Voice and Vision, Inc.

10/22/2025

Members of the Voice and Vision team attended the Veterans Resource Fair hosted by the Delaware County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. They had a great time connecting with veterans from our local community and sharing about CompeerCORPS. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table to learn about our services. Pictured here is our CEO, Valerie Melroy, and our CompeerCORPS Outreach Leader, Rev. Ben Nelson. Click here to learn more about CompeerCORPS: https://voiceandvisioninc.org/compeercorps/

10/22/2025

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). At Voice and Vision, we employ and support individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities. If you are a local employer, there are many things you can do to support people with disabilities as they find value within your organization.

Pictured here is a proclamation released recently from Governor Shapiro to officially approve the recognition month to celebrate the 80th anniversary of this celebrated month "which focuses on education around disability employment
issues, the importance of inclusive policies and practices, and celebrates the many and varied ways America's workers with disabilities participate in the workforce."

You can also check out this video from the PA Department of Human Services Deputy Secretary, Kristin Ahrens, with a special message for NDEAM: https://palms-awss3-repository.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/MyODP_Content/GoTo/NDEAM+Ahrens+Video.mp4

10/22/2025

In honor of Augmentative and Alternative Communication Month, TechOWL is hosting two upcoming webinars!

TechOWL is a program of the Institute on Disabilities at Temple University, College of Education and Human Development. During these webinars, Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) from the Institute will help participants enhance their AAC knowledge.

Wednesday, October 22 at Noon
Topic: Exploring Alternative Access Modes for AAC

Wednesday, October 29 at Noon
Topic: Exploring AAC Apps: Deep Dive & Demo

Click here to learn more and complete the required registration for the free webinars: https://disabilities.temple.edu/assistive-technology/aac-awareness-month-webinar-series

Institute on Disabilities at Temple University, College of Education

10/22/2025

It's time for ! Today we're sharing about the evidence of the benefits we can experience for our mental health when we spend time outdoors. Join us on October 27th as we implement this tip and head outside for our guided nature walk! See our previous post for more details.

You can read the full article published by Deconstructing Stigma here: https://shorturl.at/GrUYu

10/19/2025

Check out this post from Falls Township Police Department regarding updates in Bucks County for Project Dash donation locations!

📣 Exciting Update for Christopher Cramp’s Project DASH!

We are thrilled to announce new donation drop-off locations to support Christopher Cramp’s Project DASH:

🔥 BBFA Bristol Boro Fire Association
🥒 Giovanni’s Dillicious Pickles
💼 Krajewski Agency Valor Insurance: 8622 New Falls Rd
📚 Morrisville Free Library

Christopher was a dedicated volunteer firefighter with American Hook, Hose & Ladder, and we are especially proud to partner with Bristol Boro Fire Association as a drop-off site in honor of his service to the community.

Every donation helps us continue Christopher’s mission of giving back to those in need in our community.

Thank you for helping keep his legacy alive! ❤️

10/17/2025

Grab your binoculars and join us for a Birding & Nature Walk! 🦅🐦🌳Registration required, see flyer for details.

10/16/2025

Come on out this Saturday for the Veterans Resource Fair and stop by our table to learn more about CompeerCORPS! 🇺🇸

🇺🇸 Delaware County Military & Veterans Affairs Resource Fair 🇺🇸

Join us for our upcoming Veterans Resource Fair , a day dedicated to connecting service members, veterans, and their families with the benefits, services, and support they deserve. 💙❤️

📅 Date: October 18, 2025
🕘 Time: 12:00 PM- 3:00 PM
📍 Location: 767 Beech Ave. Glenolden PA 19036

Come meet with representatives from community organizations, VA benefits specialists, local nonprofits, and more. Whether you’re seeking assistance with claims, tax exemptions, health services, education, or employment, this event is for you!

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to gather valuable resources and connect with others in our veteran community.
For more information, contact our office:
📞 (610) 891-4646
📧 veterans@co.delaware.pa.us


Vendor Link 🔗 Below ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://forms.office.com/g/p12fxsXjvg

10/16/2025

Today is Global Peer Support Celebration Day! This annual worldwide event celebrates the work of peer supporters who provide hope and assistance to others navigating mental health, addiction, and trauma-related challenges. The day serves to recognize their significant contributions and raise public awareness about the importance of peer support.


What is Global Peer Support Celebration Day?

It is an annual international event to honor peer supporters.

It raises awareness about the vital role peer supporters play in the recovery and inclusion of people with mental health, addiction, and trauma-related challenges.

Peer supporters leverage their own lived experiences to help others.

How to participate?

Share stories: Tell stories about how peer support has impacted your life or the lives of others.

Express gratitude: Send thank-you notes or messages to peer supporters.

Amplify awareness: Spread the word about peer support's importance by sharing information and resources.

Join events: Look for local and online events, such as the Peer Support Summit hosted by the Mental Health Association in Delaware on October 16, 2025.

Visit the website of the National Association of Peer Supporters for more information:

9th Annual Celebration | Thursday,  October 19th, 2023 The idea of a ‘national day’ for peer supporters began to take shape at the 2014 Annual International Association of Peer Supporters...

10/13/2025

We hope you know you are not alone today! Try your best, and we will, too. You got this!

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day. Mental health is a human right - everyone deserves care, support, and community. Join us as we partner with NAMI Bucks County PA in the global movement to create. strong, more compassionate communities around the globe and in our local Bucks, Chester, and Delaware Counties. NAMI Bucks County PA



Learn more here:

October 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week, and we're excited to celebrate! We'll also be honoring World Mental Health Day on October 10. This year, NAMI's highlighting My Mental Health at Work - check out our resources and download graphics to share!

10/09/2025

Check out this event happening in Philadelphia this weekend to raise su***de preventation awareness among our military and veteran community. See the post and link below for details.

U.S. Navy
U.S. Marine Corps
American Foundation for Su***de Prevention
Bucks County Su***de Prevention Task Force
Bucks County Veteran Affairs
Bucks County Government
Veterans Multi-Service Center

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The Bucks County Su***de Prevention Task Force is incredibly proud to have a hand in the upcoming "Homecoming 250 Military & Veteran Su***de Prevention Walk" on October 12th in Philadelphia.

During the 250th Homecoming celebration, we will be marching from Penn's Landing to Independence Mall, to support those who are fighting a battle we may never see — join us in raising awareness and preventing su***de among our military and veteran community. Arrive at 9:00AM at Penn's Landing and walk with us!

The walk leads to the ‘All Veterans Reunion Picnic’, with support resources available at Independence Mall.

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10/09/2025

This quote is from an anonymous individual who is in recovery from addiction and who wrote about their story for our Help and Hope Guide. We are grateful alongside them for having the courage to get help and find hope again. Can you think of a time of hardship or life-changing moment that you can look back on gratefully now? Tell us about it in the comments below!

If you would like to read the full article entitled "Every Sunrise," you can read it for free on page 45 here: https://voiceandvisioninc.org/help-and-hope-2020-guide-contents/