Vision For Equality

Chair Dance Cardio - Bi-weekly Wellness Series
2025-06-30 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-23 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-02 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual, PA, United States
This weekly, virtual, Chair Dance Cardio class is meant to be a whole-body workout that’s actually fun! It’s good for your heart and it will get your body moving to your favorite songs. Taught by Megan Do Nascimento: She is a Philadelphia native who studied dance at the High School for Creative and Performing Arts and Spanish at Temple University. She first practiced yoga while undergoing treatment for breast cancer six years ago. Yoga became a safe space that allowed Megan to disconnect from treatment and feel power. She completed her 200-hour teacher training at Hot Box Yoga in Manayunk

Topic: Vision for Equality Chair Yoga and Dance Cardio
Time: 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Email Carol Costello at ccostello@visionforequality.org for the Zoom link. You can also call 267-702-1601 and leave a message.
Every week on Thu, Mon, until June 30, 2025

Chair Yoga Bi-weekly Wellness Series
2025-06-26 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-05 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual, PA, United States
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 at Temple University. She first practiced yoga while undergoing treatment for breast cancer six years ago. Yoga became a safe space that allowed Megan to disconnect from treatment and feel power. She completed her 200-hour teacher training at Hot Box Yoga in Manayunk.
Topic: Vision for Equality Chair Yoga and Dance Cardio
Time: 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Every week

Transitions Through the Lifespan
2025-06-26 14:00 - 16:00
Transitions Through the Lifespan
Join PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to…

Obtain information and identify services, supports, and resources
Utilize the LifeCourse Framework to plan for transitions in early childhood, school age, high school, adulthood, aging, and through medical transitions

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/UPvbdCBcS02xnDKklpNuZw

Peace of Mind Long-Term Planning
2025-06-25 18:30 - 20:30
Peace of Mind, Long-term Planning
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to…

Get information and strategies on handling Long Term Planning*

Identify services/supports so you and your loved one can live a good life

*We cannot offer legal or financial advice
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/KmCpj-5PRImeEG_gD64gqA

Philladelphia Caregiver Support Group for all Caregivers- Fourth Tuesday
2025-06-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, PA, United States
We have a safe place for you to connect with other caregivers who understand the things you are dealing with and find the support you need as a caregiver. A place to connect with others to talk about stress, self-care, family dynamics, and more.

For more information- Contact Program Manager: Chou Hallegra challegra@visionforequality.org

Register Here- https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrfu-sqTwjGNVCEzYSndtg2oqd25HtUsMS#/registration

Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve - Part 2
2025-06-23 10:00 - 11:30
Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve – Part 2
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive 2-part workshop to…

Identify service/supports so your loved one can live an Everyday Life
Learn to use the LifeCourse framework and tools to plan for your future!

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/LSeVF7MyStGTJ_2BqxK_Cw

Philadelphia Caregiver Support Group, Birth- Five (Third Thursday)
2025-06-19 10:00 - 11:00
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 and taking care of yourself as a caregiver.
For more information- Contact Program Manager: Chou Hallegra Phone: 215-923-3349 ext. 203, challegra@visionforequality.org

Advanced Waiver, Part 2
2025-06-18 18:30 - 20:30
Advanced Waiver, Part 2
Join the PA Family Network Advisors in this 2-part workshop which will expand in more detail what was presented in the Waiver Basics Workshops and how waivers can support your loved one.

Learn more about the various services defined under waivers and some of their limits, requirements, and options
Guide participants on researching waivers, utilizing resources and understanding your rights and responsibilities
Discussion of the various waiver document Appendices, Due Process, Fair Hearing and More

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/IqATELQgTAePjxYn36LZVQ

Usar LifeCourse para planificar y resolución de problemas, Parte 2 (Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve, Part 2 - Spanish)
2025-06-18 11:00 - 12:30
Usa LifeCourse para la planificación y solución de problemas, Parte 2
Únete a PA Family Network en este taller interactivo para…
– Identificar servicios/apoyos para que tu ser querido viva una vida cotidiana
– Aprender a utilizar el marco y herramientas de LifeCourse para planificar su futuro!
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/GTPc_l4PTZ6U8B-Cw1ommA

Advanced Waiver, Part 1
2025-06-17 18:30 - 20:30
Advanced Waiver, Part 1
Join the PA Family Network Advisors in this 2-part workshop which will expand in more detail what was presented in the Waiver Basics Workshops and how waivers can support your loved one.

Learn more about the various services defined under waivers and some of their limits, requirements, and options
Guide participants on researching waivers, utilizing resources and understanding your rights and responsibilities
Discussion of the various waiver document Appendices, Due Process, Fair Hearing and More

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/9ci_SturT620XlQZUjmANw

Caregiver Support Group
2025-06-16 18:30 - 20:00
Caregiver Support Group
We have a safe place, meeting EACH MONTH, for you to connect with other caregivers who understand the things you are dealing with and find the support you need as a caregiver.

In this support group, we talk about stress, self-care, family dynamics, and more.
We want to care for you as you care for your loved one(s).
The last twenty (20) minutes of the meeting will focus on relaxation techniques and your loved ones are welcomed to join us at that time.

