Vision For Equality

Exploring Possibilities and Setting Expectations for the Future, POSTPONED
2022-10-20 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-19 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-18 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-17 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-16 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-15 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-14 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-13 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | PA, United States
UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, we must postpone our October 10th Webinar. Please watch our Facebook page for more updates and details on a new date.
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Join us for a Peer-to-Peer interactive workshop by and for people with disabilities and their families to:

Discuss how high expectations can open new opportunities
Develop strategies to see how new possibilities can help you and your loved ones prepare for the future
Identify supports you are your loved one would need to live as independently as possible

October 10th
12pm and 6:30pm
Register here- pafamilynetwork.org/Exploring

Transitions Through the Lifespan
2022-10-18 18:00 - 20:00 | PA, United States
Achieve your vision at any stage of life!
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive 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 Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Click the link to register-pafamilynetwork.org/Transitions

Reasonable accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance. For more information: https://www.visionforequality.org/programs/pa-family-network/ or 1-844-PAFAMILY
The PA Family Network is a program of Vision for Equality and funded through the Pa Office of Developmental Programs

Know Your Voting Rights
2022-10-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, PA, United States
Join Temple University Institute on Disabilities this October 17, 2022 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. on Zoom for “Know Your Voting Rights!” featuring:
Two panels for this event:

12:00-1:00 Rights and Responsibilities
1:00-2:00 Lived experience at the polls

Registrants have access to both panels.
Note that ASL and CART will be provided. This event will be recorded and the recording/transcript will be available at a later date.
This event is part of the Institute on Disabilities Mini Course Lecture Series.
Questions? Need more information? Email: iod@temple.edu
Register Here

Peace of Mind: Long Term Planning for Siblings
2022-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 | PA, United States
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to:

Plan and problem solve for your sibling(s) with intellectual disabilities or autism
Get information and strategies on handling Long Term Planning*
Identify services/supports so you and your loved one can live a good life

*we can not offer legal or financial advice

Click the link to register-pafamilynetwork.org/PeaceOfMind

Reasonable accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance. For more information: https://www.visionforequality.org/programs/pa-family-network/ or 1-844-PAFAMILY
The PA Family Network is a program of Vision for Equality and funded through the Pa Office of Developmental Programs

What is Lifesharing and How can Technology Increase Independence?
2022-10-10 12:00 - 13:00 | PA, United States
Join us for a Peer-to-Peer interactive workshop by and for people with disabilities and their families to:

Learn about the Life Sharing service definition
Develop a greater understanding of what Life Sharing means
Identify ways that independent living technology can help
Hear what’s important to a person with an intellectual and/or developmental disability and to their family and caregivers

Monday, October 10, 2022
12:00 pm-1:00 pm AND 7:00 pm-8:00pm
Register here- pafamilynetwork.org/LifeSharing

Community Engagement: Re-engaging the Whole Community
2022-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 | PA, United States
Join the PA Family Network as we introduce our NEW Peer-to-Peer training initiative for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families.
-Join us as we all learn and grow together
-Different perspectives, same goal for an Everyday Life
-All events provided for and by people with disabilities and their families
-Spanish resources and interpretation available at all workshops
Register for webinar here- pafamilynetwork.org/Community

Using LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve
2022-10-03 10:00 - 12:00 | PA, United States
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive 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 Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Click the link to register- pafamilynetwork.org/UsingLC

Reasonable accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance. For more information: https://www.visionforequality.org/programs/pa-family-network/ or 1-844-PAFAMILY
The PA Family Network is a program of Vision for Equality and funded through the Pa Office of Developmental Programs

Issues at School
2022-09-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, PA, United States
School Issues and What We Can Do About It
Register for this session here
School is back in session, and this can bring a lot of stress for families. As caregivers, we are navigating new routines at home and at school, and constantly ensuring supports at school are in place and effective. Join us for a time of learning and sharing as we discuss any challenge our loved one(s) might be experiencing at school and where to find the support they might need.
We are offering three different dates to accommodate everyone.

September 29th 12PM to 1PM

Check out this event’s flyer for more information.

Healthy Relationships and Sexuality (L.E.A.D.)
2022-09-26 11:00 - 13:00 | PA, United States
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to:

Learn practical strategies and skills that encourage healthy relationships and sexuality while mitigating riskEvent Categories
Discuss boundaries, relationships, risks, and self advocacy skills Learn 4 steps to healthier relationships

Click the link to register-bit.ly/relationships001

Reasonable accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance. For more information: https://www.visionforequality.org/programs/pa-family-network/ or 1-844-PAFAMILY
The PA Family Network is a program of Vision for Equality and funded through the Pa Office of Developmental Programs

Issues at School
2022-09-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, PA, United States
School Issues and What We Can Do About It
Register for this session here
School is back in session, and this can bring a lot of stress for families. As caregivers, we are navigating new routines at home and at school, and constantly ensuring supports at school are in place and effective. Join us for a time of learning and sharing as we discuss any challenge our loved one(s) might be experiencing at school and where to find the support they might need.
We are offering three different dates to accommodate everyone.

