Arc of NEPA

Arc program helps adults with disabilities shine on stage

The Arc Angels program will present “Not Just Another Mermaid Tale,” which is based loosely on “The Little Mermaid,” on Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lackawanna College theater.

Amanda, who plays an Ariel in the show, sings with Director Geri Featherby.

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EVENTFUL: Adults with disabilities shine on stage, gain confidence through Arc program

Sarah Hofius Hall | WVIA News

The Arc Angels program will present “Not Just Another Mermaid Tale,” which is based loosely on “The Little Mermaid,” on Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lackawanna College theater.

Hunter Polishan (left) uses PA ABLE, which allows people with disabilities to save up to $19,000 a year. His mom, Roseann Polishan works for The Arc in Scranton, a center for people with disabilities in Northeast Pennsylvania.

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More disabled Pennsylvanians can save up to $19,000 a year through PA ABLE eligibility expansion

Isabela Weiss | WVIA News | Report for America

As of Jan. 1, Pennsylvanians can apply for PA ABLE as long as their disability started before their 46th birthday. People with disabilities around Northeast Pennsylvania share their experiences with the program and push others to advocate for themselves.

The Wright Center in Scranton, 501 S. Washington Ave.

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Wright Center receives $3M to reach disabled, English-limited patients in Northeast Pa.

Tom Riese

About one in six people in NEPA has a disability and the region's number of English language learners is growing. A physician education grant will help the health nonprofit better equip new doctors and staff to better reach them.