Ryan White Learning Collaborative Informs Local Agencies about OVR Services

The Ryan White Learning Collaborative convenes at JHF.

The Southwestern Pennsylvania Ryan White Learning Collaborative held their most recent session on August 15 at JHF, once again bringing together the various case managers and community health workers that serve people living with HIV (PLWH) in our region.

The learning collaborative has continued to hold these sessions on a bimonthly basis to facilitate community engagement and foster shared learning and collaboration. Approximately 30 people from 17 different Ryan White funded agencies were in attendance. The participants utilized time to network and discuss new strategies for assisting clients who are navigating various services and care supports.

James Lilley, the Assistant District Administrator for the Pittsburgh District Office of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) also provided an overview on OVR and how PLWH could be eligible for some of the programs and services that OVR offers. The presentation also provided more detailed insight into the application process and how the frontline staff in attendance could assist their clients with getting access to these available services to support opportunities for future employment.