Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1)

12/12/2025

TechOWL Holiday Schedule: The Community Space will be closed Tuesday December 16th and December 22nd to January 2nd.

We will re-open on Monday January 5th.

The Assistive Technology Lending Library will not be processing requests or shipping items from December 23, 2025 through January 4, 2026.

However, we will accept returns, and schedule pickups or arrange extensions as needed.

12/12/2025

Join us for a screening of a fantastic short film from New Zealand, “I See You.” We’ll watch the film together, then discuss its themes of belonging, advocacy, and expectations. Feel free to enjoy popcorn and snacks while we watch and chat!
Free to attend. Registration required. Click here to register: https://www.familiesccanphilly.org/events/monthly-lastc-h3zn9-jteae-49bhz-z46wg-zecey-n5lc3-rz345-d372r-j596w-slxsl-eabzt-p8p7e-dm47z-bjlmr-m5are-zptzx-6fgtx-k8ymr-92cd9-mr6fg-hm4en-tlna6-m4b6g-r34r9-e9mhe-jm9ke-zsmc7-wrws2-988hy-j5h7h

ID: slide shows a graphic of a black reel to reel film projector on a light green background with white film. The Families CCAN logo, with stylized orange rooftops and a green tree, in on the side of the projector. Text reads: "Families CCAN Film Club. Join us to watch and discuss the short film "I See You." December 15, 2025 7:00pm eastern on Zoom. This meeting is free to attend. Registration required. See Caption for details."

12/12/2025

Are you an adult in Beaver County with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism?

Come join us for our Self-Advocacy Group kickoff on January 14th, 2026!

Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1) will be presenting: Let's Speak Up! Participants will talk about their rights, how to speak up for their rights, what they want and need, and how to form their own self-advocacy group.

Drinks and snacks will be provided!

Date: January 14th, 2026
11:00AM
Location: Beaver County Behavioral Health
1040 8th Avenue, 2nd Floor
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
*Please park in a visitor space or a non-metered spot on 7th Avenue*

RSVP to Kaitlyn Byers:
Email: [email protected] or Call/Text: 724-406-9080

10/07/2025

Governor Josh Shapiro has proclaimed October 2025 as Down Syndrome Awareness Month in Pennsylvania! Down Syndrome is the most common genetic disorder in the world population. It is estimated that 38% of the population knows someone with Down Syndrome. With medical advancements, increased knowledge and awareness, and early intervention; individuals with Down Syndrome are living longer, more fulfilling lives. Celebrate someone you know with Down syndrome this month!

10/07/2025

Will you help us share? We are seeking nominations for Council membership of people with developmental disabilities! In particular, for people who live or have lived in a state institution or an intermediate care facility. Please share with individuals you may know who may be interested and go to our website to learn more and find the nomination forms here. People can self nominate or someone else can nominate them: https://www.paddc.org/nominate/

07/25/2025

🎉 Join Us for a Double Dose of Power!
All About Wellness.
Let's talk about:
-What wellness means,
-Different kinds of wellness,
-Good stress and tough stress,
-Sharing ideas for wellness, and
-Making your own plan about YOUR wellness!

Friday, July 25 | Two Sessions: 10–11:30AM or 12:30–2PM
💻 How to Join by Video or Audio (Computer or Smartphone):
Before the event, grab the passcode from Carla:
📞 Call: 724-588-2378
📧 Email: [email protected]
Then on the day of the event:
🔗 Go to sau1.me/zoom and enter the passcode,
OR head to our 📅 events calendar at sau1.me/events and join right from there!
📞 Phone Only? No problem!
Just call (646) 876-9923
Enter Meeting ID: 223 344 5555 # #
(Or check sau1.org for the easy One Tap link!)
📱 Text/Call: 814-201-6061
📧 Email: [email protected]
🎉 Bring a friend (or a few!)
Family, staff, allies, and guests are all welcome to listen and learn. The more, the merrier!
⚡️ This event is part of SAPNA – the Self Advocacy Power Network for All, a project of the PA Office of Developmental Programs, managed by Self Advocates United as 1.
💜 Our events are by self advocates, for self advocates.

