“Thriving With Down Syndrome” Free Webinar With Matthew Schwab on Sept. 10
Cathy Barrick
Dual Diagnosis Professional Conference Series to Present “Insidious Trauma” Webinar on Sept. 11
Insidious Trauma: Context, Impact, and Considerations for Care
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Register Here
This session will introduce the impact of trauma broadly, provide an overview of insidious trauma and its effects, and explore some relevant interpersonal and clinical considerations in supporting those impacted by traumatic stress. Presenters will share their expertise on best and promising practices as well as provide general knowledge. View the announcement for more information.
PennLive: Central PA Organization’s New Shelter Space Will Allow It to Serve More Families, RCPA Member Bell Socialization Services Featured
Resource Guide Now Available for Supporting Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing Individuals
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has announced the annual publication of the Resource Guide for Supporting Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing Individuals. This guide offers resources in one central location for those who support or care for someone who is Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind and receives supports from ODP.
The Resource Guide is available here or on MyODP’s website under Topics > Special Population Services > Deaf Services. For questions, email ODP Deaf Services.
Registration for CI Initial Certification Course Now Open
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has released ODPANN 24-075, which announces that registration for the September – December Certified Investigator (CI) Initial Certification Course cohorts is now open in MyODP. Please view the communication for details.
MyODP August News Online Now Available
WTAJ: Adaptive Equipment Presented to 9 Central Pennsylvania Kids With Disabilities
DrexelNEWS: Drexel University Receives Funding From Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Grant for Job Training for Pennsylvanians With Disabilities
Fox 29 Philadelphia: ABA Center of Pennsylvania Provides Invaluable Resources for People With Autism
FY 2024/25 Supports Broker Recertification Training Now Available
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 24-073, which announces that the Department-approved Supports Broker recertification training is available for the first seven months of Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/25. The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requires that Support Service Professionals/Supports Brokers under the Consolidated, Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS), and Community Living (CL) Waivers must successfully complete a Supports Broker Certification Program provided by ODP or its designee every three years following their initial certification. Please view the announcement for details.
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