Intellectual Disabilities
Events
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Pennhurst Documentary Screening
Community Behavioral Health 801 Market St., Philadelphia, United StatesScreening of Pennhurst Documentary and Panel Discussion In honor of Developmental disAbilities Awareness Month, DBHIDS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in collaboration with Intellectual disAbility Services, will host a screening of the Pennhurst documentary to increase awareness and advocacy and promote equitable support and training for our workforce and community. Participants will view the documentary and attend a panel discussion to learn and preserve the history of individuals with lived experience, support workers, and family members. Prerequisite: Please view the 18-minute, short documentary: Visionary Voices | Leaders Lessons Legacy, which will [...]
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2024 Autism Fathers Conference
ASPIRA Educational Campus 6301 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, United StatesThe 2024 Autism Fathers Conference is an engaging safe space where all fathers of children with autism are welcome to recognize, acknowledge, and empower one another. Join us as we exchange personal stories, expert insights, support resources, and more. Those who identify as other than male caregivers, are welcomed, as we have a safe space for you as well.
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32nd Annual Brighter Futures Awards
Live Hotel 900 Packer Ave., Philadelphia, United StatesEvery year at the “My City, My Place” Brighter Futures Awards, the DBHIDS Division of Intellectual disAbility Services and its Public Awareness Committee announce award winners from nominated community members or groups who made a difference in others’ lives and support individuals registered with Philadelphia Intellectual disAbility Services. The Brighter Futures Awards are for individuals from all walks of life: neighbors, people with disabilities, teachers, friends, family, employers, co-workers, spiritual leaders, civic groups, organizations, self-advocates, medical professionals, political leaders, businessmen, and businesswomen. Save the date, and be sure to join [...]
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NAMI Walks Philly
Friends Hospital 4641 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, United StatesNAMI Philadelphia provides free mental health resources to the community and we need YOUR help! Amplify your impact by creating or joining a team! 🏃♂️💚 Why Team Up? ✨ We are stronger together ✨ Team fundraising can help you multiply your impact! ✨ The more your raise, the more NAMI ⭐swag⭐ you can earn! ✨ Walking with friends, family, or colleagues get us one step closer to our mission of #MentalHealth4All Every step you take together brings us closer to our goal of raising $150,000 for mental health - become [...]
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Life Planning Information Session
SpArc Philadelphia 2350 W Westmoreland Street, Philadelphia, United StatesPlease join us Wednesday, January 29th at 10 am for an information session regarding Life Planning Services 2350 W Westmoreland Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140 In this complimentary session, we will cover the basics of Life Planning including ● Long-term planning for participants and caregivers ● Strategies and help with state, federal, and community financial planning ● Customized individual and family adult advocacy and transition planning During this session, you will hear from experienced leaders from Leahy Life Plan, family members, caregivers, and agency staff. We aim to provide valuable information [...]
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Disability Awareness Event
Deliverance Evangelistic Church 2001 West Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin us for Informative Workshops, Exhibit & Resource Tables, Awards, Door Prizes, Giveaways, & Promotional Bags! FREE Breakfast & Lunch! Many service organizations will be present to provide INFORMATIVE WORKSHOPS highlighting EARLY DIAGNOSIS, EARLY INTERVENTION 0ry - 3yrs, PRE-SCHOOL 4yrs - 5yrs, SCHOOL AGE YEARS 5yrs - 22yrs, TRANSITIONAL YEARS 14yrs - 22yrs, ADULT LIFE 18yrs & up, and SENIOR LIVING 42yrs & up. ALL ARE WELCOMED BUT NO CHILDREN ALLOWED! $10 DONATION APPRECIATED
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Neurodiversity & Beyond Resource Fair
Green Tree School & Services 1196 E. Washington Lane, Philadelphia, United StatesThe Neurodiversity and Beyond Fair brings together families, students, and community partners to explore exciting opportunities for the future. Our goal is to create a fun, informative, and inclusive space where families can connect with essential community resources, including behavioral and mental health services, advocacy programs, mentoring, after-school programs, vocational services, transition supports, and learn more about college and career pathways.
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Inclusive Recreation Resource Webinar
Online , United StatesJoin us free of charge for a webinar covering the benefits of inclusive recreation and play for all Commonwealth residents. We will also cover how to create inclusive recreational spaces in your communities with no previous experience or upfront cost.
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COMHAR’s Community Wellness Block Party
COMHAR 100 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesIn honor of COMHAR's 50th Anniversary, COMHAR will be hosting a community block party to honor the people we serve. Wellness activities, children's activities, entertainment, community resources, healthy snacks will all be available.
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Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
Zion Baptist Church 3600 N Broad Street, Philadelphia, United StatesStorytelling 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 seeking to become 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 interactive activities will enhance this [...]
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