The Power of Roles
2025-12-03 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-17 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
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Ideas That Matter
2025-12-05 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-12 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-15 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-06 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-13 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-06 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-14 09:00 - 12:00 and 3 more dates | Online
Ideas That Matter
Ideas that Matter is a half-day workshop aimed at offering a very brief look into some of Keystone Human Services’ foundational principles. We begin by exploring the history of disability, including how people with disabilities have been treated and thought about throughout history. We will take time to consider the threads and consequences of historical mindsets on the treatment of people today.
Looking forward, we discuss KHS’s vision statement in a small group format, sharing insights into how it resonates with and impacts our work individually and collectively. The session ends with a glimpse into the ideas of Social Role Valorization, a powerful framework for assisting people we serve to gain access to the good things of life.
Part of the New Employee Orientation process, all Keystone Human Services employees are required to attend this core developmental course. Employees should sign up through Relias.

SRV Refresher Course
2025-12-09 09:00 - 2025-12-10 13:30 | Online
SRV Refresher Course
Haven’t been to SRV for a while and are looking for a refresher course? Join us as we review the themes of Social Role Valorization and discuss how we have used these ideas over our years of serving others. A series of short presentations will be followed by chances to illustrate, discuss, and share ideas and struggles. Join us to learn about the several new themes of SRV, sharpen your grasp of the principles, recommit to using and teaching the ideas, and do it all in a relaxed atmosphere.
Prior attendance at a 3- or 4-day Introduction to Social Role Valorization workshop is required to register for this event.
This workshop will take place virtually on Zoom. You will receive a Zoom link in the confirmation email close to the date of the workshop.
12/9 and 12/10 Registration
Day 1 December 9, 2025 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EDT
Day 2 December 10, 2025 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EDT

The Power of Roles
2026-01-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-10 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-10 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-31 09:00 - 16:00 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place via Zoom. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
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SRV Office Hours
2026-01-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Keystone Institute, Second Floor – KI Library, 3700 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
SRV Office Hours
January 14 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
Keystone Institute is offering monthly SRV office hours – a dedicated space for conversation, reflection, and support around Social Role Valorization.
Whether you are:

Navigating implementation challenges
Exploring role enhancement strategies
Wonding how to apply the Culturally Valued Analogue
seeking clarity on model coherency, positive compensation, or social imagery

Keystone Institute staff are here to:

Listen and understand the issues you’re facing
Offer insight grounded in SRV theory and practice
Support your efforts to craft and sustain valued social roles

Office hours are available the second Wednesday of the month, both in person and on Microsoft Teams. No registration is required. Just drop in.

The Power of Roles
2026-01-20 09:00 - 2026-01-22 12:00 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
1/20 and 1/22 Registration
Day 1: January 20, 2026 9:00 am – 12:00 pm EST
Day 2: January 22, 2026 9:00 am – 12:00 pm EST

Distance Introduction to Social Role Valorization
2026-01-27 - 2026-02-05 | Online
Distance Introduction to Social Role Valorization
Date: January 27, 2026 – February 5 2026
The Introduction to Social Role Valorization is an intensive workshop which presents the idea of assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. Social Role Valorization is a comprehensive theory which provides insights as to why certain groups of people become devalued in society, what life experiences are likely to befall people once they have become devalued in the eyes of others, why valued social roles are a powerful response in combatting the negative life experiences, and ten essential themes which can guide implementers in pursuing valued social roles by, with, and for those practitioners desire to serve.
This foundational material is essential to those wishing to serve others in meaningful ways, and who are impassioned to make a difference in the lives of others. Many participants experience the learning within this event as the most helpful, inspiring, and clarifying body of knowledge they have been exposed to in their professional development, and it assists in long-term understanding and focus on being of service to others in ways that matter.
The workshop includes pre-recorded as well as live presentations, small and large group live reflection and discussion, online forums and resource materials. Participants should be prepared for significant presentations.
Course Schedule:
Week 1
Day 1: Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:00 am to 12:45 pm with additional individual assignment/work
Day 2: Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 am to 2:30 pm with additional individual assignment/work
Day 3: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Week 2
Day 4: Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm with additional individual assignment/work
Day 5: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Day 6: Thursday, February 5, 2026, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
*This course will take place entirely online. Participants must attend every session in order to receive credit for the workshop.*
You will receive a course syllabus in a confirmation email from the Keystone Institute. A manual will be mailed to you prior to the workshop. You will use the manual extensively throughout the workshop.
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SRV Office Hours
2026-02-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Keystone Institute, Second Floor – KI Library, 3700 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
SRV Office Hours
February 11 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
Keystone Institute is offering monthly SRV office hours – a dedicated space for conversation, reflection, and support around Social Role Valorization.
Whether you are:

Navigating implementation challenges
Exploring role enhancement strategies
Wonding how to apply the Culturally Valued Analogue
seeking clarity on model coherency, positive compensation, or social imagery

Keystone Institute staff are here to:

Listen and understand the issues you’re facing
Offer insight grounded in SRV theory and practice
Support your efforts to craft and sustain valued social roles

Office hours are available the second Wednesday of the month, both in person and on Microsoft Teams. No registration is required. Just drop in.

