RCPA Member Center for Community Resources Announces Executive Director Beth Gillan’s Retirement
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Shapiro Announces $22M in Debt Relief to Aid Addiction Recovery Workforce (RCPA’s Jason Snyder quoted)
“Thriving With Down Syndrome” Free Webinar With Matthew Schwab on Sept. 10
RCPA DEI Committee Seeks Recommendations in Resource Survey
In order to better serve our members and leverage our collective experience, the RCPA Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Committee is compiling a list of training and consultant recommendations on DEI-related topics. We kindly request that you share your organization’s experiences. If you have engaged in or utilized multiple trainings or consultants, please complete an additional survey for each one. RCPA will compile and post a repository of member recommendations.
Please submit recommendations via this survey. We request submissions be completed by Friday, August 30. If you have any questions, please contact Cindi Hobbes.
OLTL to Host Transportation Summit 3 on Sept. 17
The Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) has announced they will be hosting Transportation Summit 3 (via Zoom) on September 17, 2024, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.
The Transportation Summit is an open forum for anyone interested in discussing transportation-related issues in the Community HealthChoices (CHC) Program. There will be staff from various programs on the call, including the managed care organizations (MCO) and transportation brokers, Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP), and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). They will be on the call to listen to feedback and answer questions as they can.
During the webinar, there will be three ways for individuals to ask questions.
- You can submit your questions to OLTL in advance by emailing Cortney Alvord.
- They can be read during the meeting, where you will use the “Raise Hand” feature during the meeting, be unmuted, and ask your question.
- You can type your question into the “Chat” box located on the right side of your screen during the meeting.
To participate in the Transportation Summit, please register using this registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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.
HR Committee: August 7 Meeting Follow-Up Materials Now Available
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.
RCPA’s August 15 Outpatient Rehabilitation Committee Meeting Cancelled
RCPA’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Committee meeting on August 15 has been cancelled due to conflicts encountered by individuals scheduled to present at the meeting. The next meeting will take place as scheduled on November 14, 2024, from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Dehoff.
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