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Achieva Receives $1 Million Grant from Highmark to Launch Program for Children with Complex Medical Needs
New initiative will keep families together by serving children with complex medical needs at home instead of pediatric medical care facilities
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For people with disabilities, this is achievable when you are surrounded by people that respect the many unique challenges you face and are committed to being a lifelong resource.
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Thursday, Dec 18 2025
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Empowered Voices meet virtually on the third Thursday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Achieva's Empowered Voices Leadership Group is driven by the voices and interests of its self-advocates.
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Thursday, Jan 22 2026
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Learn how to support a smooth transition to kindergarten for children with disabilities. Jane Stadnik from the PEAL Center will explain key terms, IEP teams, evaluation options, and tools to help families navigate this important milestone with confidence.
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What's Happening at Achieva
Achieving Dreams: Achieva's Rosenthal Fund Marks 7th Commemoration of Tree of Life Tragedy
On the seventh commemoration of the Tree of Life synagogue tragedy, Achieva is continuing its commitment to the legacy of Cecil and David Rosenthal by announcing a new series of grants provided through the Cecil and David Rosenthal Memorial Fund.
Achieva Awarded $1 Million Grant from Richard King Mellon Foundation to Bring Children with Complex Medical Needs Home
Achieva, a leading nonprofit provider of services for people with disabilities, has received a $1 million grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation to support children with complex medical needs to go home.