TechOWL Program Expands to Include Mobile Devices
posted: June 2019
Mobile equipment, including smartphones and tablets, will be available through TechOWL's Free Special Phone Program, starting July 1, 2019.
Free special phone program mobile expansion
Temple's Institute on Disabilities responds to OVR proposal to close its Order of Selection
posted: June 2019
On May 4, 2019, the Department of Labor & Industry published a Notice in the PA Bulletin announcing its intent to close the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) Order of Selection (OOS). OVR is the state vocational rehabilitation agency. Its mission is to assist Pennsylvanians with disabilities to enter, regain, or retain employment. The OOS is the manner in which OVR prioritizes cases so that individuals with the most significant disabilities receive services first. Closure of the OOS means that OVR will stop accepting new applications for services.
Read the Institute's response to OVR
Disability Pride Week in Philadelphia
posted: May 2019
The 2019 Disability Pride Parade and Celebration Week in Philadelphia takes place June 10-15.
May 1, 2019: Be the Boss! Webinar
posted: April 2019
Be the Boss is an overview of self-directed services. Attend this webinar for self-advocates interested in taking charge of their everyday lives.
Webinar Information/Registration
High impact position open in Pennsylvania
posted: April 2019
Executive Director, Developmental Disabilities Council
"Are you seeking a high-level leadership opportunity in supporting full and meaningful lives for people with developmental disabilities? Do you enjoy using your skills in critical thinking and collaboration to achieve positive change for all? Do you have a strong understanding of the history of disability and the work that still lies ahead?
"The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is recruiting for an Executive Director who possesses creativity, strong leadership and initiative, and a deep visionary passion for the mission and goals of the Council. The work of the Executive Director is performed under the direction of the Developmental Disabilities Council appointed by the Governor and with the support of the Department of Human Services."
April 15 and 16, 2019: Mini Course Lecture Series Workshops
posted: March 2019
David Pitonyak, Director of Imagine, will lead two workshops in Glen Mills.
4/15: The Importance of Belonging
4/16: One Day the World Will Be A Perfect Place: Toolbox for Change
Register for one or both workshops
Presented in partnership with the Delaware County Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the Chester County Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
A Fierce Kind of Love Opens FringeArts Event
posted: January 2019
Tickets available for A Fierce Kind of Love's return as part of the FringeArts High Pressure Fire Service Festival, March 1-3. Please donate to support making our play welcoming to all!
