DSP Magnet has shared a free training resource to help employers create a first day experience that will make DSPs want to stay with your organization. This short video will offer providers tips on:
Members can access the free video resource here.
In the last few months, have you thought about leaving the disabilities field?
(You are not alone.)
It’s hard to know what to change when you are feeling overwhelmed and stuck.
This field has turned into a pressure cooker. There’s…
How do you keep going when you are exhausted and wondering why you still do this?
If all of this feels far too familiar, this workshop is for you.
This workshop from DSP Magnet is free and will help you…
Apply for a FREE spot in this workshop here!
Applications are due Wednesday, September 24, 2025, by 8:00 pm EST. Completing the application does NOT guarantee a spot in the workshop.
Workshop Details:
Wednesday, October 1
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm EST
Presented by Scott de Fasselle of DSP Magnet
Will be hosted on Zoom (link to be provided upon acceptance)
You can contact Scott via email if you have any questions.
Attention all Executive Leads and Credentialing Leads not currently enrolled with National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)!
Interested in learning more about NADSP? Then this meeting is for you!
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), in conjunction with the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP), meets monthly to discuss issues, provide support, and allow for PA Local Administrators to gain assistance from one another while navigating the NADSP process. Join Shauna Blee of ODP, Dan Hermreck of NADSP, and other PA Local Admins to gather more information!
NADSP Region Work Group
These work group meetings are held monthly on Teams. You can join by your region or at the meeting time that works best for your schedule. Below are the links for each region.
Central Region:
Fourth Tuesday of the month, 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
(Starting September 23)
Teams Meeting ID: 286 161 118 136 Passcode: oTdFRx
Or by phone: +1 267-332-8737 Phone conference ID: 607 776 646#
Southeast Region:
Third Wednesday of the month, 10:15 am – 10:45 am
(Starting September 17)
Teams Meeting ID: 242 883 857 637 Passcode: cGHrGc
Or by phone: +1 267-332-8737 Phone conference ID: 190 449 027#
Northeast Region:
Fourth Wednesday of the month, 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
(Starting September 24)
Teams Meeting ID: 214 554 253 188 Passcode: qvyY8D
Or by phone: +1 267-332-8737 Phone conference ID: 133 202 186#
Western Region:
Second Thursday of the month, 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
(Starting September 11)
Teams Meeting ID: 210 442 181 474 Passcode: f6RU3u
Or by phone: +1 267-332-8737 Phone conference ID: 671 818 960#
Western Region:
Third Friday of the month, 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
(Starting September 19)
Teams Meeting ID: 263 772 563 305 Passcode: LsChA2
or by phone: +1 267-332-8737 Phone conference ID: 452 857 919#
Need assistance joining the meetings or have questions? Email Shauna Blee.
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The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’ Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) is offering a webinar on the PA Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Savings Program. A PA ABLE savings account gives individuals with qualified disabilities (Eligible Individuals) and their families and friends a tax-free way to save for a wide range of disability-related expenses while maintaining important benefits. The state and federal tax-free investment options are offered to encourage Eligible Individuals and their families to save private funds to support health, independence, and quality of life.
Some of the topics OLTL will discuss include eligibility requirements for opening a PA ABLE account; federal and state tax benefits of PA ABLE; and how a PA ABLE account interacts with current benefits.
OLTL Service Coordinators, Direct Service Providers, Community HealthChoices Managed Care Organization staff, and any individuals who work in employment supports are strongly encouraged to participate in this webinar, as it will help them understand the PA ABLE Program and how it can benefit the OLTL participants they serve.
Please register for the PA ABLE Savings Program webinar scheduled for July 23, 2025, from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm using this registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
If you require accommodations to participate in this webinar, please send them electronically.
If you have questions regarding this email, please contact Randy Loss at OLTL.
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