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Speaking for Ourselves Speaking for Ourselves is an independent grassroots, self-help/self-advocacy organization run by people with developmental disabilities.

25/01/2025

This Tuesday, join Liberty Resources and Disability Pride Pennsylvania for a FREE engaging afternoon at the movies, proudly sponsored by Highmark Wholecare!
As a reminder, this month, we’re showcasing Lives Worth Living alongside the short film Facing the Falls. Stick around after the screenings for a lively discussion on disability representation—both the triumphs and the challenges—on the big screen. Limited snacks and waters will be provided!

Date: Tuesday January 28
Time: Doors open at 1:30, Movie starts at 2 with discussion afterwards
Where: Liberty Resources, 112 N. 8th Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia



Id... A pale lavender background with a graphic of a film reel over it. The film reel is three hues of purple with a turquoise accent. Next to it is a photo still from Lives Worth Living. It's a black and white photo oh multiple people in their wheelchairs. One person is holding up a large American flag that has the symbol of a person in a wheelchair on it. At the bottom of the post are the logos for Disability Pride PA, Liberty Resources, and Highmark Wholecare.

25/01/2025

Calling all artists. Speaking for Ourselves is participating in an Art Show at City Hall in Philadelphia. We are looking for pieces
8 inches by 10 inches or smaller at this time. Graphic design, Digital Art, Drawing, Painting, Print, Photography.

Artist will need to fill out a form and submit work by 1/30/2025.
Please email [email protected] for more information. You can also call 215-261-1450.

Thank you!

Art show opening will be held on 2/28/25.
Show is 2/28/25 to 4/11/25.

Whether you have a child in Early Intervention, school age or an adult navigating services, the world of work and adulti...
22/01/2025

Whether you have a child in Early Intervention, school age or an adult navigating services, the world of work and adulting - This series is for YOU - You'll build a team and support, you'll learn useful knowledge and get our system cheat sheets and other resources, and you'll build skills to solve problems and navigate any system.

PhillyFam - we're you village.
Register at https://bit.ly/E2Ejan28ses1





Martin Luther King Jr fought for the rights of all people. To honor him and his memory, let’s work to advocate for the r...
20/01/2025

Martin Luther King Jr fought for the rights of all people. To honor him and his memory, let’s work to advocate for the rights of all people with disabilities and their families. Together we can make a difference.






08/01/2025
Every five years, the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is required to create a State Plan to guid...
04/01/2025

Every five years, the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is required to create a State Plan to guide its work. Creating the plan involves gathering information about the current barriers and concerns faced by individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in Pennsylvania. One way we collect information is by seeking input from Pennsylvania residents with developmental disabilities, their families and other involved parties. We have created a survey for this purpose. Link to survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XBDKFYT

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. We will use the information from your response to help develop our next state plan. If you have questions or need help completing the survey, please reach out by email to the Council at: [email protected] or you can call the Council at 717-787-6057 or 1-877-685-4452. Thank you for your help!!

Link to the Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XBDKFYT

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02/01/2025

Please Share! We need your help! Every five years, the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is required to create a State Plan to guide its work. Creating the plan involves gathering information about the current barriers and concerns faced by individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in Pennsylvania. One way we collect information is by seeking input from Pennsylvania residents with developmental disabilities, their families and other involved parties. We have created a survey for this purpose. Link to survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XBDKFYT

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. We will use the information from your response to help develop our next state plan. If you have questions or need help completing the survey, please reach out by email to the Council at: [email protected] or you can call the Council at 717-787-6057 or 1-877-685-4452. Thank you for your help!!

Link to the Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XBDKFYT

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) is sharing this important online training that is being offered through the ...
01/01/2025

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) is sharing this important online training that is being offered through the Western Region Health Care Quality Unit (HCQU).
Internet Safety for Self-Advocates

This online training was developed for both those we support and their supporters. An overview of internet safety is reviewed and discussed. Different topics each week range from social media to dating sites to po*******hy use and even scams. Various safety skills are reviewed, and tips are provided on using the internet more wisely and safely.

