Keystone Human Services

SRV Study Group: Self Advocacy
2026-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Online
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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Ideas That Matter
2026-12-04 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-12-12 09:00 - 12:00 | 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 Office Hours
2026-12-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Keystone Institute, Second Floor – KI Library, 3700 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
SRV Office Hours
December 9 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
2026-12-15 09:00 - 2026-12-17 12:30 | 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.*

Day 1: December 15, 2026, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

Day 2: December 17, 2026, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
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