By Kate Giammarise / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Tejus Sharathchandra stands in front of the room, a “Happy 21st Birthday” balloon tied to his jeans, wearing a bright orange “21 years of being awesome!” T-shirt. Dozens of his peers at the UPMC…
By Susan Jennings and Ashley May, Daily Record/Sunday News Suzanne Keim and her daughter, Sarah Keeney, have a typical mother-daughter relationship. Suzanne hands her daughter a tissue if her nose is running, fusses with her hair and reminds her where…
By Kate Giammarise / Pittsburgh Post-Gazett (http://goo.gl/sDCx9I) Abbey Etling lifts the sippy cup to her lips and drinks from it. It’s a small gesture, but one that is laden with meaning for her mother, Sandy Etling. Being able to lift…
We are hearing that Pennsylvania is very close to having a state budget approved - so close that we can feel it! The PA Waiting List Campaign has met with the Governor and his staff and educated nearly 90 legislators…
The Pennsylvania Waiting List Campaign met with Governor Tom Wolf on Monday, April 18, 2016 and brought your family’s needs to the table. The Governor is diligently working with the Legislature to secure additional funding for many human services and…
It’s the time of year when budgets are being decided and agencies are asking you to contact your Pennsylvania State Legislator. There are several basic things you should know. Legislators do care about their own constituents – first. So your…
December 14, 2015 Wait List Campaign, The Campaign Trail Annual Newsletter Autism Services in Pennsylvania The Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), Bureau of Autism Services (BAS) administers two innovative service delivery models designed specifically for…
The House Human Service Committee will hold a Hearing scheduled for March 21st 10AM to 1:00 PM that will look at the issues surrounding families who have a son or daughter with disabilities who care for them at home throughout…
Dear Wanda, I have been hearing about the “Waiver Renewal”, but I don’t really understand what that means. Will it impact the waiting list or services? Sincerely, Concerned Parent Dear Concerned, The Home and Community Based Waivers are developed by…
