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PEN is part of a national system of Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs), serving South Central, Northeast, Southeast and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We are funded by the US Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. 2009 marked our 25 year anniversary of service to parents of children with disabilities. PEN is a coalition of professionals and parents of children representing a range of disabilities and ages. We are committed to serving parents of all special needs children-- birth to adulthood; including parents of children in pre-school, regular education classes, educational/residential placement, adult systems and those children not yet identified as needing service. PEN provides technical assistance, information, skill development trainings, workshops and referral services to parents to help children reach their full potential in educational, vocational and community settings. Much of the information included in this site is designed to support Pennsylvania parents of children with special needs, but information and links are included on Federal Special Education, National Disability Issues and Resources and Special Education Legal links that will also pertain to parents and individuals with disabilities in other states. We hope you find the following information helpful. Since our primary objective is to support parents, please feel free to call us for further information or assistance. Parents within Pennsylvania may reach us at our toll free number, 1-800-522-5827. Thank you for visiting.
 PYLN It's My Life! Series Pennsylvania Youth Leadership Network Leadership Webinar Series
Each month join the PYLN for a lively chat on topics that are important to you and your future. These webinar sessions are LED by youth and young adults who are excited about sharing their experiences and insights with you. During each call we'll have time for you to share your stories and ask questions. Each webinar will be offered from 10:00 - 11:00 AM or 1:00 - 2:00 PM on the following dates. You may register now by clicking on the links of the dates you would like to attend.  March 5, 2010: Accept Yourself: So You have Disability...Getting to Know Yourself
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/650467627
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/843063002 April 16, 2010: Accept Yourself: Sometimes You Just Don't Feel Like You Fit In. Learning to Problem Solve 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/218278306
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/216924907 May 7, 2010: Empower Yourself: What is It and Why is It Important? 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/684741067
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/252305107 June 4, 2010: Empowerment: Speaking Up for Yourself 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/617957330
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/241459267 Visit the PYLN website before each webinar to download materials: http://payouthleaders.ning.com
Webinar System Requirements: PC-based attendees: Required: Windows® 2000, XP Home, XP Pro, 2003 Server, Vista Macintosh®-based attendees: Required: Mac OS® X 10.4 (Tiger®) or newer
Free TDDP Training with Hands-on ActivitiesTelecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP) provides free specialized equipment to eligible Pennsylvanians with disabilities in order to increase access to telephone services. This training is for anyone interested in learning to operate equipment available through TDDP, especially agencies who are or who would like to be Volunteer Centers for TDDP. This training will include a demonstration of the DeafBlind Communicator by a representative from Humanware. Complete information related to this training is found here . Monday, April 12, 2010
9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Blue Room
Hiram G. Andrews Center
727 Goucher Street
Johnstown, PA 15905 Directions: http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/hiram_g_andrews_center/10357 The training is free, however, you MUST register by MARCH 12, 2010.
Bureau of Autism Services 2010 Family & Individual Mini-GrantsThe Bureau of Autism Services of the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare is pleased to announce the availability of mini-grants to support children and adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and families that include an individual with ASD. A focus of this project is to reach out and serve individuals and families that are not able to access existing support systems for various reasons (for example: eligibility criteria, age, waiting lists). The term "family" may include an immediate family member or other relative, a person providing foster care or a legal guardian or custodian, but does not include a person or entity who acts in a paid employment capacity. These grants are funding opportunities that will only be offered once and are time limited. Applicants meeting eligibility requirements may apply for up to $500 in grant funds. Priority will be given to applicants who have not received a Bureau of Autism Services Mini-Grant in previous funding years. Total funding for these mini-grants is limited and is on a first come, first served basis; and not everyone who applies for this grant will be funded.
The deadline for submission is April 16, 2010. Applications must be postmarked by no later than this date. 2010 Mini Grant Information 2010 Mini Grant FAQs |
