Newsletter – September 2025
Ongoing Services and Advocacy
Chair Yoga Access
Liberty consumers and attendants can now access a fully accessible Chair Yoga class recording for free. Perfect for adaptive yoga practice at your own pace.
Community Health Choices Appeal Assistance
Are you a Keystone, UPMC, or PA Health and Wellness consumer who had hours reduced after reassessment? We can help you with the appeal process.
Curb Cut Advocacy
Report damaged or missing curb cuts in Philadelphia. Help us advocate for accessible infrastructure in our city.
Housing Counseling
LHDC housing counselors provide support with rent, mortgage payments, and housing-related challenges.
iPhone Tutoring
One-on-one VoiceOver training for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Sessions held at Liberty Resources.
Nursing Home Transition Program
We help people with disabilities transition out of nursing homes in Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties to live independently in their chosen communities.
Weekly Programs
Blind & Low Vision Support Group
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | | 💻 Virtual
A peer support group for those who are blind, have low vision, and people with disabilities.
Deaf Social Group (ASL)
🕐 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 💻 Virtual – September 9 & 23
Socialize with old friends and meet new people. Discuss current events and learn about Deaf rights. This group is for people who wish to interact through American Sign Language.
Express Yourself Groups
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 📍 Liberty Resources, Wade Blank A
Practice artistic creativity in many different forms! This month we’ll be working with adult coloring, paper mache, and more. All ability levels welcome.
Healthy Cooking Class & Finances
🕐 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | 📍 Skills Training Kitchen – September 10 & 12th
Gather around the kitchen table to share tips on budgeting, cooking nutritious food, and taking care of your overall well-being.
LRI Young Men’s Group
🕐 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | 💻 Virtual
This group meets at the request of male young adults at LRI to provide support during this important time of growth. Meetings include LRI updates and active discussions about topics of interest, including weekend activities and relationships. Ages 14-30 are welcome.
MYPA & Self Advocacy
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | 📍 Susan Bacal Conference Room – September 3 & 17
In the Managing Your Personal Attendant and Self Advocacy Skills Training Class, consumers learn tools and skills for transitioning to independent community living and effective self-advocacy.
Policy Posse
🕐 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 💻 Virtual – September 2 & 16
This is the space to discuss disability advocacy and learn ways to advocate effectively.
Psychiatric Disability Peer Support Group
🕐 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 💻 Virtual – September 4, 18 & 25
Looking for a safe space to share your mental health journey with others who truly understand? This group offers a supportive community for those facing psychiatric disabilities or mental health challenges.
Social Group
🕐 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 💻 Virtual – September 8 & 22
Join us to chat and talk about…anything and everything! A welcoming space for community connection.
The Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia
🕐 1:00-2:30 PM | 📍 Wade Blank Room A – September 4, 11, 18 & 25
Practice artistic creativity in many different forms! This month we’ll be working with adult coloring, paper mâché, and much more. All ability levels welcome.
Young Adults with Disabilities Club
🕐 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM | 💻 Virtual – September 8 & 22
Past topics have included advocacy, employment and work experiences, cultural practices, cooking, and accessible dancing. Topics are decided weekly by the group! Ages 14-32+ are welcome.
Special Events This Month
September 16
Gardening Group
🕐 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 📍 Carol Ann Campbell Apts. Community Room, 5526 Vine St
Come join us for gardening! Please wear weather-appropriate clothing. Feel free to bring your own packed lunch to eat with others after the group ends.
September 16
Men’s Group
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 📍 Virtual
A social/support group for those who identify as men. We discuss a wide array of issues, including how to talk to your doctor, how to be a father, and how to communicate with your partner.
September 10
Weekday Flicks
🕐 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | 📍 Liberty Resources, Wade Blank A (In-Person)
Join us for our relaxed and welcoming movie screening series! We’ll only have it once this month. The featured film will be announced one week in advance and will include ASL captioning for accessibility.
September 4
Stand Up for Housing Justice: Join Our Sept. 4 Prep Meeting
🕐 1:00-2:30 PM | 📍 Virtual
The Philadelphia Coalition for Affordable and Accessible Communities (PCAC) is leading the fight for housing justice—urging City Council to prioritize housing and resources for those who need them most. We need YOU to join us and make your voice heard!
This meeting will prepare us for the first day of City Council, ensuring our coalition is united and ready to advocate for real solutions that support our most impacted communities.
September 9
SEPTA Advisory Committee Meeting
🕐 2:00-4:00 PM | 📍 Virtual
Join the Septa Advisory committee meeting to get updates regarding SEPTA accessibility and to voice your concerns.
September 10
Bingo and Ballots
🕐 5:00-7:30 PM | 📍 Liberty Resources and Disability Pride Center 112 N 8th St. Phila, PA 19107 suite 208.
Join us for Bingo & Ballots—a fun night where every round teaches you something new about voting! In honor of Disability Voter Registration Week (Sept 8–12), we’ll mix classic bingo with quick, easy tips on how to register, know your rights, and make your voice count.
Registration includes food, (2) play cards, prizes to win, and knowledge to take home! Donations appreciated.
Registration Link: https://lu.ma/meanuxnd
September 11
First Day of City Council Housing Action
🕐 9:00-11:30 AM | 📍 Philadelphia City Hall
Join us in person and wear your green shirt to show solidarity. Together, we will call on City Council to invest in housing justice and direct resources where they are needed most. (IF you need a green shirt we will have some on site)
Housing is a human right. Let’s make Philadelphia a city where everyone has a safe and accessible home.
September 18
LHC Community Health Resource Fair
🕐 10:00 AM-4:00 PM | 📍 Stephen F. Gold Community Residences 616 N 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19131
We’re excited to invite you to our Community Health & Resource Fair!
This is a free event designed with YOU in mind, with helpful services,
fun giveaways, and great community connections!
Join Us For:
* Medicaid & Insurance Support
* Wellness Resources & Screenings
* Giveaways & Refreshments
* Friendly Faces & Great Conversations!
We’d love for you to stop by, grab some resources, and say hello. Bring a friend or family member – the event is open to everyone!
Please RSVP by September 12 at: https://render.jotform.com/252165422106144
September 24
Personal Assistant Services (PAS) Appeals workshop
🕐 1:00-2:30 PM | 📍 Liberty Resources, Wade Blank Room, 112 N 8th Street Suite 600, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Join the Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP) and Liberty Resources for a FREE workshop designed to empower CHC participants, caregivers, and the advocates who serve them with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate Personal Assistance Services (PAS) appeals.
To register and for accommodations, please use our general contact form here.
September 28
Momma Chronicles Too
🕐 3:00-4:30 PM | 📍 Virtual
Are you a mother with a disability or a mother with a child with a disability? Come out and share your journey of motherhood.
Resources & Legal Assistance
Disability Rights Pennsylvania
Legal assistance available. Intake by phone only, Monday-Friday 9:00AM-3:00PM. Call (800) 692-7443 for support with disability rights issues.
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