Mainstay Life Services

Mainstay and Keystone Human Services were proud to sponsor this year's TPACON hosted by The Provider Alliance team members joined professionals from across Pennsylvania's ID/A community to explore how AI, innovation, and enabling technologies can support person-centered outcomes.

"Many providers are exploring technology enabled supports, but the most successful approaches focus on using technology as a tool to increase independence and person-centered outcomes, which aligns closely with our [Mainstay's] remote support strategy. " - Heather Lewis, Associate Director of Technology

"Hearing from advocates, professionals, and individuals with lived experience reminded me that technology should expand opportunities, strengthen independence, and help the people we support move forward in an ever-evolving world." - Aaron Smith, Community Supports Manager

Representatives from Mainstay subsidiary enTRUST Services hosted a vendor table where they enjoyed connecting with attendees and partners and discussing new opportunities to drive innovation in human services.

TODAY is The Pittsburgh Foundation’s event from 8:00am-11:59pm. Please consider making a contribution to Mainstay Life Services. All proceeds will help us continue to support essential needs and important activities through our Irene & Walter Jacob Supplemental Needs Fund. The Fund supports the acquisition of hearing aids and glasses, memberships, tickets to community events, art programs, vehicle modifications, technology, and so much more!

Thank you for your support!

https://www.pittsburghgives.org/organization/MainstayLifeServices-my_nonprofit

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are essential to helping people with intellectual disabilities and autism live and thrive in their communities.

The bipartisan Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act would establish a Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) for DSPs, helping policymakers better understand and address the workforce crisis affecting disability services.

📢 Please take action TODAY before the legislation is brought to a vote on 8/5!

Mainstay is a member of ANCOR, which has made it easy to contact your members of Congress and urge their support for this important legislation.

🔗 Take action now: https://ow.ly/8lcX50ZvKpB

TUESDAY, August 4th, is The Pittsburgh Foundation’s event from 8:00am-11:59pm! This online giving event helps support basic needs and essential human services in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. Each donation of $25+ is matched by an incentive pool!

At Mainstay Life Services we are looking for your support for our Irene & Walter Jacob Supplemental Needs Fund through . Combined, donations large and small will have a powerful impact in helping to enrich the lives and unlock the potential for the people we support.

https://www.pittsburghgives.org/organization/MainstayLifeServices-my_nonprofit

As Disability Pride Month comes to a close, Mainstay celebrates the strength, resilience, and voices of people with disabilities—not just in July, but every day.

This month has been an opportunity to honor the disability community, challenge common myths with facts, and recognize the importance of removing barriers, creating opportunities, and ensuring that every person is valued and heard. While meaningful progress has been made, there's still work to do to build a world where everyone can fully participate and thrive.

Disability Pride doesn't end with the month. It continues through our vision, mission, values, and commitment to enriching lives and unlocking potential every day.

Want to learn more about Disability Pride Month and ways to celebrate? Check out this helpful resource from The Arc: https://ow.ly/NRcp50ZuEg5

🎄✨ Christmas came early at Slippery Rock Campground!

Cindy invited Kathleen, Danielle, and Venus to her camp to celebrate Christmas in July. It was a festive day full of holiday cheer. They explored the beautifully decorated campground by golf cart, stopped for fun photos along the way, and wrapped up the afternoon with lunch at Cindy's camp. Plenty of merry memories were made together! ❤️🎅

Welcome to Mainstay!

Last week, we welcomed a new staff member. We are excited to have her on the Mainstay team!

Know someone who's job hunting? Please share these employment opportunities: https://ow.ly/OHsA50ZuE6Q

🎉 Congratulations to Valerie on 5 Years at Life’sWork! 🎉

For the past five years, Valerie has been a dedicated member of the Life’sWork team, contributing through mailings, assembly projects, and keeping workspaces clean and welcoming. One of her favorite responsibilities is cleaning the bathrooms because she enjoys seeing the results of her hard work.

Valerie works five days a week and has built a routine she enjoys alongside her coworkers. Recently, the Life'sWork team celebrated this milestone with a special lunch, recognizing her commitment and contributions over the years.

Congratulations, Valerie, on this achievement. We’re happy to celebrate your five years of hard work, dedication, and success at Life’sWork!

The Pittsburgh Foundation’s event is just one week away! This online giving event helps support basic needs and essential human services in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. Each donation of $25+ is matched by an incentive pool!

Mainstay is participating in on Tuesday, 8/4 to raise funds for the Irene & Walter Jacob Supplemental Needs Fund. Combined, donations large and small will have a powerful impact in helping to enrich the lives and unlock the potential for the people we support.

🏡 Life Sharing through Mainstay

Are you supporting someone with an intellectual disability, autism, or a medically complex condition? Did you know you can receive compensation to do so? Life Sharing could be for you!

Open your home. Change a life. Create a true sense of belonging.

Life Sharing is a program where families or community members welcome a person with a developmental disability into their home, offering a supportive, family-style environment. It’s a meaningful alternative to traditional services. ❤️

A Life Sharing partner:
- Receives a tax-free stipend
- Is paid room room & board by the participant, when applicable
- Could be compensated for work they are already doing for a person with disabilities

Learn more and reach out to Mainstay to see if Life Sharing is for you! 💛
https://mainstaylifeservices.org/life-sharing/