Independence
These resources are designed to help young adults with autism navigate the world as independently as possible.
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PA Gathering: Public Safety and Well-Being
This resource contains information from the second PA Gathering held on July 22, 2021. This contains resources that complement the discussion topic as well as a recording from the event.
Read morePA Health Law Project
PHLP is a nationally recognized expert and consultant on access to health care for low-income consumers, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Read morePA Medicaid Managed Care Organization (MCO)
This section of the DHS website contains information for partners and providers on managed health care.
Read morePA Online Voter Registration
Eligible voters in Pennsylvania now have the option of voting online through register.votesPA.com.
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PA Secondary Transition Guide
Resources from Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network to facilitate and aid a young person's progress toward the attainment of goals related to education, employment, and community living.
Read moreParents Guide to Getting Good Care
This website from the Child Mind Institute, provides information for parents to ensure they are getting good care for their child.
Read moreParole Hearing – Social Stories
These social stories discuss what to expect if you have to go through a parole hearing.
Read moreParticipating in a Sleep Study Social Story
This resource provides information about what to expect when you do a sleep study.
Read morePat Down Searches – What to Expect Social Story
These social stories were created to describe the process of pat down searches and what to expect for individuals with autism.
Read morePause for Positives
This resource is designed to remind all of us that there are reasons to feel positive each day.
Read morePCCY Child HealthWatch HelpLine
Child Health Watch Helpline assists families in finding health insurance for their children.
Read morePCHC Gastrointestinal System Training for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities (I/DD)
PCHC Gastrointestinal System Training for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities (I/DD)
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