposes Historic Budget to Transform Care for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) is making significant changes to its disability determination process, aiming to modernize and improve how disability benefits are assessed. The agency administers …
Social Security Updates Disability Determination Process Read More
MANSFIELD, PA — On Friday, Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Special Olympics Pennsylvania promoted the PA ABLE Savings Program ahead of the Tioga County Special Olympics’ Track and Field Meet at …
PA ABLE Savings Program Promoted at Tioga County Special Olympics Event Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is making waves across Chester County with the expansion of its BumbleBee Day Camp. This unique program, designed specifically for …
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Breaks Barriers with BumbleBee Day Camp Expansion Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A group of U.S. Senators, led by Committee Chairman Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), penned a detailed letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Minority Leader …
U.S. Senate’s Digital Accessibility – A Priority or Precept? Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Lately, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has taken an extraordinary step towards ensuring better everyday life for individuals grappling with challenges such as mental health …
Aging Gracefully in the Face of Intellectual Disabilities and Autism: A Roadmap for Pennsylvania Read More
Advocate Nancy Murray praises Governor Shapiro’s historic funding increase for urgently needed services for individuals with disabilities in Pennsylvania, emphasizing the importance of fair wages for direct support professionals.
Governor Shapiro’s Budget is a Lifeline for Families and Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a bid to fortify the civil rights of students with disabilities, the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has launched four new resources. These …
Education Department Rolls Out Resources to Safeguard Rights of Students with Disabilities Read More