State Advocacy Organizations

Catalogue of Supports and Services

Catalogue of Supports and Services

An overview of programs and support services offered to people living with a disability in PA.

Accessible Parking for People with Disabilities

Accessible Parking for People with Disabilities

This booklet describes the issues relating to parking for people with disabilities in reference to the what the law does and does not provide.

Pennsylvania Parents and Caregivers Resource Network

http://www.ppcrn.org/

Pennsylvania Parents and Caregivers Resource Network provides information, training and networking which links together parents, caregivers, and develops parent groups throughout Pennsylvania. They have also put together the following resource to assist grassroots advocates:

Quick Ideas for Starting Grassroots Groups and Keeping Them Healthy

Ideas RĂ¡pidas para Comenzar Grupos Comunitarios y Mantenerlos Saludables

Networking Directory of Pennsylvania Parents & Caregiver Groups & Individuals


Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council

http://www.paddc.org

An organization created by a federal bill to create a state plan that will lead to a more inclusive and productive life for people with developmental disabilities. Visit their website for grant opportunities, publications, and contact information of other local advocates.

The ARC

http://www.thearc.org

The ARC offers resources on advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. On their webpage, click "Resources" for fact sheets and other publications or "Federal Legislative Action Center" for information on public policy activities at the national level and how to get involved.

Local Task Force Brochure (pdf format)

Right to Education Task Force. A group of parents and professionals serving as the community watchdog to ensure that the Right to Education Consent Agreement is carried out in Pennsylvania.

Brochure