September 24th 1PM to 2PM
September 29th 12PM to 1PM

Check out this event’s flyer for more information.

Peace of Mind: Long Term Planning for Siblings
2022-09-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-09-20 11:00 - 13:00 | PA, United States
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to:

Plan and problem solve for your sibling(s) with intellectual disabilities or autism
Get information and strategies on handling Long Term Planning*
Identify services/supports so you and your loved one can live a good life

*we can not offer legal or financial advice

Click the link to register- https://pafamilynetwork.org/Planning

Reasonable accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance. For more information: https://www.visionforequality.org/programs/pa-family-network/ or 1-844-PAFAMILY
The PA Family Network is a program of Vision for Equality and funded through the Pa Office of Developmental Programs

Maintain Wellness Amid the Stress of Long Term Planning
2022-09-21 08:00 - 17:00 | PA, United States
Join us for a Peer-to-Peer interactive workshop by and for people with disabilities and their families to:

Bust some myths about Life Sharing & Supported Living
Learn how to balance the needs of ALL family members
Learn how family caregivers & individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can plan for the future together
Identify ways in which ALL family members can care for each other

Wednesday, October 26, 2022
10:00am – 12:00 pm AND 6:30pm- 8:30 pm
Register here- pafamilynetwork.org/Wellness

Issues at School
2022-09-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, PA, United States
School Issues and What We Can Do About It
Register for this session here
School is back in session, and this can bring a lot of stress for families. As caregivers, we are navigating new routines at home and at school, and constantly ensuring supports at school are in place and effective. Join us for a time of learning and sharing as we discuss any challenge our loved one(s) might be experiencing at school and where to find the support they might need.
We are offering three different dates to accommodate everyone.

September 19th 7PM to 8PM
September 24th 1PM to 2PM
September 29th 12PM to 1PM

Check out this event’s flyer for more information.

Sibling Good Life Group
2022-09-19 18:30 - 19:30 | PA, United States
This group of adult siblings will have the opportunity guide the group’s direction, network with other siblings, talk about your lived experience, hear from experts on topics relevant to sibling life, have open and informative discussions, and plan for a future that holds true potential for you and your family. Anyone thought of as a sibling or in a sibling-like role is welcome!
Click the link to register- pafamilynetwork.org/Sibling
Reasonable accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance. For more information: https://www.visionforequality.org/programs/pa-family-network/ or 1-844-PAFAMILY
The PA Family Network is a program of Vision for Equality and funded through the Pa Office of Developmental Programs

Transitions Through the Lifespan
2022-09-15 18:00 - 20:00 | PA, United States
Achieve your vision in any stage of life!
Join the 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

Click the link to register www.pafamilynetwork.org/Transitions
Reasonable accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance. For more information: https://www.visionforequality.org/programs/pa-family-network/ or 1-844-PAFAMILY
The PA Family Network is a program of Vision for Equality and funded through the Pa Office of Developmental Programs

Using LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve
2022-09-13 00:00 | PA, United States
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to:

Identify service/supports so your loved one can live an Everyday Life
Learn to use the Life Course framework andtoolstoplanforyourIndividualizedServicePlan(ISP)andIndividualizedEducationPlan(IEP)

Monday, September 12, 20226:00 pm- 8:00 pmPeople with disabilities and their families are welcome to join a 30 minutenetworking opportunity after the presentation.Click Link Below or Scan QR Code to Register for the the Zoom Meeting-Free Workshop- Registration is Required-pafamilynetwork.org/UsingLC1

Using LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve
2022-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | PA, United States
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive 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 Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Click the link to register- pafamilynetwork.org/UsingLC1
Reasonable accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance. For more information: https://www.visionforequality.org/programs/pa-family-network/ or 1-844-PAFAMILY
The PA Family Network is a program of Vision for Equality and funded through the Pa Office of Developmental Programs

Summer Meditation/Wellness Series
2022-08-30 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual, PA, United States
Come meditate with us this Summer!
Join us on Zoom every other Tuesday evening for a meditation session. Come relax and be refreshed!
Aug 16, 2022 06:30 PM
Aug 30, 2022 06:30 PM
Register Here

Safety in the Community Workshop
2022-08-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, PA, United States
NEW: PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION (the Workshop is still FREE!)
Join the PA Family Network Advisors Zoom workshop, as we plan and problem solve for the safety of your loved one with intellectual disabilities and/or autism by:

sharing practical skills and strategies for safety at home, work, and in the community;
identifying possible ways to apply LifeCourse Framework and Tools in useful, flexible, and simple ways;
supporting each other by discussing steps toward a vision for remaining safe within our community while living a meaningful and good life.

NOTE: Family Members attending the workshop will be welcome to attend a 30 minute family-only networking opportunity after the presentation
Click Link Below to Register and Join the Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkdOCgrDoiEtF5sp03r-299WcLLjOfYhcc

Reasonable Accommodations as identified under the ADA must be requested 2 weeks in advance