There will be 6 sessions.

Who is expected to attend?
Self-advocates can attend privately or can have a support person with them.

Training Dates:

Tuesday January 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Tuesday January 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Tuesday February 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Tuesday February 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Tuesday March 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Tuesday March 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

To enroll please call
724-283-0990

Wishing you a happy holiday season!We will see you in 2025.
25/12/2024

Wishing you a happy holiday season!
We will see you in 2025.

Thank you to everyone who came to the Holiday Party. Special Thanks to SBR for hosting the event. We will see everyone a...
05/12/2024

Thank you to everyone who came to the Holiday Party. Special Thanks to SBR for hosting the event.

We will see everyone at our next Chapter Meeting on January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm on Zoom.

To attend, please email Suzanne Erb at [email protected]

Happy Holidays!

04/12/2024

FRIL Train-the-Trainer, January 2025 series - Free and open to Pennsylvania parents of young children with disabilities and young adults with disabilities.

JANUARY 14 -16, 9:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. each day on Zoom

Three Training Modules:
January 14 — Module 1: Self-Determination and Models of Disability
January 15 — Module 2: Introduction to Inclusion in School and Community
January 16 — Module 3: Inclusion Through Life's Transitions

Register in advance: https://buff.ly/4hSqEar

Philly Goat Project Offers an All Abilities Ramble on 12/7/2024! Check it out!
03/12/2024

Philly Goat Project Offers an All Abilities Ramble on 12/7/2024!

Check it out!

Our next free specials needs All Abilities RAMble is on Saturday, December 7th from 12pm-2pm.

Join the us and our trained goats at The Philly Goat Project for outdoor fun and wellness. 💚

This event is open to anyone with special needs and their friends and family. These special events are focused on helping families connect to one another, increase resources, get healthy in nature together and develop friendships. Everyone is assigned to a specific 1:1 half hour time for their session however folx are welcome to stay the whole time, or simply join our open Farm Tour Walk every half hour.

Feel free to dress up for the holidays! 🎄 We’ll have s’mores to make plus some fun reindeer hats for you and the goats! 🔥

Registration required in advance. Email [email protected]. Space is limited so register early please! 📧

☔️ Rain date Sunday, December 8th

13/11/2024

Our next free specials needs All Abilities RAMble is on Saturday, December 7th from 12pm-2pm.

Join the us and our trained goats at The Philly Goat Project for outdoor fun and wellness. 💚

This event is open to anyone with special needs and their friends and family. These special events are focused on helping families connect to one another, increase resources, get healthy in nature together and develop friendships. Everyone is assigned to a specific 1:1 half hour time for their session however folx are welcome to stay the whole time, or simply join our open Farm Tour Walk every half hour.

Feel free to dress up for the holidays! 🎄 We’ll have s’mores to make plus some fun reindeer hats for you and the goats! 🔥

Registration required in advance. Email [email protected]. Space is limited so register early please! 📧

☔️ Rain date Sunday, December 8th

Thank you to all of our Veterans. We thank you for your service and your sacrifice. We are forever grateful to you.     ...
11/11/2024

Thank you to all of our Veterans.
We thank you for your service and your sacrifice. We are forever grateful to you.




Today is International Stress Awareness Day. A day that is dedicated to looking at how stress impacts peoples’ lives and...
06/11/2024

Today is International Stress Awareness Day.
A day that is dedicated to looking at how stress impacts peoples’ lives and mental health.

Today, acknowledge the stress in your life and learn ways to lower your stress level. Be kind to yourself.

Below are some ways to manage stress.



Philly Fam is back with an all new Special Education Series! You don’t want to miss this.
06/11/2024

Philly Fam is back with an all new Special Education Series!

You don’t want to miss this.

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