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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has released the latest edition of the Positive Approaches Journal, a resource dedicated to advancing support for individuals with intellectual …
Pennsylvania DHS Highlights New Research to Support Individuals with Disabilities Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Downingtown Area School District (DASD) is dedicating April to Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, highlighting its mission to build an inclusive community that values neurodiversity and …
Downingtown Area School District Promotes Inclusion During Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move to address the growing needs of older adults affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia, Governor Josh Shapiro has signed legislation establishing Pennsylvania’s first-ever Alzheimer’s, …
Pennsylvania Establishes First Alzheimer’s and Dementia Division with Bipartisan Backing Read More
BERWYN, PA, ANDOVER, MA, and CHARLOTTE, NC — Melmark has received an unprecedented endowment gift of over $30 million from an anonymous donor. This historic donation, the largest in the …
Melmark Receives $30 Million Endowment to Support Autism and Disability Services Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) has unveiled a crucial safety tool aimed at fostering safer interactions between law enforcement officers and individuals with autism. This initiative involves …
Pennsylvania State Police Launch Safety Initiative for Individuals with Autism Read More
Dr. Todd Harris discusses Devereux’s Autism Services, emphasizing the importance of inclusion and support for individuals with autism. Learn more about their programs and initiatives for children, adolescents, and adults.
Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month: Celebrating differences, promoting inclusion Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Lately, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has taken an extraordinary step towards ensuring better everyday life for individuals grappling with challenges such as mental health …
Aging Gracefully in the Face of Intellectual Disabilities and Autism: A Roadmap for Pennsylvania Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services (DHS) is celebrating the appointment of Kristin Ahrens, Deputy Secretary for the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), as a board member-at-large at the …
Pennsylvania’s Deputy Secretary for ODP, Kristin Ahrens, Appointed to National Board for Developmental Disabilities Services Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging held its annual Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders (ADRD) Virtual Forum. The forum, which attracted over 400 attendees, serves to educate, …
Pennsylvania Department of Aging Hosts 2023 ADRD Virtual Forum, Highlights Lewy Body and Frontotemporal Dementias Read More
Alzheimer’s is a type of progressive neurodegenerative disease, leading to deterioration in cognitive function (i.e. the ability to process thought). People with dementia go through a range of emotions like …
Impact of Music and Dance on Alzheimer’s Read More