Speaking for Ourselves is a self-advocacy group. We meet monthly. November 's topic is a discussion about Waivers, led by Jamie C. Ray Leonetti, Deputy Director of Policy Institute on Disability, Temple University. If you would like to attend, please email Suzanne Erb at sfo.suzanne@visionforequality.org The Zoom link will be sent prior to the meeting…
This is a reoccurring meeting- held every Third Thursday of the month. Do you live in Philadelphia and care for a child five years old or younger with an intellectual/developmental disability or autism? Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0oceGgqjIrHNKkCJI4b6xHXBbl8aME5ehq#/registration We want to help support you! Connect with other caregivers who “get it”, learn tips on reducing stress…
This is a gentle form of yoga that can be done while sitting. It can improve your flexibility, concentration and strength, while boosting your mood, and reducing stress and joint strain. Taught by Megan Do Nascimento: She is a Philadelphia native who studied dance at the High School for Creative and Performing Arts and Spanish…
For anyone, life can bring challenges and obstacles in any area. But for caregivers, these frustrations may show up more often, and impact us more intensely and more frequently. Join us virtually as we discuss some of these common frustrating moments, as well as tips on how to turn these moments around so we can…
Waiver Basics, Part 2 Join the PA Family Network in this 2-part workshop to learn how waivers can support your loved one. Target Audience: Families with individuals just entering the system. Address the importance of having a vision of your loved one’s needs to live a good life Basic information of how to register,…