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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through its Office for Civil Rights (OCR), has reached a pivotal settlement agreement with the State of Maryland. …
HHS Settles with Maryland to Enhance Disability Rights in Public Services Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently unveiled the latest edition of the Positive Approaches Journal, a pivotal resource aimed at enhancing the lives of individuals …
Pennsylvania’s Positive Approaches Journal Highlights Trauma-Informed Practices for Autism Support Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The U.S. Attorney’s Office has secured a settlement with Aqua Services, Inc. to improve access to customer service for individuals with disabilities. The settlement, announced by U.S. …
Settlement Reached to Enhance Accessibility for Aqua Services Customers Read More
HARRISBUG, PA — As National Disability Employment Awareness Month is recognized across Pennsylvania, the spotlight turns to the state’s ongoing efforts to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The …
Breaking Barriers: Pennsylvania Champions Disability Employment Amid New Challenges Read More
FORTY FORT, PA — In a significant development for individuals with disabilities, Pennsylvania’s Achieving a Better Life Experience (PA ABLE) Savings Program has exceeded $125 million in assets. This milestone …
Record-Breaking Triumph: PA ABLE Program’s $125 Million Milestone Transforms Lives for Pennsylvanians with Disabilities! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced the addition of nine new Compassionate Allowances (CAL) conditions and revisions to two existing conditions. This expansion aims to streamline the …
Social Security Administration Expands Compassionate Allowances Program Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced the initiation of an accessibility study aimed at enhancing access and mobility for individuals with disabilities throughout the Pennsylvania Capitol Complex. This study, …
Shapiro Administration Launches Accessibility Study for Pennsylvania Capitol Complex Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe celebrated National Disability Independence Day on July 26 with a visit to the County Cup. This …
Chester County Celebrates National Disability Independence Day with a Focus on Job Training Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has announced a significant new investment aimed at enhancing job opportunities for Pennsylvanians with disabilities. On Wednesday, Secretary Rick …
Pennsylvania Invests in Job Training for People with Disabilities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has published the latest issue of the Positive Approaches Journal. This edition provides recent research aimed at assisting people with …
Pennsylvania DHS Releases New Research on Trauma-Informed Care for Disabilities Read More