Disabled in Action of Pennsylvania, Inc.

What a busy day! First we trained the mentors from PaTTAN who are supporting the disability inclusive curriculum pilot and then people across the country who will become DEE's trainers and advocates. Enormous thanks to Lisa and Sharon who help and guided me to create these courses and utter respect to all participants. Don't hesitate to reach out. The movement for a disability inclusive curriculum is growing why don't you become part of it?

We just had our session one with people who want to train on the disability inclusive curriculum. What a great group. I sincerely hope that they connect with each other and learn not just from us but as a group. I hope we can give them the tools to do that and the resources that can help them spread the word about the disability inclusive curriculum. In my heart was Mike Oliver who coined the Social Model of Disability and I remember first being trained by him in 1989 and then becoming friends and collaborators until his death. I hope Mike and his partner Joy would be proud of me using the tools we have to create full citizenship for disabled people.

5th Square and Disabled In Action partnered with Transit Forward Philadelphia, Liberty Resources, Philly Transit Riders Union to produce a full disability audit of the new intercity bus terminal. The audit outlines nearly 30 unique accessibility issues with the Spring Garden site, and offers six immediate, necessary remedies.

UPDATE 12/6/23: Intercity Bus Terminal Relocation Remains Incomplete The city has relocated the intercity bus terminal yet again, but issues remain around accessibility at this new location for Greyhound, Peter Pan, and MegaBus.

Join us today by 3pm ET in supporting Medicaid/CHIP portability across state lines in disasters and public health emergencies.

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Pennsylvania endorsers (among hundreds nationwide):
Alleghenies Unlimited Care Providers
Center for Independent Living of Central PA
Disability Pride PA
Disabled in Action of Pennsylvania
Liberty Resources (LRI)
North Central PA ADAPT
PA Adapt
PA Council on Independent Living
Pennsylvania Statewide Independent Living Council
Philly ADAPT
Roads to Freedom Center for Independent Living (RTFCIL) of North Central PA
Values Into Action-Pennsylvania
Voices for Covid

Join hundreds today by 3pm ET!
The Disaster Relief Medicaid Act will be reintroduced tomorrow 10/24

Support Medicaid/CHIP portability in disasters & public health emergencies

Sign on https://mailchi.mp/disasterstrategies/support-drma-269368

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ID: Image with text: Join hundreds of supporters today by 3pm ET. The Disaster Relief Medicaid Act will be reintroduced tomorrow October 24. Support Medicaid/CHIP portability in disasters. Learn more: reaadi.com. PIDS logo on bottom right.

On August 7th, 2023, Fran Fulton passed away. From the words of Tom Earl, CEO of Liberty Resources:
"Many of you knew Fran over her decades of work in our CIL’s Independent Living Department. She was an active member of Philly ADAPT, DIA and attended so many of Liberty’s advocacy events and local, state and national ADAPT actions.



She was very committed to disability rights and participated as a Plaintiff enforcing our civil rights under the ADA against Weight Watchers, SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia for polling place and voting machine access, accessible safe sidewalks, Citizens Bank for voice output ATMs, improved access at Philadelphia Airport, and so many other issues important to our independent living movement. She was a force of nature, and commanded undivided attention with her strong voice and conviction.



In the end, lung cancer (she never smoked ci******es) took her away, but she was peacefully in hospice at home surrounded by her loving family and close friends. Ironically, passing to the other side during a thunderous Tornado warning storm. Yes, our Frannie went out with a bang."

This is a video that was created to honor her legacy and memory. ! Liberty Resources

Frances Palmer Fulton (1947-2023) PA ADAPT, Disabled in Action, and Liberty Resources honor the memory of Fran Fulton, the disability rights advocate who will always be a part of our family. ...

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Disabled, impacted by disasters need help? Discapacitade, afectade por desastres y necesita ayuda?

Try | Trate 211, 311, 800-733-2767

Llame/text (call) the Disability & Disaster Hotline 800-626-4959 o [email protected]

ID:
(English) English on left, Spanish on right side. (Spanish/español) Inglés en la izquierda, español a la derecha. English image description first, español más abajo
English: A graphic depicting a smartphone screen in the corner, displaying The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies' logo. The background contains storm clouds, and is gray. Text over these colors reads: "Disabled, impacted by a disaster, and need help? Call/text the Partnership's Disability and Disaster Hotline. 800-626-4959 or [email protected]. ."

