For over 25 years, Voices for Independence has empowered people with disabilities and promoted independent living. Today, our in-home caregivers need your support. We would like to ask you to consider donating to our COVID-19 response with a monetary donation. If you are unable to do so at this time,
As you may have seen, Governor Wolf has asked that anyone leaving their home is wearing a mask. Secretary of Health, Dr. Rachel Levine, stated “Wearing a mask, or even a bandana across your nose and mouth, could be an extra layer of protection.” We all know that there is
VFI CEO Shona Eakin was recently interviewed for an article* on PennLive.com, regarding coronavirus “rationing,” and the potential effects on PA residents with disabilities. Click HERE to read the article. *While the article cites VFI as an agency that “advocates for people with cerebral palsy,” it should be noted that
Did you miss the CHC Q&A sessions here at VFI on 10/9? Are you interested in getting more information about the Community HealthChoices rollout? Visit VFI (1432 Wilkins Rd Erie, PA 16505) on Tuesday, October 22nd, from 1pm-3pm, where we will be hosting an additional education session. This event is
ATTENTION: Consumers are receiving letters in the mail from Community HealthChoices (CHC) in regard to upcoming changes associated with waiver services. Please keep an eye on your mail for these notices. On Wednesday, October 9th, VFI will be hosting 2 Q&A sessions (morning & afternoon– registration required) with the Office
August is HERE, Erie friends! Check out our HUGE Erie activities calendar for the month– including some very special events, including our annual Consumer Pig Roast (must RSVP/bring invitation to attend)! Can’t wait to see everyone this month at VFI!
For over a decade, Millcreek Township has allotted $20,000/year for EMTA/The E/The LIFT public transportation throughout 16 routes. They are now looking to drastically cut funding to only $2400 this year, which will allow only 6 routes to remain available for use. Without this funding, EMTA in Millcreek will go
Hello and good afternoon to all of our Voices for Independence family! Voices for Independence has recently finalized a BRAND NEW informational video about our Nursing Home Transition program, and is the first OFFICIAL upload to our all-new YouTube Channel! This video features just a few of our Nursing Home
Hello and good afternoon to all of our Voices for Independence family! Voices for Independence has recently finalized a BRAND NEW informational video about our Nursing Home Transition program, and is the first OFFICIAL upload to our all-new YouTube Channel! This video features just a few of our Nursing Home
We would like to Thank Mayor Joe Schember for taking time to visit our office and meet with our staff. The Mayor is pictured with our CEO Shona Eakin and Jess Molczan who is our Liaison to the Mayor’s Disability Round Table. Thanks again Mayor Schember !! [envira-gallery id=”4157″]
