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Join us for the Pittsburgh Promenade March 23 at the Westin!

Enjoy a night of Hollywood glam as you walk the red carpet, stroll down the Walk of Fame, and dine like an A-List celebrity!  

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Don't Miss The Pittsburgh Promenade.

Achieva is Going Hollywood!

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Helping people with disabilities lead lives of personal significance.

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Achieva aspires to build an inclusive and equitable world for every person we serve from every type of diverse background.

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70+ Years of Advocacy And Innovation

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Everyone wants to live a life of personal significance

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.

Achieva is an organization of individuals, professionals, and community partners to help you reach your individualized goals.

Programs & Services

Achieva's Employment Specialists are dedicated to matching workers to gainful employment that corresponds to their skills and interests.

Supported employment uses person-centered tools to help people secure and keep a job in a field they desire to work in while offering benefits counseling to ensure vital government benefits are maintained.

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A variety of housing options support the needs of every person

Achieva provides customized living options based on the needs and wishes of the person with a disability and their family. Whether you are looking for support in your current home, living arrangements with a group of roommates, or a home of your own, Achieva can help.

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Ensuring your child gets a strong start is our priority

If you are concerned about your child's development or you have been asked to select a provider for early intervention services, choose Achieva. Achieva Early Intervention has supported thousands of families for over 45 years as a trusted leader serving Allegheny County, Washington County, and Westmoreland County.

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Special Needs Trusts

Whether you're looking to protect your assets, seek financial assistance through a grant program or plan for the future

Family Support

With 70 years of experience, and employees who understand the needs of families, Achieva offers a variety of services to make your life just a bit easier. 

If you're in need of guidance, Achieva can lead you in the right direction.

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Achieva Hiring Event on Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Achieva Hiring Event on Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Mar 20 2024
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Pittsburgh (South Side), PA 15203
Empowered Voices

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Empowered Voices

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Mar 21 2024
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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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Pittsburgh Promenade

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Pittsburgh Promenade

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Mar 23 2024
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Pittsburgh, PA 15222

We are looking forward to celebrating at The Westin again this year at the Pittsburgh Promenade. Contributions raised through the Promenade fund critical Achieva programs not covered by government reimbursement, including Advocacy and Family Support programs.

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Working with the entire disability community has provided us with an understanding of the issues you face & the knowledge to help you navigate your options.

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Bipartisan Interest in Achieva

Bipartisan Interest in Achieva

Achieva has been proud to host two visits from local elected officials, PA Senator Devlin Robinson and PA Representative Nick Pisciottano.

'50 years ago this month, we exposed a state institution. It's finally closing.'

'50 years ago this month, we exposed a state institution. It's finally closing.'

"In 1973, Polk State School and Hospital drugged, bound and caged people with intellectual disabilities. We demanded change and helped set the stage for improvements that have endured." A first-person essay by Robert Nelkin in Public Source.

Governor Shapiro's Budget is a Lifeline for Families and Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism

Governor Shapiro's Budget is a Lifeline for Families and Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism

Today, I thank Governor Josh Shapiro for listening to families and making a commitment to them by proposing a historic increase in funding that will provide urgently needed services for more than half of the people on Pennsylvania's emergency waiting list.