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Join us for our Annual Spring Job & Career Fair on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 10 AM – 2 PM! Job seekers will have the opportunity to connect with 50+ employers from across Beaver County and Allegheny County representing healthcare, energy, manufacturing, education, logistics, skilled trades, professional services, and more.

Event info here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BYEKCUX9K/

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Event in Center, PA by PA CareerLink Beaver County on Thursday, April 9 202617 posts in the discussion.

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Hiram G. Andrews Center provides Individualized vocational rehabilitation services and on-site post-secondary education training. Transition-age students, parents, and teachers are welcome to attend to learn more about their program in Johnstown, PA.

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Join us for a tour of the library! Participants will also learn how to obtain a library card and how to check out a book.

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Register here: Music Meets Football | autismpittsburgh

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The Special Olympics Pennsylvania mobile plunge unit experience will be at our Center Exit location 131 Pleasant Dr, Aliquippa, PA along with food trucks, vendors, music, & more! from 10 am - 1 pm.

Experience the magic of Plunge (10:30 am-11:30 am) and support Special Olympics Pennsylvania athletes by jumping into our mobile plunge unit.

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Event in Center, PA by BCRC on Wednesday, April 15 2026

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A hands-on, interactive workshop in partnership with the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse on practical upcycling from 6-8 pm. Discover what creative reuse is, why it matters, and how to bring sustainable practices into your home, classroom, or community- then roll up your sleeves and create windchimes from reclaimed materials to take home.

Register here: Neighborhood North Museum of Play online tickets - GENERIC.ROUTES.PRODUCTPAGE

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Smart Money Strategies for People with Disabilities -4/16/26

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Smart Money Strategies for People with Disabilities -4/16/26

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Participants will learn proven budgeting approaches like the 50/30/20 rule and the envelope system, explore real-life examples relevant to people with disabilities, and discover simple ways to start saving. 10am-11am

Register here: Family Trust - Financial Empowerment Webinar

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Family Trust - Financial Empowerment Webinar

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Championing Inclusion: Special Olympics Pennsylvania - 4/22/26

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Championing Inclusion: Special Olympics Pennsylvania - 4/22/26

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Discover how inclusive sports and community leadership can transform lives. Join us for a community-centered webinar with Special Olympics Pennsylvania to learn how their free, year-round sports training, health programs, leadership opportunities, and inclusive school initiatives are bringing people together across our region.

Register here: Family Trust - Championing Inclusion

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Smart Money Strategies for People with Disabilities

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Discover how inclusive sports and community leadership can transform lives. Join us for a community-centered webinar with Special Olympics Pennsylvania to learn how their free, year-round sports training, health programs, leadership opportunities, and inclusive school initiatives are bringing people together across our region.

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Mars Autism Friendly Open Mic Night - 4/9/26

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Mars Autism Friendly Open Mic Night - 4/9/26

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Everyone is welcome to come and have fun, regardless of musical experience! We have mics, keyboards, guitars, amps, and percussion available! Snacks and soft drinks will be provided at no cost.

Register here: 4/9/2026 Open Mic @ MARS AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL | Band Together

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Learn About PA ABLE and Expand Your Opportunities - 4/8/26

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Learn About PA ABLE and Expand Your Opportunities - 4/8/26

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The PA ABLE Savings Program provides individuals with qualifying disabilities opportunities to Achieve a Better Life Experience. PA ABLE is a tax-free way to save for a wide range of disability-related expenses – from clothing to rent to transportation to education, assistive technology and more. PA ABLE powers your life experiences, giving you opportunities for more fun, more financial security or more of what you want to be all while maintaining important benefits.

Register here: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

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Big Feelings, Real Solutions: Helping Your Child Through Challenging Behaviors - 4/15 & 4/29/26

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Big Feelings, Real Solutions: Helping Your Child Through Challenging Behaviors - 4/15 & 4/29/26

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This is a free two-part community training series.

• Identify and manage your child’s behavior

• Learn therapeutic aggression control techniques

• Work with experienced and compassionate BVIU trainers

Register here: Big Feelings, Real Solutions: Helping Your Child Through Challenging Behaviors

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A Guide to Help Families Access Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)

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A Guide to Help Families Access Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)

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Parent and Family Support Meeting - 4/6/26

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Parent and Family Support Meeting - 4/6/26

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We have invited five local organizations and camps to share information about their summer programs for students with disabilities. Presenters will discuss what participants will learn, how they will benefit, and the lasting impact these experiences can provide. Some of these programs may also qualify as your child’s Extended School Year (ESY) programming.Anyone interested in attending can register by contacting Vicki Donne at donne@rmu.edu or Deanna Hiltz at hiltzd@rmu.edu or by completing the Google Registration Form (https://forms.gle/kERFVSU9xaLFZQcR7).

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Secondary Transition Night @ Beaver - 4/30/26

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Secondary Transition Night @ Beaver - 4/30/26

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This event is designed to support students with disabilities and their families by providing valuable information about the programs, services, and resources available to assist with the transition from high school to adult life.

