Date: May 4, 2023 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm (Note:  Registration Closes on April 28, 2023) The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is inviting leadership professionals from: Administrative Entities (AEs), Support Coordination Organizations (SCOs), Providers of Supported Employment Services and Day Habilitation, and Providers of Community Participation Support (CPS) to attend a 1-day Employment […]

Date: May 4, 2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Join us for an in-depth discussion of a new collaboration between Elevance Health and the University of Minnesota's Institute on Community Integration. Managed Care Organizations play a critical role in supporting the workforce development efforts of providers in their network. Elevance is partnering with the […]

Date:  May 4, 2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm This presentation will focus on ways to leverage innovative approaches to build, expand, and sustain partnerships among underrepresented populations. Perspectives will be highlighted from a researcher, clinician, caregiver, and individual with intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) to discuss the approaches used to build capacity among […]

Date:  May 5, 2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm (Rescheduled from April 14, 2023 - 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm) This meeting will be held for all Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) providers and Support Coordinators (SC) providing AAW services.  Pam Treadway and Heather Easley will facilitate these meetings with the intent to provide […]

Date:  May 8, 2023 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am These meetings are held for all Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) providers and Support Coordinators (SC) providing AAW services. The presenters will provide updates on the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW), answer questions, and provide technical assistance and support.  The Virtual Office Hours (VOH) start with […]

Date:  May 9, 2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Join ANCOR Partner Taskmaster Pro to explore how to do more with less while still mitigating risk for your organization, your staff, and the people you support. In this ‘how to do more with less’ presentation, the speakers will discuss how providers attempt to do […]

Join the Disability Employment TA Center (DTAC) for a webinar discussing best practices for incorporating assistive technology solutions to support individuals with brain injury in employment. Brain injury can result in a range of cognitive, emotional, and physical challenges, making it difficult for individuals to find and maintain employment. In this webinar, learn how AT […]

Date:  May 10, 2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm While solving the direct support workforce crisis will ultimately demand increased investment in community I/DD services, the dearth of such investments now means providers must find creative solutions in unexpected places. One possibility is to strengthen your workforce by sponsoring workers who are in the […]

Hosted by Representative Dan Miller

Date: May 12, 2023 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm (Note:  Registration Closes on May 6, 2023) The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is inviting leadership professionals from: Administrative Entities (AEs), Support Coordination Organizations (SCOs), Providers of Supported Employment Services and Day Habilitation, and Providers of Community Participation Support (CPS) to attend a 1-day Employment […]

Better understand speech, language, and communication with a focus on supports for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and when intervention may be considered.   Click here to Register for this Session

Date: May 17, 2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm The Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP) is pleased to offer series of upcoming webinars focusing on various Medicaid-related topics. During each session, experts grom PHLP will share what advocates and providers need to know about the unwinding of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE). This […]

Date:  May 18, 2023 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) and Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS), invite you to participate in the statewide Dual Diagnosis Conference being held virtually on May 18, 2023. Nationally recognized speakers will provide a variety […]

Direct support professionals (DSPs) provide support and care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Though DSPs care about the people they support, this work can be both physically and emotionally exhausting, which can lead to fatigue, stress, and ultimately burnout. Due to this, it is critical for DSPs and I/DD support staff to […]

This training was developed to assist provider organizations to become qualified to deliver the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Housing Transition & Tenancy Sustaining (HTTS) service. These sessions are for: Providers who are interested in becoming qualified to deliver HTTS Existing HTTS provider employees Participants will gain knowledge of and learn how to access, refer […]

Learn about light tech communication options and other types of visual supports. By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to... Give examples of at least 2 visual supports for communication Describe at least 2 types of light tech communication systems   Click here to Register

Learn about how transition can affect communication abilities and what tools are available to support consumers, teams, and families. By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to... Identify at least 3 life stage transitions for AAC users Discuss 1 or more barriers that exist for AAC users at different life stages Recommend […]

This training was developed to assist provider organizations to become qualified to deliver the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Housing Transition & Tenancy Sustaining (HTTS) service. These sessions are for: Providers who are interested in becoming qualified to deliver HTTS Existing HTTS provider employees Participants will gain knowledge of and learn how to access, refer […]

During this session, attendees will learn about TechOWL’s many initiatives and resources. Attendees will also learn how to decide on possible AAC solutions. Learn about options to find and fund AAC in Pennsylvania. By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to... Connect with TechOWL resources through the website, phone, or social media […]