SRV Office Hours
2026-03-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Keystone Institute, Second Floor – KI Library, 3700 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
SRV Office Hours
March 11 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
Keystone Institute is offering monthly SRV office hours – a dedicated space for conversation, reflection, and support around Social Role Valorization.
Whether you are:

Navigating implementation challenges
Exploring role enhancement strategies
Wonding how to apply the Culturally Valued Analogue
seeking clarity on model coherency, positive compensation, or social imagery

Keystone Institute staff are here to:

Listen and understand the issues you’re facing
Offer insight grounded in SRV theory and practice
Support your efforts to craft and sustain valued social roles

Office hours are available the second Wednesday of the month, both in person and on Microsoft Teams. No registration is required. Just drop in.

Charting the LifeCourse: Building Person-Centered Paths Forward
2026-03-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Keystone Human Services, 2nd Floor Education Room, 3700 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
Charting the LifeCourse: Building Person-Centered Paths Forward
Putting people in the driver’s seat of their own lives and allowing them to pursue a life that is meaningful to them is some of the most worthwhile work we can do as people who work to stand by, with, and for people living with disability. Person-centered planning helps us discover a person’s true capacities and take action to assist them to contribute and experience belonging in their community. Charting the LifeCourse offers powerful tools to strengthen person-centered planning and make futures planning even more impactful. Join us as we explore how to facilitate effective and meaningful planning processes using the Charting the LifeCourse Framework to assist people to embark on the vision they hold for their life.
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Journey to a Better Me
2026-03-24 09:00 - 2026-03-25 15:30 | Fort Hunter Centennial Barn, 5395 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
Journey to a Better Me
Join the Keystone Institute for this newly revised curriculum, “Journey to a Better Me.” This active, participatory workshop focuses on leadership development and personal and professional enrichment through an engaging process. Effective listening, communication skills, attitudes of empowerment, creative problem solving, team building strategies, and reaching one’s potential are focal points around which participants both learn from and teach each other! The workshop will be held in-person over two days and facilitated by Ernie Jose from the HR and Development team in collaboration with KI faculty.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
3/24 and 3/25 Registration
Schedule
Day 1: March 24, 2026, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Day 2: March 25, 2026, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

SRV Refresher Course
2026-04-08 09:00 - 2026-04-09 13:30 | Online
SRV Refresher Course
April 8 2026 @ 9:00 AM – April 9 2026 @ 1:30 PM EDT
Haven’t been to SRV for a while and are looking for a refresher course? Join us as we review the themes of Social Role Valorization and discuss how we have used these ideas over our years of serving others. A series of short presentations will be followed by chances to illustrate, discuss, and share ideas and struggles. Join us to learn about the several new themes of SRV, sharpen your grasp of the principles, recommit to using and teaching the ideas, and do it all in a relaxed atmosphere.
Prior attendance at a 3- or 4-day Introduction to Social Role Valorization workshop is required to register for this event.
This workshop will take place virtually on Zoom. You will receive a Zoom link in the confirmation email close to the date of the workshop.
4/8 and 4/9 Registration
Day 1 April 8, 2026 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EDT
Day 2 April 9, 2026 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EDT

The Power of Roles
2026-04-14 09:00 - 2026-04-16 12:00 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
4/14 and 4/16 Registration
Day 1: April 14, 2026 9:00 am – 12:00 pm EST
Day 2: April 16, 2026 9:00 am – 12:00 pm EST

SRV Office Hours
2026-04-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Keystone Institute, Second Floor – KI Library, 3700 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
SRV Office Hours
April 15 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
Keystone Institute is offering monthly SRV office hours – a dedicated space for conversation, reflection, and support around Social Role Valorization.
Whether you are:

Navigating implementation challenges
Exploring role enhancement strategies
Wonding how to apply the Culturally Valued Analogue
seeking clarity on model coherency, positive compensation, or social imagery

Keystone Institute staff are here to:

Listen and understand the issues you’re facing
Offer insight grounded in SRV theory and practice
Support your efforts to craft and sustain valued social roles

Office hours are available the second* Wednesday of the month, both in person and on Microsoft Teams. No registration is required. Just drop in.
*Please note that April office hours are on the third Wednesday of the month.

SRV Study Group: Life Sharing
2026-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
SRV Study Group: Life Sharing
We often pronounce service practices overwhelmingly “good” or “bad,” yet the reality is more complex as any practice may offer both advantages and pitfalls for vulnerable people. SRV gives us a unique way to assess impact: spotting what helps people access the good things of life, while revealing risks and shortcomings that could cause harm.
This study group series invites SRV-savvy folks to examine practices and discuss hopeful possibilities and worries together.
This six-session study group series is designed to explore common human service practices through the lens of Social Role Valorization (SRV). Throughout the series, we’ll take a closer look at practices often labeled as “good” or “bad” and uncover the nuances – what truly helps people access the good things of life, and what might unintentionally cause harm. Each session will provide context, real-world examples, and collaborative analysis, giving us the chance to identify hopeful possibilities and safeguard against potential pitfalls.
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