- Uphill Journey:
- Between Two Worlds
- Uphill Journey:
- Between Two Worlds
- Uphill Journey:
- Between Two Worlds
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Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Department of Pastoral Care for Persons with Disabilities Facilitates on all levels within the Archdiocese the participation of persons with disabilities in the life of the Church. Provides pastoral care and Disability Awareness about the needs and gifts of persons with disabilities. DEAF APOSTOLATE: Provides pastoral care and religious education to those in the Catholic community in the Archdiocese who are deaf or hard of hearing. Contact: Lorie Brew, M.S., Coordinator (215) 587-3530 or email: pcpddeaf@adphila.org. Visit their website at http://www.archdiocese-phl.org/offices/rlo.htm.
NBDA is the official voice of Black deaf and hard of hearing Americans—a community that has historically been neglected in terms of provision of equal access to education, employment and social services. For more than two decades, NBDA has been at the forefront of the struggle for access, and equity for Black deaf and hard of hearing people. NBDA's objective is to provide advocacy intended to remedy past injustices and to stake a share of the American dream for its members and their families. Visit their website at: www.nbda.org
Christians United Against Addiction and Women Empowered By God CUAA is an organization of men and women who have been affected either directly or indirectly by the abuse of any mood-altering chemical or compulsive behavior. We believe that as we look to a loving God for help, and put into practice those principles for living which he has given in His Word, we shall find both the strength and freedom we need to live productive and happy lives. We strongly believe that our “higher power” is Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Website: www.cuaa.org
CA is the region's only advocacy, arts-service and presenting organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of a diverse group of Deaf and hard of hearing (D/HOH) individuals, 'mixed' Deaf/hearing families, and the general public by insuring visibility, accessibility, opportunity and inclusion of persons with hearing loss in the arts and cultural life of the Greater Philadelphia area, and beyond. Visit their website at: www.creativeaccess.org
International Institute of Deaf Services The mission of IIDS is to train leaders and educators both deaf and hearing, interpreters and workers with the deaf to evangelize, obtain skill development in American Sign Language and Deaf Culture, technology and religious training. Visit their website at: http://www.enablelight.com
Specialized approaches to meet needs of deaf/hard of hearing in their journey to recovery from alcohol and drug abuse, Rev. Barbara J. Montague/Crystal Blue 2534 N. Broad St, 2nd Floor, Phila, PA 19132 (215) 227-6231 www.JourneyToRecovery.org
National Alliance of Black Interpreters Inc. NAOBI is the only national organization that supports sign language interpreters from the African Diaspora Visit their website at: http://www.naobi.org
National Association of the Deaf The mission of the National Association of the Deaf is to promote, protect, and preserve the rights and quality of life of deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America. Visit their website at: www.nad.org
Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT) PIAT is a statewide, cross-age, cross-disability program dedicated to helping Pennsylvanians with disabilities learn about and obtain the assistive technology devices and services they need. Hands-on demonstrations and device loans are offered to increase understanding of how these low and high tech devices can help people with disabilities learn, live, work, and play. Once you know what you need, PIAT staff can help you in your search for the funding that you need to obtain the devices and services. In addition, PIAT maintains a listing of “previously owned” devices that people are looking to donate, sell, or purchase. Visit their website at: http://disabilities.temple.edu or call 800-204-7428 (voice), 866-268-0579 (TTY), ATInfo@temple.edu
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc., (RID) is a national organization of professionals who provide sign language interpreting/ transliterating services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing persons. Established in 1964 and incorporated in 1972,RID advocates for the increased quality, qualifications, and quantity of interpreters through our three main triad of services: Visit their website at: www.rid.org
The Sierra Group works in the area of disability and employment. The nexus of expertise that brought the organization to the forefront of the industry is our ability to use technology and assistive technology to drive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities - even severe disabilities. By thinking "integrated performance" we reduce discomfort, improve accessibility and help to create systems for optimal employee interactions. Our team of qualified engineers, trainers, rehabilitation counselors, ergonomists, and case managers, direct vocational rehabilitation services for our customers and clients. The Sierra Group, an award winning, certified women's business enterprise has been serving individuals, governmental organizations, agencies and corporations since 1991. Visit their website at: http://www.thesierragroup.com
Society For Helping Church, Inc. On March 10, 1976, under the vision of Founder and Pastor, Dr. Repsie Warren and co-founder Rev. Dorothy J. Josey, deaf and hearing together united in love and purpose and became Society for Helping Church, a non-denominational faith community with a mission to enhance lives through holistic ministry. This special all-inclusive ministry is aimed to help increase one's development physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially and above all spiritually. The R.M. Warren All Deaf Choir and community sign language classes make Society one of the main gathering places for the deaf and others with and without disabilities, located at 1323 W. Susquehanna Ave., Philadelphia, PA (215) 236-1250
Here at Society, in October, 2002, we
officially grouped for our mission. We later had our meetings at
the Carousel House in
Fairmount Park. In 2007,
Sharon Baptist Church,
(3955 Conshohocken Ave.,
Philadelphia, PA 19131) officially
became the faith-based location of Interfaith Specialty Services,
Inc.
State Representative Jewell Williams State Representative for the 197th Legislative District Philadelphia County. Contact: Ruth Robinson, Disability Coordinator contact Jewell Williams at jwilliam@pahouse.net. Visit his website at http://www.pahouse.com/williams/
This site was made possible through a faith community grant from:
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