Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄

Founding Member of Voices For Independence, Aspiring Photographer, Disability Advocate, Second Life (and other grids), & Much More!

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

Hello! As you may know, I am the Board President of Voices for Independence. Our mission is to empower people with disabilities and promote Independent living. Check us out at https://t.co/2SUwK0nAPc Thank you! Kathy A. Hertzog

[Voices for Independence @VFICIL]

🎉 Today is October 1st, which means that it's National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

♿ National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a time to recognize the many contributions people with disabilities make in the workplace and to celebrate the importance of accessible, inclusive employment opportunities.

🤝 At Voices for Independence, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to pursue meaningful work, build skills, earn a living, and contribute their talents to their community. Whether you’re looking for a job, exploring a new career path, or need support navigating the employment process, our Employment Services team is here to help.

📞 Pictured here are a number of real-life youth and adults who have worked with our Employment Services department. YOU could be next-- call us today to learn more about what Voices for Independence can do for you!
• Washington Office: [phone]
• Erie Office: [phone]

#NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth #NDEAM #NDEAM2026 #DisabilityEmployment #DisabilityRights #Disability #Employment #Career #VoicesForIndependence #VFICIL

[Graphic template courtesy of U.S. Dept. of Labor]

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ Neat! 😀🫂❤️🫶🦄🌈

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ Oh what a unique watch! That is so cool! 🫂🤗❤️🦄🌈

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ I am so sorry to hear that. I can certainly understand why you'd be heartbroken and struggling. Hugs 🫂🤗❤️🌈🦄

[Voices for Independence @VFICIL]

🏀 Voices for Independence is proud to announce that we will be starting Thursday night NO LIMITS WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL classes, right here at the VFI Erie office (1432 Wilkins Rd, Erie, PA 16505)!

🗓️ No matter whether you're a beginner or you're a longtime hooper, ALL LEVELS are welcome to attend! Starting on October 8, join us every Thursday (except Oct 22) from 5pm-6pm, where we'll be drilling the basics and playing indoors, right here in our gym.

♿ A limited number of sports chairs will be made available, so don't hesitate-- reach out to Tiff at [phone] to learn more and reserve your spot!

[Voices for Independence @VFICIL]

🎮 Join us for our first ever VFI GAME NIGHT, right here at the VFI Erie Office (1432 Wilkins Rd, Erie, PA 16505), where we'll be playing Madden & Mario Kart throughout the evening from 5pm-7pm! 🏈🏎️

Refreshments will be available. Gamers must RSVP to Tiff & Rachel at [phone] to secure their spot. We hope to see you there! ☺️

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ 🫂❤️🫶🙏🌞🌈🦄

[Voices for Independence @VFICIL]

There's no better time than 🎶THE 21ST NIGHT OF SEPTEMBER🎶 to announce our revamped ticket pricing for this year's DISCO SPECTACULAR-- now with ZERO additional floorside charges!

🎟️ General Admission tickets and reserved tables will go on sale TOMORROW! To join us at Rainbow Gardens for the big event on November 7, stay tuned to our social media/website for online ticket link (recommended) or stop by the VFI Erie office from 9am-4pm on weekdays, where we will be accepting in-person cash sales.
• General Admission - $20/each
• Reserved Table of 10 - $200
• Reserved Table of 12 - $240
• Reserved Table of 16 - $320
• Reserved Table of 20 - $400

‼️ PLEASE NOTE that this event is 21+! For additional information on tickets, or to sponsor this incredible event, please contact VFI Marketing Director Steve Johnson at [phone] or Helen Powers in Development at [phone], respectively.

💃🕺 We hope to see you there!

#DiscoSpectacular #DiscoSpectacular2026 #Disco #DiscoMusic #DiscoDance #Dance #70s #Bellbottoms #DiscoBall #Groovy #Retro #IWillSurvive #GetDownTonight #StayinAlive #DiscoInferno #SaturdayNightFever #EriePA #Erie #RainbowGardens #MillenniumSound #VFICIL #VoicesForIndependence #IndependentLiving #DisabilityCommunity #DisabilityRights #Disability #Fundraiser

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ @DebNZ4 You have a wonderful Talent for writing out your emotions which not only helps you, but it also helps others who may be experiencing similar emotions. Please continue your writing whenever you can! It's an excellent outlet for you and to potential Lifesaver for someone else!❤️🫂

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ Nice

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ @missispoi Enjoy!

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@firehorsemia @MattyAngelNZ 🦄🦄🦄🦄

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ You have really been through quite a lot! But you have been strong and Brave and you've gotten through it all! I am so glad to be your friend! Lots of love and hugs! 💗🫂🦄🌈

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ Yeah it's really unfortunate that they put that kind of spin on stories when there's so many of us that are really good people living in that kind of housing. It happens here as well. Great big hugs and lots of love💗🫂🦄🌈

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@MattyAngelNZ I am so sorry to hear people are treating you this way! Sometimes, we need nice things because it's the only thing that will work with our disabilities. None of their business what you purchase or how much you pay for it. Love you 💗

[Voices for Independence @VFICIL]

🚫🧘 ATTN ERIE OFFICE VISITORS: Unfortunately, today's 11am yoga class is canceled. All other activities will take place as scheduled. We look forward to seeing you all next time!

[Voices for Independence @VFICIL]

📣 ATTN ERIE AREA RESIDENTS:
Please visit the link below to learn more about the upcoming September Remote Area Medical - RAM Free Clinic. On September 12-13, RAM will be onsite at the Erie Center for Arts & Technology to provide dental, vision, and medical services, free-of-charge.

📋 For full information on how the clinic operates, please see the details on their Facebook event page (https://t.co/piTVuJmlzP) or visit their website's dedicated Erie event page at https://t.co/082WP9zPXX

[Image Courtesy of RAM]

#RemoteAreaMedical #RemoteAreaMedicalFreeClinic #RemoteAreaMedicalClinic #RAM #RAMFreeClinic #RAMClinic #EriePA #Erie #FreeMedicalCare #MedicalCare #FreeVisionCare #VisionCare #FreeDentalCare #DentalCare #ErieCenterForArtsAndTechnology

[Kathy 🙏🇺🇦🙏🦄 @KathyZog]

@colinwest771 I never do that a wasp would go after a butterfly!

[Count von Count @CountVonCount]

Six thousand twenty six!

[Voices for Independence @VFICIL]

📢 ATTN friends in PA's 12th Congressional District (Allegheny & Westmoreland Counties): A friendly reminder that at 6:30pm TODAY, @RepSummerLee will be hosting a live Tele-Town Hall to discuss affordability.

🔗 Please see the link in the retweet below to RSVP with the best phone number to reach you. You'll then receive a call at 6:30pm, where you'll be directly connected to the town hall. While questions from callers will be fielded live, you may also submit your questions in advance at said link.