STORY:	Today, there is an estimated 90,000 people living with a disability in Dauphin, Cumberland, Juniata, Mifflin and Perry Counties. The truth is that everyone is one accident away from becoming a person with a disability. Unfortunately, it is well known that in the past there has been a high level of frustration associated with finding the programs, services, support and opportunities available to people with disabilities.
WHAT:	The Center for Independent Living of Central Pennsylvania will launch a new, innovative program that is the first of its kind in Central Pennsylvania and is designed to overcome the challenges and hurdles of existing referral systems. The program, which has been a year in the making, was established by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities. It is being called a momentous victory for people with disabilities, their friends, family and loved ones.
SPEAKERS:	Dennis M. O'Brien, Speaker of the Pa. House of Representatives Estelle Richman, Secretary of Public Welfare and Chair of the Governor's Cabinet for People with Disabilities Theotis W. Braddy, CILCP Executive Director Tucker Hill, CILCP's Board President Compelling testimonials from people with disabilities
ATTENDEES:	Nearly 100 hundred representatives from social service and disability organizations in Central Pennsylvania and across the state are planning to attend.
WHERE:	Capitol Rotunda, Harrisburg
WHEN:	Tuesday, July 24, 2007 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:35 a.m.
HIGHLIGHTS:	Unveil program name, logo, tagline, Web site, etc. (photo op.) Reveal television commercials that will air across Central Pa. Disseminate media kits and additional information
CONTACT:	Jamie Fulginiti, jfulginiti@hersheyphilbin.com 717.975.2148