07/16/2025

🎉 Join Us for a Double Dose of Power!
Friday, July 18 | Two Sessions: 10–11:30AM or 12:30–2PM
Pick the time that works best for you or come to both!

Do you know your rights?
Are you getting what you want and need?
Join us to learn all about speaking up.
Tell us ways YOU speak up!

💻 How to Join by Video or Audio (Computer or Smartphone):
Before the event, grab the passcode from Carla:
📞 Call: 724-588-2378
📧 Email: [email protected]

Then on the day of the event:
🔗 Go to sau1.me/zoom and enter the passcode,
OR head to our 📅 events calendar at sau1.me/events and join right from there!

📞 Phone Only? No problem!
Just call (646) 876-9923
Enter Meeting ID: 223 344 5555 # #
(Or check sau1.org for the easy One Tap link!)

💬 Need something to make the event easier for you?
We’ve got you! If you need sign language, braille, CART, large print, or anything else to participate — just let Carla know at least 2 weeks before the event:
📱 Text/Call: 814-201-6061
📧 Email: [email protected]

🎉 Bring a friend (or a few!)
Family, staff, allies, and guests are all welcome to listen and learn. The more, the merrier!

⚡️ This event is part of SAPNA – the Self Advocacy Power Network for All, a project of the PA Office of Developmental Programs, managed by Self Advocates United as 1.

💜 Our events are by self advocates, for self advocates.
🚨 Please note: SAU1 reserves the right to remove anyone from our events who does not follow our ground rules, which are reviewed on each call.

07/10/2025

Hello Everyone,

Unfortunately, we have to cancel the Power Talk with ODP call that was scheduled for tomorrow, July 11.

We should be able to start the Power Talk with ODP calls
again in August.

Thank you,
The SAU1 Team

07/02/2025

🚨📰 Emergency Power News! Contact your Representative Now to Speak Up for Medicaid Before They Vote!

There is still time to speak up for Medicaid. You can still call your representatives and tell them to vote NO on the Big Beautiful Bill!

The House of Representatives hasn't voted yet, but they want to vote sometime today. Check out the information from our Friends at Disability Rights Pennsylvania below for an update on what would happen if this Bill passes, and how you can reach out to your representatives right now!

Lawmakers have taken a dangerous step. Today, July 1, 2025, the Senate passed an amended version of H.R. 1, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” - a sweeping bill that would cut vital programs and strip away protections for people with disabilities. The Senate version of this bill has even bigger cuts to these services.
If this bill becomes law, it will:

📌Take away Medicaid services for millions of Americans, and over 700,000 Pennsylvanians.
📌Eliminate around 61,000 Pennsylvania jobs that are heavily funded by Medicaid dollars.
📌Cut federal funds to SNAP, which may mean that Pennsylvania won’t be able to have a continued SNAP program.
📌Reduce staffing regulations on nursing homes and long-term care facilities.

No matter the name, they mean the same thing: cuts, burdens, and barriers for our community. There is no room for compromise here. H.R. 1 must be opposed. Take action by following instructions below!

Use this link to tell Congress
https://secure.everyaction.com/tZYmQsJTmUCSKoq1lpI8jg2

Call the U.S. House Switchboard at (202) 224-3121

06/26/2025

📢🚨📰Emergency Power News! Time is running out to speak up for Medicaid! Check out the information below from our friends the The Autistic Self Advocacy Network about how you can speak up now for Medicaid.

📞 It’s more urgent than ever to take action to protect Medicaid! Your Senators and Representative need to be hearing from you nonstop about how important Medicaid is for our community. Call now with our action alert: https://autisticadvocacy.org/2025/05/tell-your-legislators-protect-medicaid-2/

06/25/2025

😎🌞Summer has finally arrived in PA and it's been a hot one so far! Cooling centers are available in Pennsylvania.

We are sharing this information from the Office of Developmental Programs to make all stakeholders aware of cooling centers in Pennsylvania. Check out the information at the link below to find a cooling center near you!

We are sharing this information from the Office of Developmental Programs to make all stakeholders aware of cooling centers in Pennsylvania. Check out the information below to find a cooling…