Advocacy & Inclusion

This Team Drops Everything To Support People With Disabilities

When an individual with disabilities is in crisis and in need of help, KenCrest staff will go above and beyond the call of duty to help.

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Ronnie Leaves a Legacy Gift to KenCrest

Within a few months of living in a KenCrest Community home, Ronnie’s entire life changed, encouraging him to leave a legacy gift.

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Building Friendships Through KenCrest’s Meaningful Day Program

KenCrest’s Meaningful Day program builds friendships for individuals with disabilities through community.

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From Parent to Parent: Raising a Child with an Intellectual Disability

Former Philadelphia Inquirer writer Ellen Gray reflects on her journey raising her son Patrick, who has an intellectual disability.

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Kids With IDD Remain in Schools With KenCrest’s Swift Support

KenCrest’s SWIFT Support program helps hundreds of children with intellectual or developmental disabilities remain in school.

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Legacy Gifts: Ways to Make a Lasting Contribution and an Impact

Have you ever wanted to leave a legacy behind? Consider setting up a Legacy Gift and continue impacting the lives of people with IDD for years to come.

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What H.R. 1 Means for the Future of Medicaid and the People We Support

KenCrest highlights how H.R. 1’s Medicaid cuts could impact people with disabilities and urges advocacy to protect essential care.

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Advocacy in Action At KenCrest

KenCrest helps support individuals with IDD by advocating on their behalf and teaching them how to pursue self advocacy.

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Why Do We Need Direct Support Professionals?

With the workforce crisis still hurting human services providers, we look at the importance of Direct Support Professionals.

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Diapers, Dignity, and Determination: KenCrest and Cradles to Crayons in Action

Since 2013, KenCrest and Cradles to Crayons have worked to support Pennsylvania families with essentials like diapers, wipes, and clothing.

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How KenCrest’s New Ambassador Program Strengthens Our Voice For Change

KenCrest’s Advocacy Ambassador Program empowers leaders to drive change, strengthening advocacy efforts in disability services and policy.

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Why Medicaid Matters and What’s at Stake for People with Disabilities

Medicaid cuts threaten disability services—learn how they impact the lives of those with I/DD and why advocacy matters.

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