Philadelphia Autism Project Conference

11th Annual Philadelphia Autism Project Conference. Understanding Autistic Masking: Mental Health, Identity and Belonging The 2026 Philadelphia Autism Project Conference will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Academy of Natural Sciences, located at 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103. This year's conference will explore the topic of understanding autistic masking: mental health, identity, and belonging. We are proud to share that our very own Khylil Robinson - Community Autism Peer Specialist from DBHIDS, will serve as a panelist, presenting on [...]

Christine Drake2026-09-01T09:14:21-04:00August 26th, 2026|Autism|

Out of the Darkness Community Walk

Out of the Darkness Community Walks raise funds, support research, create educational programs, and provide a community for those affected by suicide.

Christine Drake2026-08-25T12:35:45-04:00August 25th, 2026|Community, Event Registration, Family, Grief, LGBTQ, Men's Health, Mental Health, Self Care, Suicide Prevention, Veterans, Women's Health|

Rooted in Resiliency Health and Wellness Event

This project seeks to promote mental health and wellness in partnership with Representative Joseph Hohenstein’s Office by increasing access to and awareness of the behavioral health, mental health, addiction services offered by DBHIDS and various treatment providers. With the addition of hands-on gardening opportunities, it gives all community members, regardless of accessibility needs, the ability to connect to nature and be in touch with ‘roots’ and encourage overall physical and mental wellness.

Christine Drake2026-07-06T08:46:37-04:00July 6th, 2026|Community, Mental Health|

Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training

Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length, delivered in a PowerPoint format, and [...]

Christine Drake2026-03-10T14:36:32-04:00March 10th, 2026|Addiction, Community, Faith-Based, Family, Mental Health, Peer Specialists, Self Care, Storytelling, Training, Trauma, wellness|