AgrAbility PA

Happy Wednesday all! Today we have our last #meetthestaff post! Now you get to meet the person behind all of these new social media posts, Em! 🐔🌽🚜♿️ #agrabilitypa #agrability #agriculture #disabledfarmers #farmerswithdisabilities

Interested in what's happening in local agriculture legislation in PA? Tune in TODAY, January 28th at 9:10 AM for the PA Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee Meeting! You can attend in-person (Room 515, Irvis Office) or tune in online at pahouse.com/live

Interested in what's happening in local agriculture legislation in PA? Tune in on Tuesday January 28th at 9:10 AM for the PA Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee Meeting! You can attend in-person (Room 515, Irvis Office) or tune in online at pahouse.com/live

Happy Friday everyone! Another meet the staff post coming your way! Today we'd like to introduce you to Linda Fetzer, our AgrAbility PA Project Manager! 🐔🌽🚜 #agrabilitypa #agrability #agriculture #disabledfarmers #farmerswithdisabilities

Meet the AgrAbility PA staff!🐔🌽🚜 Abbie (Spackman) Kibe is the project assistant for AgrAbility for Pennsylvanians and has been providing AgrAbility’s client services for 10 years. She also owns and operates a family farm in Centre County, PA. #agrabilitypa #agrability #farming

The first week of January was busy for AgrAbilityPA. While presenting at the PA Farm Show during the Women in Ag series, staff had the opportunity to hear Dr. Temple Grandin speak. What a great honor and pleasure it was.

Last week AgrAbilityPA had the pleasure of meeting with Farmers at the Keystone Farm Show to share information about the AgrAbility program and how it can support farmers with disabilities.

Happy New Year, everyone! Here's to new adventures, fresh starts, and making unforgettable memories in 2025. Let’s embrace challenges, spread kindness, and shine brighter together! What are your goals for the new year?

From all of us at AgrAbilityPA - may your day be merry and your heart be bright!

Today's #TuesdayTech - Magnetic Mirrors. Having trouble seeing all areas due to limited range of motion? Magnetic Mirrors are a great option to improve visibility and safety on the farm. Learn more at: bit.ly/4ca4xYM

AT Fast Fact #6 - Farming ranks as one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. If you or someone you know could benefit from the support of AgrAbility visit our website at bit.ly/4gqOGaP

AgrAbility PA is proud to celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities today. Celebrating each individuals differences at home, in the community, and in the fields. #AccessibleWorld

Today we celebrate "Eat a Red Apple Day"! Check out this link bit.ly/4fNfVfV to find an orchard near you!

AT Fast Fact #5 - Assistive Technolgy (AT) can make what seemed impossible possible again. Learn how AT helped other farmers in our Field Notes newsletter at bit.ly/418Z0jw Contact us to learn how AgrAbilityPA and AT can help create possibilities for you.

AT Fast Fact #4 - Need AT in other places besides on the farm? Want to learn more? AgrAbilityPA also helps to connect families with other resources to meet their AT needs in their homes. Contact us to learn more bit.ly/4fLVAHX

AT Fast Fact #3 - Around the farm or in the garden, assistive technology can be hand controls, ratchet-style loppers, or anti-vibration gloves. It can also be an electric powered cart, cab cameras, or an agri-speed hitch. Learn more visit bit.ly/3Zc0aJB

It's #TuesdayTech and check out the dump wagon. This piece of Assistive Technology reduces strain on joints along with other benefits over a traditional wheelbarrow while working in the garden or doing barn work. Learn more at: bit.ly/4ca4xYM

On Thursday, AgrAbilityPA presented on assistive technology with the Dubois Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. Other presenters included Penn State DuBois OTA students, LIFT, and Brant's Driving School. Many great AT ideas were shared! Thank you DuBois OVR for collaborating!

AT Fast Fact #1 - What can AgrAbility PA and Assistive Technology on the farm do for you? Visit bit.ly/3ULwRem to learn more. bit.ly/3ULwRem