“These changes are a step forward in the treatment of youth who are being incarcerated in increasing numbers in recent years.” said Kelly Darr, Legal Director at Disability Rights Pennsylvania.

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We want to inform you about recent Social Security Administration (SSA) changes that may impact the disability community in Pennsylvania:
- SSA Resumes Debt Collections
- New ID Proofing Requirements
- Office Closures and Reduced Staff

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“We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer Garman as our next CEO,” said Shirley Keith Knox, Chair of the DRP Board of Directors.

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Our Intake System will be closed from March 24- 28, 2025 for internal quality assessment.

You can access the resources on our website for self-advocacy assistance & file a grievance using our online grievance form at any time.

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"Administration officials say that, because of limited funding, the state can’t provide rate hikes for the roughly 270,000 agency workers in the commonwealth."

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The PA Public Utility Commission is looking for public members of the Telecommunications Relay Service Advisory Board. The Board functions as a user group providing guidance in such areas as problem solving and future enhancements.

You can find out more here: www.puc.pa.gov/telecommunic...

“It is unconscionable that the DOC is refusing to provide Mr. Topper with a communication tool they have known he needs for years.”

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“But I think a lot of people forget that the ADA was the floor. It was not the ceiling. So it was the beginning of rights for us, but it was not the end.”

Yesterday was the 35th anniversary of the Capitol Crawl. Learn more here:

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Disability Rights PA along with other Pennsylvania disability organizations sent a letter to Congress opposing cuts or changes to the Medicaid program.

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#HandsOffOurMedicaid #AdvocacyMatters

We want to hear from you!

Use the QR code or the link below to access the survey and share your expertise on Peer Supports in Pennsylvania.

Link to survey: form.jotform.com/243463120036...

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! DRP celebrates the contributions of people with developmental disabilities. People with developmental disabilities are valuable members of our communities and deserve full participation in all aspects of life.

Medicaid keeps people in their homes and communities. Proposed cuts would gut essential services, leaving millions of older adults, people w/ disabilities, and caregivers struggling.

Use this link to contact Congress: ow.ly/XSJ950V33oq

Call today to tell them #handsoffourmedicaid

Our intake will also be closed in the afternoon on both February 18th and 20th for staff meetings.

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DRP will be closed for President’s Day beginning at 12pm on Friday, February 14th and on February 17th.

You can access the resources on our website for self-advocacy assistance here: disabilityrightspa.org/resources/

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Thank you to Speaking for Ourselves for sharing. The Philadelphia Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (OPD) wants to hear from individuals w/ disabilities about access to resources in your neighborhood.

Complete the survey here: bit.ly/OPD_Disabili...

Today is the Medicaid Day of Action!

Tell Congress: You can't cut $2.3 trillion from Medicaid without hurting people with disabilities. Our voice matters.
Call your lawmaker now at 866-426-2631 and tell them: NO CUTS TO OUR HEALTH CARE.

#handsoffourmedicaid