The Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Association (PRA) is committed to the advancement of rehabilitation to promote full inclusion of people with disabilities into the mainstream of our society. PRA is pleased to offer our community the opportunity to learn about issues in disability and rehabilitation, and to become empowered to enhance the lives of people with disabilities. PRA is a private, voluntary, membership association comprised of professionals from a variety of disciplines, persons with disabilities, their families, students, and other interested citizens

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2019 PRA Board Members Lto R Ralph Roach, Wil Stennet, Janell Shaffer-Yoder, Bridget Sandrowicz, Sue Soderberg, Carl Marshal, Jen Radick, Traice Maille-2019 President, Katherine Young, Janet Fiore, Danielle Frascella, Doug Rand, Amy Moore, and Jeff Seabury.

It is the purpose of PRA to:

Encourage and foster the recruitment, professional growth, and retention of qualified, competent, dedicated personnel in the field of rehabilitation.

Promote the development of best practices in the delivery of rehabilitation services to people with disabilities

Educate our community about disability

Advocate for the public policy to support full inclusion of people with disabilities in our society

Recent News

PRA Board Member Elections

October 16, 2024

Are you a natural leader? Do you want to lead professionals into the future? Do you have a passion for creating equality for people with disabilities? As the President of the PA Rehab Association, I am reaching out to ask you to bring your leadership skills, thoughtful ideas, and interactions to the forefront and make…

PRA Infographic – Who are we?

September 18, 2024

President’s Message: Here’s to the unofficial start of the year

September 12, 2024

Labor Day

September 2, 2024

  On this Labor Day, we at the Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Association would like to express our appreciation for hardworking individuals. Your dedication and commitment to your work are inspiring. As we celebrate this day, let us recognize and honor the invaluable contributions of workers across Pennsylvania, especially those working with people with disabilities to create…

Please Like us on Social Media

September 2, 2024

We are expanding our presence, and we hope you will join us in our efforts to disseminate information about PRA, professional development opportunities, and important rehabilitation news. Instagram: pa_rehab Facebook: Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Association LinkedIn: PA Rehabilitation Association

2024 PRA Award Recipients

August 30, 2024

Congratulations to the PRA 2024 Award Recipients! Ralph N. Pacinelli Leadership Award: 2023 Rebecca Spirito Dalgin Charles L. Eby Award – Counselor – Gain Independence: 2023 Natassja Stoschick (Wilkes-Barre) Charles L. Eby Award – Counselor – Placement: 2023 Carole Walker Kalinowski (Reading) PRA Distinguished Service Award for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 2023 York City School…

Save the Date!

August 30, 2024

The Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Association (PRA) is dedicated to advancing rehabilitation in order to promote the full inclusion of people with disabilities within society. PRA is excited to offer our community the opportunity to learn about disability and rehabilitation topics and to become empowered to improve the lives of people with disabilities. Join us on April…

REGISTER NOW for the 2024 PRA Professional Development Institute

February 7, 2024

2024 Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Association Professional Development Institute April 16-17, 2024 Please join us for our annual education and networking event, for rehabilitation professionals, employers, educators, counselors, and disability-related organizations to enhance their professional growth and skills. We have an exciting theme planned for 2024: Bridging the Gap: Building Bridges Between Self, Client, Professionals, and Community!…

Save the Date! Professional Development Institute April 16-17, 2024

January 30, 2024

Save the Date: Professional Development Institute PRA 2024 PDI Flyer April 16-17, 2024 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisburg West and Central Penn College Registration opens by February 14, 2024! Hotel Room Block Information: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisburg West (Mechanicsburg) Under PA Rehab Association Group Code: REH King and Double Rooms are Available Rate: $129 The booking…

Requesting PRA Student Award Nominations

January 3, 2024

The Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Association (PRA) would like to recognize outstanding Pennsylvania students who are majoring in the field of rehabilitation.  This recognition will be accomplished by providing a $200 Monetary Award and a Certificate of Recognition to an Undergraduate and Graduate Student.    The Awards will be presented at the PRA Professional Development Institute on April…

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