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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Workers with disabilities will have expanded access to financial planning tools and career guidance under an updated federal resource designed to support long-term economic independence.
New Federal Toolkit Aims to Boost Financial Independence for Disabled Workers Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — More than 600 students, educators, and community members gathered in Cambria County for an autism awareness event as state officials highlight expanded efforts to support individuals with …
600 Gather for Autism Walk as State Pushes Workforce Support Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvanians with disabilities and autism will see expanded legal protections and representation in state government following three executive orders signed Wednesday by Governor Josh Shapiro.
Shapiro Orders Expand Protections for Disabled Residents Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Thousands more Pennsylvanians with intellectual disabilities and autism are gaining access to services as the state reduces its adult emergency waiting list by 31 percent and proposes …
Pa. Cuts Disability Waitlist 31%, Plans Further Expansion Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Visitors with intellectual or physical disabilities now have access to a specialized accessible restroom at the Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex, a new facility designed to better accommodate …
New Accessible Restroom Opens at Pa. Capitol Complex Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County Government has launched a redesigned version of its official website, chesco.org, aimed at improving navigation, streamlining searches, and enhancing usability on mobile devices and …
Chester County Unveils Refreshed Website to Improve Accessibility and Engagement Read More
EXTON, PA — The Chester County community gathered on Saturday, April 26, at Exton Park Trailhead along the Chester Valley Trail to celebrate trails and champion accessibility during the annual …
Chester County Hosts Celebrate Trails Day Focused on Accessibility Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) marked World Autism Awareness Day with a large-scale countywide celebration, emphasizing the achievements and contributions of students with autism while promoting …
Chester County Schools Lead the Charge for Autism Awareness with Peer Support Initiative Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania and the Education Law Center-PA have issued a firm response to a U.S. Department of Education warning, which suggested schools …
ACLU, Education Law Center Push Back Against Federal Threat to Diversity Programs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is raising the bar on accessibility for its residents. The Department of Revenue has announced new Spanish-language resources designed to help eligible applicants apply for rebates …
Unlock Bigger Rebates and New Opportunities—Pennsylvania’s Move to Support Spanish-Speaking Communities! Read More