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Support for PAS Rate Funding

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

PCA Spotlight Interview with Jill

PCA Spotlight Interview with Jill

Meet Jill, a PCA from the Wellsboro Office, who has been providing care to people for 5 years! She is kind and down-to-earth, and always ready to lend a hand. We hope you enjoy this interview! Q: Thank you for joining me. Can you tell me your name and what office...

DCW Spotlight Interview with Denyce

DCW Spotlight Interview with Denyce

Denyce is a DCW from the Hermitage Office who has been working for CRI since 2008. She started to love to care for others when she took care of her aunt. She then wanted to take care of others and help them live an independent life. She helps consumers with everyday...