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As you know, the Rally will be on March 13th at 10:30 a.m. There is going to be a hearing at 11:30 a.m. as well. The location of the Rally is the East Wing Rotunda, Main Capital Harrisburg. We are anticipating approximately 750 – 1,000 to attend. Many individuals will…

When: March 13, 2017 Where: State Capital Building Time: 10:30 a.m. It is now time to “VOICE” your message on the “Proposed Changes” that the Office of Developmental Programs is attempting to implement on individuals with an intellectual disability. ALL individuals should have a CHOICE in what they want to…

Save the date for our 15th Annual Golf Outing. We’re hosting it at Greensburg Country Club on June 9. There is a great day planned for attendees! Registration details coming soon! Call 724-837-1250 ext 12 for more information.

We need to prepare for the worst and hope for the best. With that in mind, the Westmoreland County Blind Association will be hosting meetings on February 8th to determine what action is needed to have the Commonwealth revise their “Proposed Changes” for individuals with an intellectual disability. What will…

PLEASE take time to comment on Proposed Changes that the Commonwealth is planning to make on individuals with an intellectual disability. These changes will eliminate an individual’s CHOICE on where they want to work.   The deadline to comment is January 17, 2017.   Here is the information that you…

In celebration of #GivingTuesday please consider making a donation to the WCBA. Your gift will help support our efforts of employment, advocacy, assistance, awareness and independence! It is through the kindness of our friends and neighbors that the WCBA mission endures! Visit 
Ways To Give to see how you can…

Thanks to the 
District 14-E Lions Club (Westmoreland County) who recently donated a check to the Westmoreland County Blind Association in the amount of $3,240 for equipment needed in our Work Activity Center! Our Shredding Department has many options to fit your document or hard drive destruction needs. Whether you…

We are in need of volunteers for answering telephones and/or stuffing envelopes for our direct mailing projects. The work would be performed during our business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Shifts are very flexible and based on your preferred days and times. Contact Rebecca Labuda, Human Resources Coordinator…

Save the date for Visions of Springtime, an entertaining evening with the Westmoreland County Blind Association! Date: Friday, February 24 Time:
 6:00 p.m. Location: 
Greensburg Country Club Price:
 $50 per person RSVP:
  724-837-1250 ext 12 We’ll have a pasta bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres and cash bar along with excellent gift baskets and raffles.…

We have a variety of sponsorships available for the WCBA’s “Visions of Springtime” fundraiser! The participation of businesses and individuals is critical to the success of our annual gala and greatly appreciated. Please consider showing your support by choosing an advertising package or by donating items used for raffle prizes.…