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Vision For Equality Committed to supporting people with intellectual disabilities/Autism and their families

We BELIEVE that all people have a right to live a happy and meaningful life, which includes:

The power, authority, and resources to control their own destiny
A sense of belonging and acceptance for who they are
Being treated with dignity and respect
The chance to participate as valued members of their community
Options, creativity and security in their everyday lives
Meaningful and loving personal relationships
The opportunity to express their own spirituality
Access to good health care

A vision grounded firmly in community.

Today’s self-care tip is a mindset shift. Allow yourself to make decisions that feel okay for now, even if the informati...
10/15/2026

Today’s self-care tip is a mindset shift. Allow yourself to make decisions that feel okay for now, even if the information you have is incomplete. Progress is better than perfection.

10/14/2026

It is with great sadness that we share that our former Council member, Laura Bale, passed away unexpectedly last Friday. Laura was appointed to the PADDC by former Governor Wolf and served as a Council member until 2021 when she relocated to Connecticut. The world has lost a tremendous, inclusive and effective advocate. Her impact will not be forgotten. Our deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and colleagues. There will be a Celebration of Life for Laura on Saturday, October 17th, with a Zoom option listed in her obituary: https://www.gallagherfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Laura-Halle-Bale?obId=49835843

The Grief We Carry: Black and Brown Families Navigating Disability, Loss, and Hope is a powerful half-day symposium pres...
10/13/2026

The Grief We Carry: Black and Brown Families Navigating Disability, Loss, and Hope is a powerful half-day symposium presented by ABA Centers of Pennsylvania, in partnership with Ausomeness Inc. and Your Voice Heard, LLC.

This symposium is designed to explore the often-unspoken experiences of grief, resilience, advocacy, and healing within Black and Brown communities impacted by disability.
This unique gathering brings together families, self-advocates, practitioners, educators, community leaders, and policymakers to engage in meaningful conversations about the emotional, social, and systemic challenges that arise when navigating disability. Through lived experiences, professional expertise, and community-centered dialogue, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how grief can show up throughout the disability journey and how hope, healing, and collective support can help families move forward.

The symposium will examine topics such as ambiguous loss, caregiver grief, cultural perspectives on disability, mental health and wellness, community advocacy, and strategies for building stronger support systems for individuals with disabilities and their families.

Thursday, October 22, 2026
9am to 1pm
4601 Market Street

Register here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-grief-we-carry-black-and-brown-families-navigating-disability-tickets-2002316741274?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Because life can be quite unpredictable, try to build small routines that are able to stay pretty consistent. This will ...
10/13/2026

Because life can be quite unpredictable, try to build small routines that are able to stay pretty consistent. This will help you feel more in control of your life when other things might be out of your control.

Philly Fam presents: Educate to Empower:Your Family, Your Village, Speak Now; The State of Public Services and Advocacy ...
10/13/2026

Philly Fam presents: Educate to Empower:
Your Family, Your Village, Speak Now; The State of Public Services and Advocacy Basics

Come join this discussion, meet other families and find new resources!

Philly Fam is for families, by families
These trainings are for all ages and stages.

Thursday, 10/15/26 7pm - 8:30pm on Zoom

Register Here:
https://bit.ly/Oct15SOS

Getting ready to vote can be something we do together. Share a deadline with a friend, help someone find official inform...
10/09/2026

Getting ready to vote can be something we do together.

Share a deadline with a friend, help someone find official information, or talk through transportation plans. A conversation can help someone figure out their next step.

Choose one thing you can do today: check your registration, explore accessible voting options, request a mail ballot, or find your polling place.

Keep these Pennsylvania dates handy:

October 19: Deadline to register or update your registration

October 27: Deadline to apply for a mail ballot

November 3: Election Day

Find official information at vote.pa.gov.

Now get out there and vote, vote, VOTE!

Before Election Day, take a little time to know what to expect. This photo shows individuals waiting for their turn to t...
10/08/2026

Before Election Day, take a little time to know what to expect.

This photo shows individuals waiting for their turn to try the voting machine at our voting event. Getting familiar with the process is one part of preparing- and making a plan is another.

If you’re voting in person, find your assigned polling place at vote.pa.gov/Polls. Check your county election office’s website for a sample ballot you can review at your own pace. Then decide when you’ll go and how you’ll get there. Pennsylvania polls are open from 7 am to 8 p. on Tuesday, November 3.

Save this as a reminder to make your plan!

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From advocacy and inclusion to education, employment, and building stronger communities, our speakers are ready to share...
10/08/2026

From advocacy and inclusion to education, employment, and building stronger communities, our speakers are ready to share practical information and ideas you can take with you beyond the conference.

Sessions will explore meaningful inclusion and belonging, supportive decision-making, keeping IEPs on track, building strong support networks, preparing for college, PA ABLE savings, the Include Me program, and the power of self-advocacy and being heard.

To learn more about our keynote speaker, Ashley Barlow, and what she will be discussing in “The Collaborative IEP,” visit our blog.

Register Now: Saturday, October 24, 2026

The PEAL Center is excited to announce the Capitol Region Conference, a full-day event focused on advancing inclusive education and student success.

Families, educators, administrators, advocates, service providers, and community partners will come together to explore strategies, supports, and practical solutions that help children and youth with disabilities thrive.

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center
1150 Camp Hill Bypass
Camp Hill, PA 17011

Register Here:

https://www.tfaforms.com/5227771

Your vote. Your choices. Your privacy. Suzanne Erb, a longtime advocate and woman who is blind, shares what accessible v...
10/07/2026

Your vote. Your choices. Your privacy.

Suzanne Erb, a longtime advocate and woman who is blind, shares what accessible voting means to her:

“In Pennsylvania, you can vote either by mail or by using an accessible voting system. In Philadelphia, for example, because of advocacy, the hard work of activists and City Commissioners, I no longer feel that I have to worry about my ability to cast an independent and private vote - at least not during this election season. It is up to all of us, no matter how we vote, to raise our voices by voting for the candidates of our choice on November 3rd. We can not afford to take our ability to cast independent and private votes for granted. So vote like your life depends on it, because it does!”

You can also have support while making your own voting choices. If you need help voting because of a disability, you can bring someone you choose- a friend, family member, or another trusted person- to assist you.

That person cannot be your employer, union representative, or the Judge of Elections. The first time you receive assistance, you’ll be asked to sign a Declaration of Need of Assistance.

Every Pennsylvania polling place must have at least one accessible voting system. Accessible mail voting options are also available.

Explore your options: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/vote/voter-support/accessible-voting

Contact your county election office with questions about your polling place or the support available to you.

Find contact information for your county election office at vote.pa.gov/County

Getting familiar with the voting process is one way to prepare. At our voting event, participants had the opportunity to...
10/06/2026

Getting familiar with the voting process is one way to prepare. At our voting event, participants had the opportunity to try an accessible voting machine.

As you make your own plan, consider which voting option works best for you. You can vote at your assigned polling place on Election Day or apply to vote by mail. In Pennsylvania, any registered voter can request a mail-in ballot without giving a reason. Apply early so you have time to receive, complete, and return it.

The mail ballot application deadline is October 27. Your completed ballot must reach your county election office by 8 pm on Tuesday, November 3. Learn more at vote.pa.gov/MailBallot.

Address

718 Arch Street Ste 600N
Philadelphia, PA
19106

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12159233349

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