Wyoming County Special Needs Association

12/08/2025

12/01/2025

12/01/2025

If you need more guidance on what the waiver can do to help your family, please register for this great session!

For adults and families, an online event: Waiver 101: What is a Waiver, and what does it Do?
Thursday, December 4th
5:30pm - 7:00pm

From the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Office of Developmental Programs (ODP)

"What Will Be Covered? ODP staff will provide an overview of the Intellectual Disability and Autism (ID/A) CMS waivers available in Pennsylvania. This session will consist of a brief history of ID/A services in PA, what ODP is, and how the 'waivers' came to exist and their purpose. The session will also include time to explore the DHS and ODP websites for this information."

Link to registration in comments

11/20/2025

🚔💙 Dallas Township Police Department Launches the Blue Envelope Program

The Dallas Township Police Department, in partnership with the Cougars for Autism Awareness Club at Misericordia University, is proud to announce the launch of the Blue Envelope Program — an initiative designed to improve communication and safety during interactions between law enforcement and autistic or neurodiverse drivers. The program is sponsored by Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health.

The Blue Envelope Program is intended primarily for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but also supports drivers with other communication challenges, anxiety, or conditions that may affect their ability to respond during a traffic stop, crash, or similar encounter.

🔹What’s Inside the Blue Envelope?
Drivers keep a Blue Envelope in their vehicle containing:
• A copy of their license, registration, and insurance
• Emergency contact information
• A clear note explaining communication needs or sensitivities

The front of the envelope alerts officers that the driver may need additional time, space, or support, while the back provides quick guidance to help ensure the interaction is handled safely and calmly. Inside, a detailed information sheet explains how ASD can affect communication, comprehension, and responsiveness, and includes contact information for individuals who can provide medical or support details if needed.

The program is designed to reduce uncertainty during police encounters by promoting clearer communication, increased understanding, and safer outcomes for both drivers and officers.

✉️ Pickup Opportunities: Blue Envelopes will be available at two Misericordia University distribution events:

Saturday, November 22, 2025 — 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
📍 Insalaco Hall, 301 Lake Street, Dallas, PA 18612

Monday, December 1, 2025 — 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Occupational and Physical Therapy (OPT) Complex, 301 Lake Street, Dallas, PA 18612

Blue Envelopes are also available to anyone who resides in or travels through Dallas Township or the surrounding communities. Pick one up anytime at:

🏢 Dallas Township Police Department
2919 SR 309 Highway
Dallas, PA 18612

Learn more about the program or request a Blue Envelope by mail:
🔗 https://www.lvhn.org/blueenvelope

11/19/2025

Our 2nd annual client & staff Thanksgiving gathering was a success with 20 people attending. What a great evening! Clients and staff prepared food. 🦃

11/12/2025

When our clients want to help decorate, we get out the decorations!! Christmas 🎁🎄✨

10/30/2025

Millions of people with disabilities, like Sam, rely on food assistance to get by. But right now, that help is at risk. No one should have to choose between food, medicine, rent, or heat. Tell Congress to act now to prevent people from going hungry: https://bit.ly/4huQXn0

10/27/2025

10/21/2025

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10/11/2025

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10/09/2025

FREE admission for grandparents raising grandchildren!