Philadelphia Parent Support Groups

07/26/2025

The National Council on Disability is proud to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. NCD first recommended an ADA in its 1986 report and authored the first draft in its 1988 report. Read all of our reports at NCD.gov

07/24/2025

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health has declared a Heat Caution for Friday, 7/25, and Saturday, 7/26, and the hot weather may continue into next week. During extreme heat, it’s important to check on your neighbors, especially older adults, people with chronic health conditions who are more likely to get sick, and anyone who lives alone. Make sure they have access to air conditioning, are staying hydrated, and know how to call for help if they need it.

Stay cool:
Stay in air conditioning at home or in a cool public space. For free or discounted indoor activities, visit www.art-reach.org or call (267) 515-6720.
The hottest part of the day is from about 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; try to stay out of the sun and avoid strenuous activities, if possible.
Stay hydrated. Drink water or fruit juice even if you don’t feel thirsty.
If you are hot and don’t feel well, call a doctor. Call 911 if you think someone is having an emergency.

Stay informed:
Stay connected with emergency information by signing up for free city alerts. Text READYPHILA to 888-777 for texts sent directly to your phone.
Extreme Heat Guide – www.phila.gov/heat: This includes information about health risks during extreme heat and tools to help you stay cool.
Blog Post – Feeling hot, hot, hot? Beat the heat this summer – bit.ly/PHLBeatTheHeat: This includes a list of 10 things you can do to stay cool this summer in Philadelphia.
Utility Emergency Services Fund – (215) 814-6835 or visit www.uesfacts.org: Utility and housing assistance and more. Residents can call to learn about and enroll in state and federal benefits.

07/09/2025

Heat Emergency Resources

07/07/2025

Here is a list of sites to take your trash during the strike.

07/07/2025

Due to the National Weather Service predicting an extended forecast that includes three consecutive days of significant heat, Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Services is declaring a CODE RED now through 8 p.m. Wednesday.

https://www.phila.gov/services/safety-emergency-preparedness/extreme-weather/code-red/

07/03/2025

Happy 4th of July from Vision for Equality to you and your family. Vision for Equality
celebrates freedom, liberty and justice for all.

Our offices will be closed on July 3rd and 4th and we will reopen on Monday July 7th.

Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July Weekend.

07/03/2025

Final call-to-action
Although the consequences are urgent, please know that your voice matters.
Could you contact your Representative?

https://action.thearc.org/hIwNgo4?p2asource=fb-2025-0702&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR7MltlW-IboGrgmd9NkL-pCQTSlAMeGJrvG2Za0QEiKUnDAUyEavCG3PJ7XKQ_aem_y5-yRnsYUY_m5_iBc45YUA

Congress must act to protect Medicaid & SNAP for people with disabilities and their families! No one should have to go without needed food or health care. []

07/02/2025

Calling all Parents, Caregivers, Community Partners!

Save the Date

Back-To-School Carnival

Date: August 8th, 2025

Time: 11am-3pm

Location: St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Parking Lot

160 E. Erie Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134

07/01/2025

Keep contacting your Legislators.

Lawmakers have taken a dangerous step. Today, July 1, 2025, the Senate passed an amended version of H.R. 1, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” - a sweeping bill that would cut vital programs and strip away protections for people with disabilities. The Senate version of this bill has even bigger cuts to these services.
If this bill becomes law, it will:

📌Take away Medicaid services for millions of Americans, and over 700,000 Pennsylvanians.
📌Eliminate around 61,000 Pennsylvania jobs that are heavily funded by Medicaid dollars.
📌Cut federal funds to SNAP, which may mean that Pennsylvania won’t be able to have a continued SNAP program.
📌Reduce staffing regulations on nursing homes and long-term care facilities.

No matter the name, they mean the same thing: cuts, burdens, and barriers for our community. There is no room for compromise here. H.R. 1 must be opposed. Take action by following instructions below!

Use this link to tell Congress
https://secure.everyaction.com/tZYmQsJTmUCSKoq1lpI8jg2

Call the U.S. House Switchboard at (202) 224-3121

06/24/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19UXCcLEtL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

DRP would like to hear your opinions!

We invite you to fill out our online survey to provide feedback on the issues that matter most to individuals with disabilities, along with the families and organizations supporting them.

The online survey will be available until August 4, 2025.

We look forward to hearing from you and appreciate your input!

Find survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6BSSFHZ

06/21/2025

The City of Philadelphia has declared a heat emergency through Wednesday, June 25, 2025.

During very hot weather, the City will declare a Heat Health Emergency, which activates several City services to keep our residents safe.

06/19/2025

You’re Invited to
ADA Anniversary Community BBQ! 🎉
We’re firing up the grill to celebrate 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act and YOU’RE invited!

Friday, July 18
12 PM – 3 PM
Carol Ann Campbell Apartments – 5526 Vine Street, Philadelphia

Join Liberty Resources, Consumers, Caregivers and community partners for an afternoon of:

FREE BBQ lunch (veggie options too!)
Music & good vibes
Giveaways + raffles
Community Resource Tables

Join our Side-Dish Cook-Off Competition!
Bring your best side-dish for our judges to try... and possibly win a prize!

Please complete RSVP form by July 7: https://www.jotform.com/build/251544112562146

Are you a Community Partner interested in hosting a resource table?
Sign up via the link above or contact AymeeOneill@LibertyResources.org

Let’s celebrate independence, inclusion, and community!