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/l_ywo4stQAutIclXheJISA

Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve - Part 1
2025-06-16 10:00 - 11:30
Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve – Part 1
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive 2-part workshop to…

Identify service/supports so your loved one can live an Everyday Life
Learn to use the LifeCourse framework and tools to plan for your future!

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/f7VzyTa8Rc6bZw58aYoaSA

Waiver Basics, Part 2
2025-06-12 12:00 - 14:00
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, apply, and access waiver services
Individual Supports Plan (ISP) Basics

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/u1MKA84yTIaxo6evGje4ig

Speaking for Ourselves Monthly Meeting
2025-06-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual, PA, United States
Speaking for Ourselves is independent grassroots, self-help/self-advocacy organization run by people with developmental disabilities.

We meet monthly to support and help each other live better lives.
We are all learning together to speak up and share with each other.
We are learning about our rights and how to speak up for ourselves and take charge of our lives.
We make new friends and work on projects together.
Come join us to meet new friends and learn how to be a self-advocate.

Meetings are the First Monday of the month at 6:00pm, with the exception of June.
For June, the meeting will be on June 11th at 1:00pm.
Meetings are Via zoom.

Please email Suzanne Erb to attend: suzerb1@icloud.com

Usar LifeCourse para planificar y resolución de problemas, Parte 1 (Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve, Part 1 - Spanish)
2025-06-11 11:00 - 12:30
Usa LifeCourse para la planificación y solución de problemas, Parte 1
Únete a PA Family Network en este taller interactivo para…
– Identificar servicios/apoyos para que tu ser querido viva una vida cotidiana
– Aprender a utilizar el marco y herramientas de LifeCourse para planificar su futuro!
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/N1eAnYYRQ7Ku3kVb5-k8_A

Philadelphia Area Support Group for All Caregivers- Second Tuesday
2025-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, PA, United States
We have a safe place for you to connect with other caregivers who understand the things you are dealing with and find the support you need as a caregiver. A place to connect with others to talk about stress, self-care, family dynamics, and more.

For more information- Contact Program Manager: Chou Hallegra challegra@visionforequality.org

Register Here- https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkd-CqqjsuHdLCuDKB0zaDR75ronxbnARW

Waiver Basics, Part 1
2025-06-10 12:00 - 14:00
Waiver Basics, Part 1
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, apply, and access waiver services
Individual Supports Plan (ISP) Basics

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/Xb7nRUqiS7am28vkUvV5eg

Peace of Mind Long-Term Planning - Siblings
2025-06-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual, PA, United States
Join the PA Family Network Sibling Advisors in this interactive workshop to:

Network and meet other adult siblings
Get information and strategies on handling Long Term Planning*
Identify services/supports so you and your loved one can live a good life

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/JXVb9rcRTLWIqHKwwk5ThA

Caregiver Support Group
2025-06-04 14:30 - 16:00
Caregiver Support Group
We have a safe place, meeting EACH MONTH, for you to connect with other caregivers who understand the things you are dealing with and find the support you need as a caregiver.

In this support group, we talk about stress, self-care, family dynamics, and more.
We want to care for you as you care for your loved one(s).
The last twenty (20) minutes of the meeting will focus on relaxation techniques and your loved ones are welcomed to join us at that time.

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/D38qFSNYQO65HNuYH28mGA

Philadelphia Caregiver Support Group, Birth- Five (First Tuesday)
2025-06-03 18:30 - 19:30
This is a recurring meeting, held the First Tuesday of each 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/3IpX_WKzSem27uRGKBYKcg#/registration
We want to help support you!

Connect with other caregivers who “get it”, learn tips on reducing stress and taking care of yourself as a caregiver.
For more information- Contact Program Manager: Chou Hallegra Phone: 215-923-3349 ext. 203, challegra@visionforequality.org

Caring for Yourself Without Feeling Selfish
2025-05-29 18:30 - 19:30
As family caregivers, we often receive messages that we should only focus on our caregiving responsibilities. Therefore, if a caregiver yearns for more for themselves, they can be labeled as selfish. As we receive these messages directly or indirectly, we can begin to feel that these views must be true – but they are not! Join us as we discuss these false accusations and share suggestions on how you can take care of yourself while caregiving – without feeling selfish. This workshop will be offered twice, but you only need to register once. All who register will receive the recording and a copy of the presentation.
Wednesday 5/21, 6:30 – 7:30 PM: bit.ly/42XUUuI
Thursday 5/29, 6:30 – 7:30 PM: bit.ly/3GzgCfR

Preventing Burnout Through Boundary Setting
2025-05-28 11:00
Being a caregiver for our loved ones can be gratifying, but also exhausting and frustrating at times. In some cases, that exhaustion and frustration – which may lead to symptoms of burnout – are caused by lack of boundaries. Join us, as we discuss how we take care of ourselves as caregivers by setting personal boundaries that would help us prevent burnout. This workshop will be offered twice, but you only need to register once. All who register will receive the recording and a copy of the presentation.

Monday 5/19 @ 6:30 – 7:30 PM: bit.ly/4ixlVdg
Wednesday 5/28 @ 10 – 11 AM: bit.ly/4lIBx0i