Español: Una gráfica que muestra la pantalla de un teléfono inteligente en la esquina, que muestra el logotipo del Partnership. El fondo contiene nubes de tormenta y es gris. El texto sobre estos colores dice: "¿Discapacitade, afectade por un desastre y necesita ayuda? Llame la Línea Directa de Discapacidad y Desastre. 800-626-4959 o [email protected]. ".

Last week's ADAPT's Action was featured in the New Yorker:

The Debt-Ceiling Fight’s Collateral Damage Last week, dozens of members of ADAPT, the disability-rights group, forced their way into Kevin McCarthy’s office to protest his proposed cuts to the social safety net.

Via Liberty Resources
Unfortunately, the city has made the decision to end the moratorium on water shut offs for non-payment on May 24th.

If you need assistance, please call (215) 685-6300 to learn about payment agreements.

Visit: https://water.phila.gov/financial-assistance/ #:~:text=Homeowners%20Emergency%20Loan%20Program%20(HELP,or%20apply%20for%20a%20loan.

Unfortunately, the city has made the decision to end the moratorium on water shut offs for non-payment on May 24th.

If you need assistance, please call (215) 685-6300 to learn about payment agreements.

Visit: https://water.phila.gov/financial-assistance/ #:~:text=Homeowners%20Emergency%20Loan%20Program%20(HELP,or%20apply%20for%20a%20loan.

Closed Captioned Video of Latoya Madox from Philly ADAPT speaking about ADAPT's demands at the Department of Health and Human Services: https://youtu.be/GgQTvab635A Liberty Resources

Latoya Maddox from Philly ADAPT Latoya Maddox from Philly ADAPT speaking about ADAPT's demands to Department of Health and Human Services

Closed Captioned YouTube Video of Nancy Salandra from Philly ADAPT demanding "Our Homes Not Nursing Homes" Liberty Resources

Nancy Salandra at HHS Nancy Salandra from Philadelpia telling Health and Human Services that it's Our Homes and Not Nursing Homes

Philly ADAPT members are in DC to protect and strengthen disability rights. Here is a photo of ADAPT members taking over Senator Mitch McConnell's office before their arrest. Liberty Resources

5/10/23 National ADAPT Demands that Administration for Community Living (ACL) Immediately Stop Funding Guardianship Systems that Institutionalize People with Disabilities and Prioritize People With Disabilities - National ADAPT For Immediate Release:  May 10th, 2023 Who:  National ADAPT What:  Demonstration to demand that the Administration for Community Living Stop Funding Guardianship Systems that Institutionalize People with Disabilities  When: Wednesday, May 10th 1pm Where:  Administration for Community Living,  ...

Philly ADAPT member holding up a sign in DC reading "Nursing Homes Are Death Camps!!" with a small heart on the bottom with the words "Spitfire forever." Liberty Resources

Philly residents of all ages can pick up FREE food and meals in their neighborhoods!

Call 311 or visit phila.gov/food to find a site near you!

And check out our blog to learn more: bit.ly/freefoodphila.

It is with great sadness that we relay the news that former Independent Living Specialist, Shawn Tucker, has passed away.

Shawn was a great IL ambassador, active member of Disabled in Action of Pennsylvania, Inc. and a strong Philly Adapt warrior.
Most of all she was compassionate and a loving friend. She always spoke from her heart, and never was afraid to express her opinions in a sincere & strong manner. We were blessed to have worked with Shawn over many years and her spirit and wonderful memories will always be with us.

Rest in Peace & Power, Shawn!

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PA ADAPT GOING LIVE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

SILC & CILSCPA Commitment to Consumer Choice & Control in a Broken Guardianship System

Philly agrees to settle accessibility lawsuit, plans to install or fix at least 10,000 sidewalk curbs The 2019 lawsuit alleged the city failed to comply with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act and a 1977 law requiring that streets be accessible.

Liberty Resources is looking for qualified ILS Specialists to work in our expanded counties- Chester, Montgomery, and Delaware. If you or someone you know has a disability and lives in these counties, please apply through our website

Independent Living Specialist (Chester/Delaware/Montgomery County Caseload) - Liberty Resources Inc. - Career Page Apply to Independent Living Specialist (Chester/Delaware/Montgomery County Caseload) at Liberty Resources Inc. in Deleware County, PA, PA.