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Balancing Compassion and Professionalism
The path of a personal care aide is paved with both immense challenges and profound rewards. At its core lies a delicate dance between two seemingly contrasting forces: compassion and professionalism. On one hand, the role demands deep empathy and emotional engagement...
Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month: Honoring Contributions and Promoting Inclusion
April marks Autism Acceptance Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the diverse abilities and contributions of individuals on the autism spectrum. It's a month to raise awareness, promote acceptance, and foster inclusivity within our communities. As...
The Fight for Equitable PAS Provider Rates in Pennsylvania
The fight for fair compensation In the realm of disability advocacy, the fight for fair compensation for caregivers and support staff stands as a cornerstone in ensuring the well-being and quality of life for individuals with disabilities. At CRI, we're committed to...
Support for PAS Rate Funding
Senator Judy Ward Support for PAS Rate Funding Thank you! Because of you, we have received our first letter of support for PAS rate funding, a rate setting methodology and schedule, and a corresponding adjustment to the Medicaid fee for service rate! -------------...
Independence in Crisis
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...
A Day in the Life of a Personal Care Aide
A Morning of Meaningful Connections The alarm clock buzzes, but it's not just any job that pulls me out of bed. As a personal care aide, I know today holds the promise of making a real difference in someone's life. My first client, Mrs. Garcia, wakes up with a smile,...
Tips for Aspiring Personal Care Aides
Embarking on a career as a Personal Care Aid is a noble endeavor that requires compassion, dedication, and a genuine commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others.
You may be eligible for FREE non-medical transportation
Contact your Service Coordinator (SC) the next time you need a ride and ask for CRI to be your “preferred vendor” -------------------------------------------------------- Transportation ServicesDid you know that you may be eligible for FREE non-medical transportation...
Advocating for disability rights and caregiver wages
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...
Making a Difference: Carl Berry & The Joel Natalie Show
Community Resources for Independence (CRI is a nonprofit social service agency headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania. In a recent interview on the Talk Erie - Joel Natalie Show with Carl Barry, the Executive Director of CRI, shed light on the organization's mission, its...
PCIL PA SILC PA Guardianship Press Statement
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...
Disability Rights are Civil Rights
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...