Emergency Rental Assistance Outreach

by werkbot | Apr 13, 2021 | General

Download a PDF that gives a summary of the Emergency Rental Assistance Program

For anyone looking for additional information or to apply for assistance, please visit the Emergency Rental Assistance Program website.

Department of Human Services Emergency Rental Assistance Program

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by Jenny Marofsky | January 19, 2024 | General | 0 Comments

Carl illustrated the need for increased funding for home and community based services to catch up after years of increasing costs and years of insufficient rates. -------------------------------------------------------- Championing Change: Advocating for Fair...

PCA Spotlight Interview with Jill

by Community Resources for Independence | August 8, 2022 | Team Spotlight | 0 Comments

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by Community Resources for Independence | October 1, 2024 | Advocacy, General | 0 Comments

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by Community Resources for Independence | May 16, 2025 | Advocacy, General | 0 Comments

When CRI leaders met with Senator John Fetterman on May 15, the message was clear: proposed federal cuts to Medicaid funding and critical disability programs could threaten the independence of thousands of Pennsylvanians. From protecting in-home care through FMAP to...

Disability Rights are Civil Rights

by Community Resources for Independence | March 16, 2023 | General | 0 Comments

Disability Rights are Civil Rights We have learned of the sad events of Saturday March 11th, 2023 at Sullivan’s Irish Pub, wherein an individual chose to push an unoccupied wheelchair down stairs at Sullivan’s Irish Pub. Community Resources for Independence...

PCIL PA SILC PA Guardianship Press Statement

by Community Resources for Independence | August 10, 2023 | General | 0 Comments

If you or someone you know has experienced unnecessary institutionalization and/or guardianship against your will, the U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ) wants to hear from you! PCIL and SILC announce the USDOJ is investigating whether adults with disabilities...

Independence in Crisis

by Community Resources for Independence | March 14, 2024 | General | 0 Comments

Personal Assistance Services (PAS) are essential to people with disabilities, enabling Pennsylvanians with physical disabilities to live independently with dignity in their own homes and their own communities. Approximately 125,000 Pennsylvanians depend upon Personal...

CRI Advocates for People with Disabilities in Emergency Response Planning

by Community Resources for Independence | September 11, 2024 | Advocacy, Events, General, Team Spotlight | 0 Comments

At the recent Regional Safety Task Force General Meeting, Johann Healy, Manager of the Center for Independent Living (CIL) at Community Resources for Independence (CRI), took the stage to address a critical issue: Emergency Response Plans for People with Disabilities....

Navigating Challenges in Home Healthcare

by Community Resources for Independence | June 4, 2024 | General | 0 Comments

The field of home healthcare is brimming with purpose. Personal care aides (PCAs) have the privilege of making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals, offering companionship, assistance with daily living tasks, and a helping hand where it's needed most....

Spotlight Interview with Sheila S.

by Community Resources for Independence | May 20, 2022 | Team Spotlight | 0 Comments

Meet Sheila Sheer, a Direct Care Worker who has been providing care to people for over 8 years! Sheila was kind enough to do an interview with CRI Indiana staff and talk about her passion for caring! We hope you enjoy this interview! Q: Can you tell me about yourself...