Empowered Voices Leadership Group

Virtual

Achieva’s Empowered Voices Leadership Group is comprised of self-advocates from around the Pittsburgh area. Driven by the voices and interests of the members, participants meet for opportunities to learn new things, have fun, and meet new people.  Contact Melissa Skiffen, Disability & Family Support Advocate, [email protected] or 724.837.8159 x114 with any questions. Google Meet Link or dial: ‪ (US) +1 304.908.9025‬ PIN: ‪199 210 961‬#

Supporting People Through Supported Decision Making

Join Achieva's upcoming webinar, "Supporting People Through Supported Decision Making," led by Kelly Darr, Legal Director of Disability Rights PA. They'll explore key aspects of decision-making support, uncover myths about guardianship, discover alternative approaches, and understand the implications of the new Guardianship law, Act 61. Key Highlights: Supported Decision Making: Unveiling principles empowering individuals in their decision-making journey. Myths about Guardianship: Dispelling common misconceptions for informed and autonomous decision making. Alternatives to Guardianship: Discussing successful models respecting individual autonomy. Act &hellip read more

Empowered Voices Leadership Group

The 2024 schedule will go to meeting monthly on the 3rd Thursday from 6 - 8 p.m. The next meeting is on Thursday, March 21. Contact Melissa Skiffen, Disability & Family Support Advocate, [email protected] or 724.837.8159 x114 with any questions. Google Meet Link or dial: ‪ (US) +1 304.908.9025‬ PIN: ‪199 210 961‬#

Introduction to Autism Virtual Workshop

Virtual

Introduction to Autism Wednesday, June 26 2:00pm - 4:00pm Getting any new diagnosis comes with the need to understand it. Learn the basics about autism, and get some take-home tips, from people who understand and have worked in this field for 20+ years. We will explain the details about autism and how brain differences help shape personality, likes, dislikes, fears, eating, sleeping, the senses, and communication. Please come and ask your questions, meet others with similar concerns and learn what &hellip read more

Introduction to Autism

Virtual

Introduction to Autism Wednesday, August 21 6:00pm - 8:00pm Learn the basics about autism, and get some take-home tips, from people who understand and have worked in this field for 20+ years. We will explain the details about autism and how brain differences help shape personality, likes, dislikes, fears, eating, sleeping, the senses, and communication. Please come and ask your questions, meet others with similar concerns and learn what to do at home and in the community! This is a &hellip read more