24th ANNUAL BRIGHTER FUTURES AWARDS
MY CITY, MY PLACE
INVENTIVE PATHS TO BRIGHTER FUTURES
MARCH 18, 2016
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
In consideration of the recent blizzard, the deadline for nomination submission has been extended until Friday, February 12th.
The Philadelphia Intellectual disAbility Services Public Awareness Committee will host the 24th Annual My City, My Place Brighter Future Awards on Friday, March 18, 2016 at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, 210 North 17th Street.
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Intellectual disAbility Services and the Public Awareness Committee create, promote and enhance the supports and services available to individuals with intellectual disabilities. With our mission in mind and supporting our theme:
Intellectual disAbility Services and the Public Awareness Committee invite you to submit a nomination for a community member who makes a difference in the lives of others. Help us celebrate the 24th Annual My City, My Place; Brighter Futures Awards by acknowledging those in the community who exemplify our motto:
IT'S ALL ABOUT COMMUNITY!
The Brighter Futures Awards are for individuals from all walks of life: neighbors, people with disAbilities, teachers, friends, family, employers, co-workers, spiritual leaders, civic groups/organizations, self- advocates, medical professionals, political leaders, business men and women who are not employed by provider agencies.
We are looking for people who:
- Assist people with intellectual disAbilities to have control over their own lives by making real choices: working, playing, worshiping, enjoying friends, loving relationships and participating in the community.
- Support others to be self- determined, realizing their goals and dreams.
- Are self-advocates and are examples of self-determination and who live everyday lives.
- Neighbors, businesses or organizations that welcome and include all people.
- Individuals who support overall health and wellness and are not employed by provider agencies.
- Individuals or organizations who have developed an innovative program that promotes inclusion, community participation and provides natural supports
We encourage you to consider individuals or organizations who provide and promote vital programs that engage the community in recreation, health & wellness, employment, socialization, politics, art, music, education and volunteerism.
Click here for more information
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Wireless Technologies Pilot Program
For eligible Pennsylvanians with disabilities-Get an iPad Air, iPad mini or iPod touch for telecommunication AT NO CHARGE!
Pennsylvania's Telecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP)
A program of Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT)
You or someone you know, may be eligible for a FREE WIRELESS DEVICE to improve telecommunication at work, at home and in the community. To be eligible, you must:
- Be a Pennsylvania resident with a disability that limits your access to mobile telecommunication;
- Be six years of age or older;
- Have individual gross income of 200% of the federal poverty level or less (low income); and
- Have the ability to learn how to use the device.
Several meetings at Temple University in Philadelphia are required throughout the year.
At the end of one year, participants who fulfill all requirements will be given the device.
For more information:
TEL: 800-204-7428 voice / 866-268-0579 TTY
EMAIL: TDDP@temple.edu
http://disabilities.temple.edu/programs/assistive/tddp/wireless.shtml
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REQUEST FOR NOMINEES
The State Interagency Coordinating Council for Early Intervention is looking for nominations for the:
2015 Ron Cowell Award
For Excellence in Service to Young Children with Disabilities and Their Families
Eligibility:
an individual who has a significant impact on early intervention public policy development, early intervention practices or staff development such as: parents, providers of early intervention services, higher education personnel, public policy makers, philanthropists, and others dedicated to early intervention.
The following documentation should be submitted for each nominee:
- Attached nomination form
- A short essay explaining why the individual is deserving of the recognition
- Three letters of recommendation
- Other forms of substantiation of accomplishments
Click here for complete application
Nomination information and/or questions should be sent to:
Ms. Kim Koteles at:
kkoteles@pattan.net
by: Monday, February 22, 2016.
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