Chair Dance Cardio - Bi-weekly Wellness Series
2024-07-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-07-29 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-05 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-19 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)
Every week on Thu, Mon, until Mar 18, 2024, 60 occurrence(s)
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Lead the Way to Healthy Relationships and Sexuality
2024-07-23 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
LEAD The Way to Healthy Relationships & Sexuality
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to…

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

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMrduqpqzwpG9SfHrmQ7597X7lfCqOEXY_R

Chair Yoga Bi-weekly Wellness Series
2024-07-25 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-01 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-08 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-15 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
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Meeting ID: 891 8526 3999
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Sibling Good Life Group
2024-07-29 18:30 - 20:00 | PA
Sibling Good Life Group
This group of adult siblings will have the opportunity to…

Guide the group’s direction and network with other sibling
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 like a sibling or in a sibling-like role is welcome!
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rceCprTkqGNXvOr59UVyIjutiJNBjTdzX

How to Support Individuals with I/DD and Autism in Faith Communities
2024-07-30 18:00 - 19:00 | PA
Calling All Philly Faith Leaders!
The Philadelphia Family Support Projects at Vision for Equality would like to invite faith leaders in Philadelphia and their organizations to a virtual learning and collaboration opportunity. We help families find and navigate supports and services for their loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including autism. We also provide individual peer support, support group meetings, and trainings for caregivers.
How to Support Individuals with I/DD and Autism in Faith Communities will offer faith leaders and religious organizations the knowledge and resources needed to welcome and support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (including autism) and their families so all can worship in their communities.
We will discuss the following:

How to remove barriers and allow for full participation in spiritual and religious activities.
How to create a sense of belonging for all.
How to use affirming language and assuming competence.
How to refer families for additional support.

Wednesday, July 10th

12:00 pm
Register- visionforequality.co/3VXw76V

Tuesday, July 30th

6:00 pm
Register- visionforequality.co/3ziIEsk

Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve - Part 1
2024-07-30 18:30 - 20:00 | PA
Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve
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 future!

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtfuysrTovE90J-w50SSkhI8rtlzkPSDcg

Birth- Five Support Group, First Tuesday
2024-08-06 18:30 - 19:30 | PA
Do you live in Philadelphia and care for a child five years old or younger with an intellectual/developmental disability or autism? 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.
Register Here- https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcOmvqDgvHtXXNPFdPlUF7kU0wq8Z2LB2

Peace of Mind Long-Term Planning
2024-08-06 18:30 - 20:30 | PA
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/tJEtfuqtrzsuHtZgydyl_5rMdk0DRH0sR8Ds

Caregiver Support Group
2024-08-07 14:30 - 16:00 | PA
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/tJEvcuCgqjguGtNypb8LJt91yzn9SHhnlZmH

Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve - Part 2
2024-08-08 10:00 - 11:30 | PA
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/tJAuf-mhqTMrGtJgTYTXRUiZmPEsldramG5C

Advanced Waiver, Part 1
2024-08-09 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
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/tJMtduCgrjkrH9P14Y1_-HU36PgG8MaqzyhU

Safety in the Community
2024-08-12 12:00 - 14:00 | PA
Safety in the Community
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to…

Build skills to increase safety at home, work, and in the community
Mitigate risk while living a meaningful everyday life

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0odOCuqD8jGN0qXPFrxE9-xi-WMhF67gVj

Philadelphia Area Support Group- Second Tuesday
2024-08-13 19:00 - 21:00 | 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

Taller de Conceptos Básicos de Exención Parte 1 (Waiver Basics, Part 1 - Spanish)
2024-08-14 12:00 - 14:00 | PA
Taller de Conceptos Básicos de Exención Parte 1
Únase a la PA Family Network en este taller de 2 partes para aprender cómo las exenciones pueden apoyar a su ser querido. Dirigido a: Familias con personas que acaban de entrar en el sistema
– Abordar la importancia de tener una visión de las necesidades de su ser querido para vivir una buena vida
– Información básica de cómo registrarse, solicitar y acceder a los servicios de exención
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcvfu-qqzojGNYf41Q4sVaU30chgu5ktU-k
Waiver Basics, Part 1 – Spanish
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

Advanced Waiver, Part 2
2024-08-16 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
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/tJYlfu2vrD0jG9InBn_58pCVzZw15vOsZvmi

Birth- Five Caregiver Support Group, Third Friday
2024-08-16 12:30 - 13:30 | PA
Do you live in Philadelphia and care for a child five years old or younger with an intellectual/developmental disability or autism? 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.
Register Here- https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrf-igqTkuE9R0HZFROEqf5UPseeN8UOi_

Caregiver Support Group
2024-08-19 18:30 - 20:00 | PA
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/tJItcOqvpzIoHtwwsXVBlQU1qSBb50U-oAbK

Early Education Staff- What to Know, What to Say, and How to Support Children with Disabilities
2024-08-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-08-26 17:30 - 19:00 | PA
The Philadelphia Family Support Projects at Vision for Equality would like to invite Philadelphia early education staff and leaders in to a virtual learning and collaboration opportunity. We help families find and navigate supports and services for their loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including autism such as applying for medical assistance, finding a preschool or daycare, applying for waivers, or acquiring supports in their homes like home health services and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We also provide individual peer support, support group meetings, and trainings for caregivers.
We would like to support you as your organization as you create inclusive settings for all children to learn and thrive. As such, we are offering a free workshop for your team.
What to Know, What to Say, and How to Support Children with Disabilities will cover:

How to understand disability through the models of disability.
How to foster a sense of belonging in your classroom.
How inclusion benefits everyone.
How to talk about disability with your students.
How to facilitate full participation for all students (and the resources available to support you in that).
How to refer families for additional support.

This workshop will be offered twice, but you only have to register once. Everyone who registers will receive the link to the recording and a copy of the presentation.
Tuesday, August 20th @ 10-11:30 AM: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkdeusrD4pE9KhKfLHZlL92MdxFTGuf8dN
Monday, August 26th @ 5:30-7:00 PM: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwscuiorjsqGdMp0iNMHnkFYDecCNN8EL2P

Voters Information Day
2024-08-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Vision for Equality Offices, 718 Arch St 6N, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Vision for Equality – Philadelphia Parent Support Groups (PPSG), EnVision New Possibilities and Speaking for Ourselves are holding a Voters Information Day. There will be information on Registering to Vote, learning how to use a voting machine, how to request a mail-in ballot and more. The Guest Speaker will be Lisa M. Deeley, from the Philadelphia County Board of Elections. To Register, please email Carol Costello, ccostello@visionforequality.org or call 215-702-1601.
The Event will be held at Vision for Equality, 718 Arch Street, 6N, Philadelphia, PA 19106
If you have any questions, please call Doreatha Davis at 215-702-1600.
If you cannot attend in person, we will be streaming this event live via Facebook.

Taller de Conceptos Básicos de Exención Parte 2 (Waiver Basics, Part 2 - Spanish)
2024-08-21 14:00 - 16:00 | PA
Taller de Conceptos Básicos de Exención Parte 2
Únase a la PA Family Network en este taller de 2 partes para aprender cómo las exenciones pueden apoyar a su ser querido. Dirigido a: Familias con personas que acaban de entrar en el sistema
– Abordar la importancia de tener una visión de las necesidades de su ser querido para vivir una buena vida
– Información básica de cómo registrarse, solicitar y acceder a los servicios de exención
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvdOqorD0oGtDOYBNyAvPaezXDQQYy7Q_Y
Waiver Basics, Part 2 – Spanish
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

Chair Yoga Bi-weekly Wellness Series
2024-08-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-22 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
