PEAL Center

10/13/2026

October is ADHD Awareness Month!

ADHD affects people of all ages, including adults, and can impact daily routines, relationships, work, and overall well-being.

This month, let's raise awareness, challenge misconceptions, and connect individuals with helpful resources and support.

Looking for support? The Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) offers support groups, educational webinars, and community events.

Explore upcoming opportunities: https://add.org/community-calendar/

10/12/2026

Join us on October 30 for an informative session on the latest changes to Medicaid and MAWD, presented by the Pennsylvania Health Law Project.

This session will cover important updates that can affect your family's healthcare options.

Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your family with valuable knowledge!

Register now! www.tfaforms.com/5230768

10/09/2026

Meet Icylee L. Basketbill, a speaker at the Capitol Region Conference!

All families need help sometimes, and strong relationships can make reaching out easier. In her session, “Building Better Bridges: Unlocking Concrete Support Through Strong Relationships & Support Systems,” Icylee will explore how connection and trust help families access resources such as food, housing, transportation, and healthcare.

With over 10 years of experience as a mentor, educational consultant, and advocate, Icylee will share practical tools to help families strengthen their support networks. Participants will also explore the Seven Keystones of Support and strategies they can use in their personal and professional lives.

Join us Saturday, October 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center in Camp Hill, PA.

Learn more and register: pealcenter.org/nextgen-capitol

10/09/2026

Achieva Advocacy (The Arc of Greater Pittsburgh and The Arc of Erie County) is seeking input from people with intellectual disabilities, autism, and developmental disabilities and their families in Allegheny, Beaver, Erie, and Westmoreland Counties.

Your feedback helps us identify needs and create better resources, training, and tools. It will also guide our work with local, state, and federal leaders to improve government programs and supports for people with disabilities.

‼️Survey closes October 10, 2026‼️

SURVEY FOR AGES 0-21 living in Allegheny, Beaver, Erie, or Westmoreland Counties: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIH4Doj2O719QjtguGu1p-Xoxd4rgqmZMMRlUuEJGpiLgDuw/viewform

10/09/2026

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You won't want to miss our KinConnector webinar on October 9th, empowering kinship families with vital resources and support in Pennsylvania.
There is still time to register!

This event will provide insights into navigating challenges faced by kinship caregivers, legal considerations, and available community resources.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect and learn!
Register now! www.tfaforms.com/5230763

10/09/2026

When your young child faces challenges at school, it can be difficult to know what to do next.

Join the PEAL Center and Trying Together for Helping Young Children Stay, Belong, and Thrive in Preschool, an early intervention webinar for families of young children.

November 18, 2026
12:00 to 1:15 p.m.
Register: https://www.tfaforms.com/5236389

10/08/2026

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a time to recognize the skills, talents, and contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce.

But preparing for employment doesn’t start with the first job application. It starts in school.

Early conversations about a student’s strengths, interests, goals, education, employment, and independent living can help build a path toward the future they want.

PEAL’s PA Planning for the Future Checklist helps youth, families, and IEP teams think ahead, ask important questions, and identify next steps for life after high school.

Start planning for the future today! Explore the PA Planning for the Future Checklist: pealcenter.org/pa-planning-for-the-future-transition-checklist

10/07/2026

Young adults ages 18 to 26, Voting and Beyond is happening today and there is still time to register!

Join PEAL from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for a youth-focused conversation about voter registration, accessibility, and why voting matters.

Register: https://www.tfaforms.com/5234379

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10/07/2026

You won't want to miss our KinConnector webinar on October 9th, empowering kinship families with vital resources and support in Pennsylvania.
There is still time to register!

This event will provide insights into navigating challenges faced by kinship caregivers, legal considerations, and available community resources.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect and learn!
Register now! www.tfaforms.com/5230763

10/06/2026

Meet Nimpsi, one of our bilingual Family Resource Specialists!

PEAL’s Family Resource Specialists work one-on-one with families to answer questions, help them understand their rights, and identify next steps for their child.

Families can receive support with:
• Early Intervention
• Special education and IEPs
• School transitions
• Healthcare coordination
• Planning for adulthood

Support is confidential and completely free of charge.

Whether you have a question, need help understanding your options, or are unsure where to start, our Family Resource Specialists are here to help.

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¿Sabía que PEAL ofrece apoyo para familias que hablan español?

Conozca a Nimpsi, una de nuestras Especialistas Bilingües en Recursos para Familias.

Las Especialistas en Recursos para Familias de PEAL trabajan directamente con las familias para responder preguntas, ayudarles a comprender sus derechos e identificar los próximos pasos para sus hijos.

Las familias pueden recibir apoyo con:
• Intervención Temprana
• Educación especial y los IEP
• Transiciones escolares
• Coordinación de atención médica
• Planificación para la vida adulta

El apoyo es confidencial y completamente gratuito.

Si tiene una pregunta, necesita ayuda para entender sus opciones o no sabe por dónde comenzar, nuestro equipo está aquí para ayudarle.