Event Calendar

Click to see the full calendar of September 2021 ODP trainings and events.
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PEEA offers diversity and inclusion experiences in a safe, nurturing, and judgment-free environment. 
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A free art program for children on the spectrum. Hosted by X-Press Yourself.
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Join PA Family Network Advisors to plan and problem solve for the safety of your loved one with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
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In the second session, AFB will cover the tools and methodology used to test accessibility.
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FISA Foundation and Southwest PA Says No More are partnering with The Vera Institute of Justice's End Abuse of People with Disabilities initiative on a three-session interactive webinar series to bring together experts at the intersections of disability, domestic and sexual violence, campus violence, human trafficking, and racial justice. Sessions include: Meeting the Needs of Human Trafficking Victims with Disabilities, From Classroom to Dorm Room: Serving Survivors with Disabilities on Campus, and Transformative Justice in the Lives of Survivors with Disabilities.
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Interactive webinar applying a disability justice lens to addressing human trafficking of victims with disabilities, often people of color.
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Learn directly from Hearing Officers about early dispute resolution options and their procedures, the services that ODR provides, and how to prepare for Due Process if resolution doesn't happen.
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Join the PA Family Network in this workshop to plan and problem solve for your loved one with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
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Click to see the full calendar of September 2021 ODP trainings and events.
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BY POPULAR DEMAND! Supported Decision-Making is a fast growing national initiative for empowering adults with disabilities. This is a “must see” presentation for professionals and educators who work with individuals with disabilities who are approaching or navigating adulthood. Join Disability Rights Pennsylvania guardianship attorney Elysia Duerr, Esq., and Supported Decision-Making trainer Amanda Thomas, Ph.D., for a discussion on alternatives to guardianship. Specifically, to discuss what Supported Decision-Making is and why it can be a better option than guardianship.
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Audience: Youth, Parents, and Educators. Session topics include Retirement, Benefits Counseling, Savings Tools, and more!
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SNUGS is a non-profit, national organization, with a student group chapter of the organization at the University of Pennsylvania. The group's core mission will focus on decreasing the number of drownings amongst children with special needs, which is the #1 cause of death for children with intellectual disabilities. 
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A free art program for children on the spectrum. Hosted by X-Press Yourself.
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This 3-day training provides a comprehensive overview of Discovery (an alternative to traditional vocational assessments) and how to complete Discovery. For those seeking to become certified providers of Discovery through Marc Gold & Associates, it is the prerequisite training for certification. Individuals not seeking certification will gain valuable information and insight and may attend as auditors to the session.
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Due to the continuing pandemic, this conference will be conducted virtually on a three-day schedule that will include presentations and panels from subject matter experts, providers, self-advocates, and families. Personal narratives will be interspersed throughout the conference in an effort to highlight the perspective of the individual at the core of what we do. This conference will provide professionals working directly with children and/or adults with autism, with tools, strategies, and resources to help provide the most effective support.
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This 3-day training provides a comprehensive overview of Discovery (an alternative to traditional vocational assessments) and how to complete Discovery. For those seeking to become certified providers of Discovery through Marc Gold & Associates, it is the prerequisite training for certification. Individuals not seeking certification will gain valuable information and insight and may attend as auditors to the session.
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Topics include: "Charting the LifeCourse," "Successful Strategies for Self-Advocacy Part 1" and "Successful Strategies for Self-Advocacy Part 2."
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Due to the continuing pandemic, this conference will be conducted virtually on a three-day schedule that will include presentations and panels from subject matter experts, providers, self-advocates, and families. Personal narratives will be interspersed throughout the conference in an effort to highlight the perspective of the individual at the core of what we do. This conference will provide professionals working directly with children and/or adults with autism, with tools, strategies, and resources to help provide the most effective support.
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This 3-day training provides a comprehensive overview of Discovery (an alternative to traditional vocational assessments) and how to complete Discovery. For those seeking to become certified providers of Discovery through Marc Gold & Associates, it is the prerequisite training for certification. Individuals not seeking certification will gain valuable information and insight and may attend as auditors to the session.
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This workshop is for job seekers with disabilities and those who support them.
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Due to the continuing pandemic, this conference will be conducted virtually on a three-day schedule that will include presentations and panels from subject matter experts, providers, self-advocates, and families. Personal narratives will be interspersed throughout the conference in an effort to highlight the perspective of the individual at the core of what we do. This conference will provide professionals working directly with children and/or adults with autism, with tools, strategies, and resources to help provide the most effective support.
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Audience: Youth, Parents, and Educators. Session topics include Retirement, Benefits Counseling, Savings Tools, and more!
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Drop-ins are a place where young people with disabilities can come hang out and learn from each other about various topics related to transitioning to adulthood. Hosted by the PEAL Center.
