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Why Our Voices Matter: Advocating for Disability Rights on Capitol Hill
On March 23 and 24, we joined over 900 self-advocates, family members, and professionals in Washington, DC for the Disability Policy Seminar. Right now, federal decisions feel uncertain, so these conversations are very important. A key part of the seminar was meeting with elected officials on Capitol Hill. The Values into Action team met with […]
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Expanding Independence: How Assistive Technology Supports People Living with Disabilities
New technology is an exciting way to widen support systems and help people achieve their goals. At Values Into Action, we see assistive technology as a tool that can increase independence and improve safety for the people we support. All kinds of technology are becoming more common and affordable. These tools simplify daily routines. They […]
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Learning Social Work Where Life Happens: My Internship Experience at Values Into Action
When friends and family ask about my internship at Values Into Action, I tell them the name is perfect! As a grad student with little social work experience, I felt excited but unsure about what to expect. I chose Values Into Action because it focuses on disability and disability rights. These issues matter to me […]
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Series Introduction – Money Matters!
At Values into Action, we believe in being open and working together. One important part of our work is how we manage money so we can continue to provide person-centered services. While this work often happens behind the scenes, it affects everyone. To help make this easier to understand, the Finance & Administration team will […]
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“Everybody Can Serve”: Honoring MLK Through Community Action
At Values Into Action, we focus on advancing individual rights and strengthening communities. We want everyone to participate fully and meaningfully. The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service aligns with our belief that everyone can help build a fairer world. As we honor Dr. King’s legacy, we invite our community to engage in service […]
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DCARO Legislative Breakfast Highlights: Advocacy, Innovation, and the Power of Community
On December 5th, Values Into Action joined the Delaware County Advocacy and Resource Organization (DCARO) for their annual Legislative Breakfast. Community Members from Values Into Action were in attendance, and Executive Director Marian Frattarola-Saulino delivered powerful remarks alongside several of Pennsylvania’s disability, health, and legislative leaders. It was a morning filled with honesty, hope, and […]
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A Season of Thanks: Recognizing Our Board’s Dedication and Vision
As we near the end of 2025, we want to thank everyone who made this 20th year and the last decade a success. Values Into Action is a nonprofit managed by an Executive Team and governed by a Board of Directors. The Directors, Associate Directors, and Community Support Facilitators handle daily operations, while Board Members focus on […]
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The Power of Friendship: Why It Matters More Than Ever
My friend, Robert Zotynia and I have been working together on the True Friendship project for almost three years. This project is funded by the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council and awarded to Values Into Action. We’ve learned a lot. As the holidays get closer, a time when some people feel lonely, we think about why […]
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Empowering Choice and Independence: Celebrating Assistive Technology Awareness Month
Introduction November is Assistive Technology Awareness Month. Assistive technology helps people with disabilities live more independently and be included in their communities. Governor Josh Shapiro says that assistive technology is not just nice to have—it’s something people need to live, learn, and work where they want. Governor’s Quote “Assistive technology opens doors to opportunity, enabling […]
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Disability Summit 2025: Change · Challenge · Celebrate
The Disability Summit 2025 took place at Temple University. Partnering organizations included Visions for Equality, The Arc of Philadelphia, and Special Olympics Pennsylvania. This event brought together people from across the disability community. Events like this are important not only for learning and advocacy, but also for outreach and networking. Attendees had the chance to […]