Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability (EARN) – Workplace Toolkit
Neurodiversity in the workplace Toolkit Neurodivergent employees bring many skills and talents to the workplace. Learn more in this toolkit. Read More
Transition from School to Work
Any high school student with a disability who may need vocational guidance and assistance in preparing for, obtaining, or maintaining competitive employment should be considered for referral to the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR). Students who have an Individualized…
Working while receiving disability benefits – video
Working while receiving disability benefits - video Working does not necessarily mean losing access to federal or state health care benefits. Learn how Work Incentives like the Trial Work Period and Extended Period of Eligibility protect your benefits while you…
Guide for Supporting a Loved One with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Caregiver Action Network (this originally appears on their website - www.caregiveraction.org) Learning about your loved one’s PTSD diagnosis can make the task of your loved one less daunting, especially when it’s a brand-new situation for you. Luckily, Caregiver Action Network…
Performance Based Contracting – Frequently Asked Questions
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is changing how they work with Residential Service providers to improve the quality of services being delivered to individuals and families. The new program for managing Residential Service providers is…
Performance Based Contracting Provider Session Information 1/29/2025
PBC Provider General Information Session January 29, 2025 The agenda items included: What can you expect? How to Prepare — Self-Assessment and Workbook Technical Guidance/Tips for QPro Choosing a Tier: Checklist and ODP Measures Introduction to Pay for Performance (P4P)…
Digital Literacy
Digital Literacy The Arc, The Arc San Francisco, and AT&T have collaborated to create safe and accessible digital skills trainings that accommodate the different learning styles of people with disabilities. Training sessions are offered online free of charge and available 24 hours…
Shine a Light on neglect and abuse
This originally appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer I commend reporter Harold Brubaker for his continuing efforts to spotlight the neglect and abuse suffered by the most vulnerable: people with disabilities and the elderly. I am glad to see that the…
New Jersey announces major overhaul to stop abuse in group homes
Appeared on NJ.com on 10/1/2024. Updated on 10/3/2024 By Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Facing a growing call for serious consequences when people with developmental disabilities are harmed in group homes, a state lawmaker has introduced legislation that…
Article – Man With Disabilities Severely Beaten By Allegheny County Care Team
This article originally appeared on: Pittsburgh, PA Patch, September 9, 2022 written by Justin Heinze, Patch Staff ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PA — Two Allegheny Health care providers severely beat a man with intellectual disabilities with a metal rod, leading his medical care…