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Autism Acceptance Walk with Beaver County - 4/28/26

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Autism Acceptance Walk with Beaver County - 4/28/26

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This is a free event! Come celebrate with us as we promote acceptance and inclusion for individuals with Autism in our community. Please park at the Ice Arena and enter on that side to find our welcome tent and resources. Address: 121 Bradys Run Rd, Beaver Falls, PA 15010

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An Online Safety Guide for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the People Who Support Them

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An Online Safety Guide for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the People Who Support Them

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Inside this guide, you will learn about:

-Positives and negatives of being online

-Eight tips for online safety

-Important information to remember

-Guidance for supporters

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Talking About Sexuality Workshop - 5/11/26

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Talking About Sexuality Workshop - 5/11/26

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Talking about sexuality with your young and grown loved ones with disabilities can be difficult. As parents, guardians, and family members, we often worry whether talking about it gives permission and whether they can be safe from harm when they are in relationships. This workshop written and designed by Elevatus Training LLC will help you become more comfortable and prepared for these conversations. Register here: Healthy Sexuality | Institute on Disabilities | Temple University

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Temple University Institute on Disabilities

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The D.R.E.A.M. Partnership was formed by parents and professionals in Central Pennsylvania who have extensive knowledge related to students with intellectual disabilities and postsecondary education. There are limited options for students with intellectual disabilities after high school, but we want to change that. College is an option and the D.R.E.A.M. Partnership can help students with intellectual disabilities live their dream, after high school and beyond.

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About D.R.E.A.M. - D.R.E.A.M. Partnership

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Dreams Realized through Education Aspiration Model (D.R.E.A.M.) The D.R.E.A.M. Partnership was formed by parents and professionals in Central Pennsylvania who have extensive knowledge related to students with intellectual disabilities and postsecondary education. There are limited options for students with intellectual disabilities after high school, but we want to change that. College is an option and […]

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Alternatives to Guardianship for Transition Age Adults

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Alternatives to Guardianship for Transition Age Adults

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PA Connecting Communities Spring 2026 Event Book 

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PA Connecting Communities Spring 2026 Event Book 

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Join us for a variety of informative and empowering sessions! Topics include:

Maintaining Healthy Skin

Facilitating Healing in People with IDD

Thriving with Vision Loss

Diabetic/Insulin Class (Recertification Available)

The Fatal Five

Internet Safety (for Self-Advocates)

Sexuality Series (for Self-Advocates)

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HCQU West Trainings & Events - Milestone Centers, Inc.

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Centers for People with Developmental & Behavioral Health Challenges

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Beaver County Developmental Supports | Beaver Falls PA

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Beaver County Developmental Supports, Beaver Falls. 173 likes · 12 talking about this. All people have the right to live, love, work, play, and pursue their vision. We can build bridges by sharing…

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Home and Community Based Services and Waivers Fact Sheet

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Home and Community Based Services and Waivers Fact Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions about Social Security Benefits

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Frequently Asked Questions about Social Security Benefits

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Frequently Asked Questions about Social Security Benefits for Adults

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Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Servies

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Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Servies

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Learns what the PUNS Form is and how it relates to waiver services.

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PUNS Prioritization of Urgency Needs for Services

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The Beaver County System of Care is the right place for you to connect with treatment and community resources in Beaver County

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PA Navigate connects Pennsylvanians with health and social care services in their local community.

Find help now with food, housing, utilities, transportation and more by entering your zip code.

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Find social services that serve your area, anywhere in the US

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The PA Family Network is a statewide peer-peer support that is offered at no cost to people with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities, and Autism and their families.

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The PA Family Network serves three critical roles: Supporting families' needs using the "Charting the LifeCourse Tools" to: Develop a vision for an Everyday Life Assist families in finding the information they need, when they need it.

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Office of Developmental Programs Training Resource Center

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Office of Developmental Programs Training Resource Center

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This resource has been created by The Office of Developmental Programs to keep stakeholders informed as to relevant news and information as it happens. MyODP News Online is available also in a Weekly Digest that is sent each Friday and contains all of the week's posted news in abstract.

Please check the MyODP News Online front page for the regular updates, or subscribe to our RSS feed to receive real-time updates. Story suggestions and/or comments about MyODP News Online may be sent to: ra-pwmyodp@pa.gov

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Milestone’s Health Care Quality Unit (HCQU) West

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Milestone’s Health Care Quality Unit (HCQU) West

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Milestone’s Health Care Quality Unit (HCQU) West is an integral part of a long-term initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare, Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) to support and improve the physical and behavioral healthcare services for citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Milestone HCQU West is committed to supporting and improving physical and behavioral […]

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LifeCourse Nexus - Exchange Knowledge | Build Capacity | Engage Collaboratively

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The earliest symptoms of ASD can emerge between 6 - 18 months of age, with reliable diagnosis possible by 24 months. These symptoms are developmental "red flags" and do not necessarily mean your child has ASD but you may want to contact your child's doctor if you notice these symptoms in your child.

This manual, developed by the Rochester Institute of Technology, in conjunction with other up and coming higher learning institutes, and funded by the Autism Speaks Family Services Community Grant, is designed to help colleges and universities prepare to support individuals with autism attending college and help them succeed.

The ASERT Collaborative and the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services, provide resources for Pennsylvanians with autism, their families, communities and the providers who support them.

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PAAutism.org, an ASERT Autism Resource Guide

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The ASERT Collaborative and the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services, provide resources for Pennsylvanians with autism, their families, communities and the providers who support them.

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Office of Developmental Programs -Gold Book 

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Office of Developmental Programs -Gold Book 

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PEAL Center - Planning for the Future Transition Checklist

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PEAL Center - Planning for the Future Transition Checklist