Vision For Equality

02/06/2026

Have you registered for our Falls training yet? Use this link to RSVP https://www.pchc.org/training.html &gsc.tab=0

02/05/2026

We're thrilled to share our latest Family Connections Weekly Newsletter! This week highlights the PADDC LEAF Scholarship Program opening soon, the call for nominations for the 34th annual "My City, My Place" Brighter Futures Awards, and engaging workshops on important topics like sexuality and cooking for individuals with disabilities. Join us as we honor community heroes and promote inclusivity.

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02/02/2026

Have you heard? Our LEAF Scholarship Program is open for a limited period! LEAF Scholarships help individuals with disabilities and their family members go to conferences and trainings on disability topics. The Scholarship Application should be for attendance at activities that will happen between 2/1/2026 – 3/31/2026. https://www.paddc.org/grant-funding-opportunities/leaf-scholarships/

01/29/2026

CPR and disability rights partners issue statement as Texas and eight other states renew attack on Section 504 and the right of disabled people to live in their communities

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01/29/2026

In this week's Family Connections Newsletter, Winter Wellness for Caregivers, Nominations are being accepted for the Brighter Futures Awards, Upcoming Events and More!

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01/28/2026

Join the Children's Medicaid Defense Project for Critical Conversations hosted by Imagine Different Coalition and Pennsylvania Health Law Project. FOLLOW our page to get the announcement when the LIVE starts.

David Gates (Imagine Different Coalition), Marissa Lawall (PA Health Law Project), and Meghann Luczkowski (Imagine Different Coalition) will be having a discussion about increases in home health denials and how to appeal. Resources will be provided. Questions will be answered.

Families, policy makers, caregivers, community organizers, and stakeholders are invited to attend this important conversation.

No FB - Please register at https://www.imaginedifferent.org/medicaiddefense

Alt Text: A promotional graphic for an event titled "Denials on the Rise: Protecting Home Health Services for Children," organized by the Pennsylvania Health Law Project and the Imagine Different Coalition. It features details about a discussion regarding increases in home health service denials and how to appeal them, along with RSVP information for a Facebook live event scheduled for February 5 at 6:30 PM ET. Speaker names include David Gates, Marissa Lawall, and Meghann Luczkowski. The design includes colorful shapes and logos of the organizing groups.

01/23/2026

Helpful winter safety tips for families, including guidance on wandering prevention and emergency planning. Worth a quick read as winter weather approaches.In the event of an emergency, call 911.

For more guidance:
pa.gov/agencies/pema
weather.gov/stormready

01/22/2026

There’s still time to Register and attend!

PhillyFam is back- Educate to Empower
Social Connections with Icylee Basketbill.

Register here for this event:

https://bit.ly/E2EJan222026

01/22/2026

Winter Preparedness

Extreme cold can cause serious ailments, such as frostbite and hypothermia.
Hypothermia often happens at very cold temperatures but can happen at cool temperatures (above 40 degrees), if a person is wet (from rain, sweat, or cold water) and becomes chilled.
When a person is experiencing frostbite, they may not know it because they are numb from the cold temperature.
Learn more about frostbite and hypothermia and how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe in the FAQ below.

https://www.cdc.gov/winter-weather/about/index.html

Learn how to prepare for winter storms and protect yourself during all stages of a winter storm.

01/21/2026

From our partners at the Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services: We've elevated our to Enhanced and opened warming centers with the help of our City of Philadelphia Government and nonprofit partners. Find a warming site at our interactive map. It changes often so check back for updates before you go: phila.gov/GetWarm

01/20/2026

To be more effective in having difficult conversations, take time to prepare for them. Ask yourself, “What do I want to accomplish in having this conversation? What tools or resources do I already have to meet that goal? How can this person support me in reaching this goal? How can I keep calm if the conversation doesn’t go as I expected?”

01/19/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy.

Dr. King emphasized moral and ethical actions, especially concerning justice and equality. One should always stand up for righteousness.