Spanish Resources
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Category: Justice System
Navigating the Adult Justice System
The following resources have been created by The Office of Developmental Programs in collaboration with William F. Ward, Retired Judge, Alleghany County, PA. These resources and self-guided Prezi presentation are intended for supporters to better understand the Pennsylvania justice process and identify places to engage, advocate, and intervene.
Read moreNavigating the Juvenile Justice System
The purpose of this guide is to help parents better understand the juvenile justice process, particularly how it works for a child with a disability. This guide will walk parents through each stage of the process, pointing out the places where the parent’s input is especially important.
Read moreOlder Adults Protective Services
Elder abuse and crimes targeting older people and older people with disabilities are a real issue that come in many forms, including neglect, physical, financial, and sexual abuse. Learn how to stay safe and report suspected abusers.
Read morePA Gathering: Public Safety and Well-Being
This resource contains information from the second PA Gathering held on July 22, 2021. This contains resources that complement the discussion topic as well as a recording from the event.
Read morePA Health Law Project
PHLP is a nationally recognized expert and consultant on access to health care for low-income consumers, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Read morePA Online Voter Registration
Eligible voters in Pennsylvania now have the option of voting online through register.votesPA.com.
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Parole Hearing – Social Stories
These social stories discuss what to expect if you have to go through a parole hearing.
Read morePat Down Searches – What to Expect Social Story
These social stories were created to describe the process of pat down searches and what to expect for individuals with autism.
Read morePolice Transport Social Story
This social story developed by ASERT shows what to expect when transported in a police car.
Read morePresentence Investigation
This resource provides an overview of presentence investigations and how professionals can support individuals during the process.
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