Man jailed in rape of intellectually disabled woman
Article published on www.wfmz.com A Chester County man is behind bars on charges related to the sexual assault of an intellectually disabled woman, according to the Tredyffrin Township police.
Invisible No More
PA Legislators Set Precedence for Inclusion of Disabled People’s History, Culture & Contributions in the Curriculum Disabled people across the state of Pennsylvania are celebrating a historic piece of legislation that will bring disabled people's history, contributions, experience, and culture…
What is Monkeypox? Why is it a concern in the U.S?
A message from Jeanne E. Franklin, MPH, PMP, County Health Director - Chester County Health Department It is hard to believe we are embarking upon yet another emerging contagious disease – monkeypox – despite still recovering from several years of…
Selection of New Medical Care Organizations (MCOs) for Individuals
The Office of Developmental Programs has released the following announcement: The Department of Human Services is issuing an important reminder that major changes are being made to the HealthChoices Physical Health Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) offering Medical Assistance benefits on…
A Quick Guide to ODP Services…Available in Spanish too!
What is ODP? The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) within the Department of Human Services is responsible for the oversight of intellectual and developmental disability services in Pennsylvania. Local County MH/ID Programs’ verify program eligibility for services through ODP. Get…
Don’t forget to vote in the PA primary!
Don’t forget to vote May 17, 2022 in the PA primary! Here are some resources to help: Find Your Polling Place Know your rights, including: Voters with disabilities may have assistance in casting their ballots from a person of their…
Certain Life Alert Systems Will No Longer Work Following 3G Shutdown
Article by Amy E. Lowenstein from Pennsylvania Health Law Project People who rely on older life alert systems (also called personal emergency response systems, PERS, or medical alerts) need to ensure they are still working. Most life alert systems rely…
Save the Date: Creative Community Living Options Series 2022!
A few years ago, Vision for Equality, with DBHIDS’ support, created the Creative Community Living Options series. These are a variety of workshops, trainings and panels that offer learning opportunities designed to help those who care for someone experiencing an…
2020-2021 Adult Family Survey
The 2020-2021 Adult Family Survey consisted of 4,952 families that participated across 12 states (AZ, DE, FL, GA, LA. MD, MN, MO, NJ, OK, PA, and VA) The Respondents were Family members and/or guardians of adults who have IDD and…
March is Intellectual Disability Awareness Month! What’s Happening Next?
Did you know? March is Intellectual Disability Awareness Month! In the USA, about 6.5 million people experience intellectual disability. About 16% of the residents here in Philadelphia live with emotional, intellectual, and/or physical disabilities. People with and without disabilities can…