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SNUGS is a non-profit, national organization, with a student group chapter of the organization at the University of Pennsylvania. The group's core mission will focus on decreasing the number of drownings amongst children with special needs, which is the #1 cause of death for children with intellectual disabilities. 
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A free art program for children on the spectrum. Hosted by X-Press Yourself.
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A PA ABLE Savings Program account gives individuals with qualified disabilities (Eligible Individuals), and their families and friends a tax-free way to save for a wide range of disability-related expenses while maintaining government benefits. To help you learn about the important features and benefits of PA ABLE, the Pennsylvania Treasury Department is hosting free webinars.
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Audience: Youth, Parents, and Educators. Session topics include Retirement, Benefits Counseling, Savings Tools, and more!
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Join PEAL on the 2nd Thursday of the month for each topic: Understanding the Reevaluation Process, Section 504 Plans, and Extended School Year.
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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SNUGS is a non-profit, national organization, with a student group chapter of the organization at the University of Pennsylvania. The group's core mission will focus on decreasing the number of drownings amongst children with special needs, which is the #1 cause of death for children with intellectual disabilities. 
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This is a gathering of adults who may be interested in connecting with other self-advocates. There is also a simultaneous, Families of Adultsgroup which is held at the same location but in a separate room.
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Audience: Youth, Parents, and Educators. Session topics include Retirement, Benefits Counseling, Savings Tools, and more!
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Interactive webinar identifying barriers to serving college students with disabilities who experience sexual assault or abuse.
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FISA Foundation and Southwest PA Says No More are partnering with The Vera Institute of Justice's End Abuse of People with Disabilities initiative on a three-session interactive webinar series to bring together experts at the intersections of disability, domestic and sexual violence, campus violence, human trafficking, and racial justice. Sessions include: Meeting the Needs of Human Trafficking Victims with Disabilities, From Classroom to Dorm Room: Serving Survivors with Disabilities on Campus, and Transformative Justice in the Lives of Survivors with Disabilities.
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Drop-ins are a place where young people with disabilities can come hang out and learn from each other about various topics related to transitioning to adulthood. Hosted by the PEAL Center.
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SNUGS is a non-profit, national organization, with a student group chapter of the organization at the University of Pennsylvania. The group's core mission will focus on decreasing the number of drownings amongst children with special needs, which is the #1 cause of death for children with intellectual disabilities. 
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SNUGS is a non-profit, national organization, with a student group chapter of the organization at the University of Pennsylvania. The group's core mission will focus on decreasing the number of drownings amongst children with special needs, which is the #1 cause of death for children with intellectual disabilities. 
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Drop-ins are a place where young people with disabilities can come hang out and learn from each other about various topics related to transitioning to adulthood. Hosted by the PEAL Center.
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Join PEAL on the 2nd Thursday of the month for each topic: Understanding the Reevaluation Process, Section 504 Plans, and Extended School Year.
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This is a gathering of adults who may be interested in connecting with other self-advocates. There is also a simultaneous, Families of Adultsgroup which is held at the same location but in a separate room.
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The Philadelphia Autism Project is excited to bring together members of the Philadelphia community to share and highlight information and resources, learn about community initiatives and discuss experiences in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. 
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The Philadelphia Autism Project is excited to bring together members of the Philadelphia community to share and highlight information and resources, learn about community initiatives and discuss experiences in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. 
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Drop-ins are a place where young people with disabilities can come hang out and learn from each other about various topics related to transitioning to adulthood. Hosted by the PEAL Center.
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Hosted by HCPBS. Save the Date!
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These webinars are designed and organized for members of HCPBS.
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The Philadelphia Autism Project is excited to bring together members of the Philadelphia community to share and highlight information and resources, learn about community initiatives and discuss experiences in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. 
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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Drop-ins are a place where young people with disabilities can come hang out and learn from each other about various topics related to transitioning to adulthood. Hosted by the PEAL Center.
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Join PEAL on the 2nd Thursday of the month for each topic: Understanding the Reevaluation Process, Section 504 Plans, and Extended School Year.
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This is a gathering of adults who may be interested in connecting with other self-advocates. There is also a simultaneous, Families of Adultsgroup which is held at the same location but in a separate room.
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Drop-ins are a place where young people with disabilities can come hang out and learn from each other about various topics related to transitioning to adulthood. Hosted by the PEAL Center.
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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Drop-ins are a place where young people with disabilities can come hang out and learn from each other about various topics related to transitioning to adulthood. Hosted by the PEAL Center.
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Getting any new diagnosis comes with the need to understand it.  Learn the basics about autism, and get some take-home tips, from people who understand and have worked in this field for 20+ years.
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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The Autism Institute is excited to offer a support group for fathers with children on the autism spectrum in partnership with Dr. Robert Naseef, a clinical psychologist at Alternative Choices, and. Michael Hannon, Associate Professor of counseling at Montclair State University.
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