Online registration has officially closed for the 2024 RCPA Conference. Registrations with credit card information included may be faxed to the office at 717-364-3287 until September 20 at 5:00 pm. Registration and payment for the RCPA conference is accepted on-site at the Hershey Lodge and Conference Center, provided space and materials remain available. Questions regarding registration should be directed to Allison Brognia, Conference Registrar.
PATC 2024 Registration Now Open!
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Pennsylvania Autism Training Conference (PATC) will be conducted virtually on a three-day schedule that will include presentations and panels from subject matter experts, providers, self-advocates, and families. 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. Personal narratives will be interspersed throughout the conference in an effort to highlight the perspective of the individual.
The conference schedule, including speakers, topics and session descriptions, is available at the registration link.
Full admission is $10.00 for professionals and allows access to all conference sessions over all three days. Admission is cost-free for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
For additional information about the conference, and access to resources, personal stories, and other features during the conference, please visit this page on MyODP.
Registration questions can be sent via email.
PBC Quarterly Residential Provider Forum on October 4
The Office of Development Programs (ODP) will be hosting the first quarterly residential provider forum to provide support for provider Performance-Based Contracting (PBC) preparedness. During this session, ODP will provide a status update on PBC applications; review the PBC presented to the Information Sharing and Advisory Committee (ISAC) Provider Performance Review Subcommittee; review the emerging themes or trends with the application submissions; and offer the opportunity for providers to ask questions.
Audience:
Residential Providers
Date:
October 4, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Register Here
PA Family Network Announces October Workshops
Happy Autumn! Please share these important workshops and Good Life Groups with your network! Register for upcoming events at PA Family Network’s website.
Support Groups
- Wednesday, October 2 and Monday, October 21: Caregiver Support Group
LifeCourse Workshops
- Monday, October 7 and Monday, October 14: Using the LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve — Part 1 & Part 2
- Thursday, October 10: Peace of Mind Long-Term Planning
- Thursday, October 17: Transitions Through the LifeSpan
- Wednesday, October 23: Peace of Mind Long Term Planning – Siblings
- Thursday, October 24: LEAD The Way to Healthy Relationship and Sexuality
- Wednesday, October 30: Seguridad en la Comunidal- Español (Safety in the Community – Spanish)
Waiver Workshops
- Tuesday, October 8 and Wednesday, October 9: Waiver Basics, Part 1 & Part 2
- Tuesday, October 15 and Wednesday October 16: Advanced Waiver, Part 1 & Part 2
LTSS Subcommittee Sept. 4 Meeting Documents and October 2 Meeting Details Released
The meeting documents from the September 4 Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Subcommittee meeting are now available. These documents include the transcript and PowerPoint presentations. You can view them below:
- Additional Documents
- Agenda
- August Follow-ups
- MAAC Subcommittees Presentation
- Meeting Transcript
- Mercer LTSS Rate Study Update
- OLTL Updates
- Supporting PA’s Direct Care Workforce Presentation
The next LTSS Subcommittee meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2024, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm via webinar only.
To participate in the meeting, please register here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. If you plan to participate via phone, the dial-in number is: (562) 247-8422; Access Code: 681 281 984#.
Last Call for Online Registration for the 2024 RCPA Conference!
Online registration for the 2024 RCPA Conference officially closes COB today, September 13, meaning if you haven’t done so, now is your final chance to gain early access to the mobile app, reserve your seat, and guarantee your access to our exciting events!
By registering today, you will be able to network and connect with other attendees both in the mobile app and onsite. You’ll also be able to participate in our game, which will take place in Connections Hall, sponsored by Carelon. Attendees will meet and learn from our many exhibitors, whose contributions helped make this conference possible, while earning prizes and recognition. In addition, breakfast and lunch will be served in Connections Hall on Thursday, Sept. 26, giving you the opportunity to chat and relax with other attendees, speakers, and RCPA staff.
Online Registration Closes Today, Sept. 13!
Don’t Delay — Register Here!
We would like to extend a special thanks to Carelon, our Connections Hall Platinum Sponsor. Thank you for your generosity!
We would also like to thank each and every sponsor and exhibitor. Without you, our conference would not be possible! You can view our current sponsors and exhibitors on the RCPA Conference website.
Act 26 SFY 2023/24 Q4 Report Released
The State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2023/24 Quarter 4 (Q4) report required by the Work Experience for High School Students with Disabilities Act (Act 26 of 2016) is now available. A copy of the report can be found here as well as on the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation’s (OVR) website on the Act 26 Information web page.
ODP October 2024 Training and Events Calendar Now Available
Reminder: Webinar on PBC Transition to Be Hosted by iCareManager, The BI Collaborative, and Millin Sept. 19
Governor Shapiro Proclaims Sept. 8–14 DSP Appreciation Week
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