Liberty Resources

06/01/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LIBERTY RESOURCES INC. ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION

Philadelphia, PA — The Board of Directors of Liberty Resources, Inc. announces that Thomas H. "Tom" Earle has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer due to personal health reasons, effective immediately.

For more than 23 years as Chief Executive Officer and more than 34 years as a leader within the Independent Living movement, Tom has dedicated his career to advancing independence, choice, and equal opportunity for people with disabilities. Under his leadership, Liberty Resources expanded its reach and impact across the region, strengthened advocacy efforts, developed
accessible housing opportunities, and helped thousands of individuals achieve greater independence within their communities.

"Tom's commitment to the Independent Living movement has helped shape Liberty Resources into the organization it is today. For more than three decades, he has championed the belief that people with disabilities should have the choice and control to direct their own lives, access the support they need, and fully participate in their communities. His leadership has strengthened our organization, advanced the broader movement for disability rights and inclusion, and laid a foundation that will continue to guide Liberty's work for years to come," said Sarita Kimble, Chair of the Liberty Resources Board of Directors.

Lauren Alden, Director of Independent Living Services, reflected on Tom's contributions to the Independent Living movement and its continued impact on the lives of people with disabilities. "Everyday, we see people with disabilities building lives in their communities, exercising choice, and achieving goals that matter to them. Those outcomes are possible because of decades of
advocacy, leadership, and commitment from people with disabilities and their allies throughout the Independent Living movement. Tom has dedicated his career to advancing that work and helping ensure that the voices, choices, and leadership of people with disabilities remain at the center of the movement," said Alden.

As part of Liberty Resources' succession plan, the Board of Directors has appointed Dan Hart, Chief Operating Officer, and Glenn Seagraves, Chief Financial Officer, to provide interim leadership and operational oversight while the Board, in partnership with Human Resources, conducts a search for Liberty's next Executive Director.

Daily operations, programs, and services will continue without interruption. Liberty remains committed to maintaining operational stability, advancing its mission, and serving consumers throughout the region.

"Leadership transitions naturally bring questions, particularly during times of organizational change," said Kimble. "The Board of Directors and leadership team remain focused on ensuring continuity, supporting our staff, strengthening our organization, and continuing the important work of advancing independence for people with disabilities."

Although stepping away from his role as CEO, Tom will always remain a valued member of the Liberty family. His influence can be seen in the lives changed, the barriers removed, the communities strengthened, and the generations of advocates he helped inspire.

"Serving Liberty Resources has been one of the greatest privileges of my life," said Tom. "I am deeply grateful to the board of directors, staff, consumers, advocates, partners, and supporters who have made this work possible. While my role is changing, my commitment to the Independent Living movement remains as strong as ever. Liberty's mission is bigger than any one person, and I have every confidence that Liberty’s best work is still ahead."

The Board of Directors, leadership team, staff, consumers, and community partners extend their gratitude to Tom for his decades of service and wish him continued health and happiness in the years ahead.Additional information regarding the leadership transition process will be shared as appropriate.

ABOUT LIBERTY RESOURCES INC.:

Liberty Resources is Philadelphia's Center for Independent Living and a leading advocate for people with disabilities. Through advocacy, peer support, independent living skills training, information and referral, housing initiatives, and community-based services, Liberty works to ensure that independence belongs to everyone.

Media Contact:
Steven T. Mack
Director of Communications & Development
Liberty Resources, Inc.
[email protected]

05/19/2026

Today Liberty Resources staff and consumers withstood the heat to get their seedlings planted in our community garden! Together we planted tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, and marigolds.

After garden group, we enjoyed a delicious lunch thanks to our good friend Nancy and support from the ADAPT fundraiser. We then cooled down with an accessible chair yoga session led by our own certified instructor, Morgan Hugo. To end the day, we had a very informative housing workshop with Bianca Wallidan, Executive Director of Liberty Housing Development Corporation.

We are definitely tired, but grateful for a day filled with community, learning, movement, and connection. 💚

To learn more about our Garden Group, Chair Yoga, or any of our services, contact Liberty Resources at 215-634-2000 x325.

Image Descriptions:

1. Several LRI staff and consumers gather outside around garden beds on a sunny day while preparing soil and gardening supplies.
2. A person wearing gardening gloves smiles while holding a seedling during the garden planting activity as another person sits nearby.
3 Two people work together watering and caring for plants inside a raised garden bed with marigolds and seedlings visible.
4. Consumers and staff participate in an accessible chair yoga session indoors.
5. A group discussion and housing workshop takes place indoors with consumers and staff seated in a circle, including several wheelchair users engaged in conversation.
Another view of the housing workshop shows participants listening and interacting together in a bright community room.

05/14/2026

We’re excited to partner with the Institute on Disabilities at Temple University, Black Girls With Green Thumbs, and the Kansas University Center on Disabilities on the new Green Access Philly initiative made possible through support from the William Penn Foundation.

At Liberty Resources, we believe independence and accessibility should extend into every part of community life, including our green spaces. This project represents the power of collaboration, inclusion, and community voice in helping reimagine what accessible and sustainable spaces can look like across Philadelphia.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to be part of this important work and look forward to building alongside our partners toward a more inclusive future for all.

The Institute on Disabilities, along with Black Girls with Green Thumbs, Liberty Resources, Inc, and the Kansas University Center on Disabilities, has just received a grant from the William Penn Foundation! Green Access Philly will reimagine what accessible green space can look like across Philadelphia. Through community voices and collaboration, this project will build a more inclusive and sustainable future for all. We are excited to get to work with our partners on this project!

https://williampennfoundation.org/news/awarded-grants-may-2026

Liberty Resources
Black Girls With Green Thumbs
KUCD - Kansas University Center on Disabilities

04/27/2026

We’re building more than housing, we’re building opportunity.

Liberty Resources Inc. and Liberty Housing Development Corporation are proud to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new development in the City of Chester that will bring six affordable, fully accessible homes to the community, along with expanded Center for Independent Living (CIL) services.

This project represents our continued commitment to ensuring that people with disabilities have the opportunity to live independently, with dignity, choice, and the support they need, right in their own communities.

From the first shovel in the ground to the voices shared at the podium, this day was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when community, advocacy, and vision come together.

Independence for Everyone.

Image Descriptions:

1. Bianca Waliddin, Executive Director of Liberty Housing Development Corporation, speaks at a podium under a blue “City of Chester” tent at a construction site. An ASL interpreter stands beside her signing, while attendees, including a person using a power wheelchair, listen.
2. Portia West, Deputy Mayor of the City of Chester, speaks at the podium under the “City of Chester” tent. An ASL interpreter stands to the side, and attendees sit nearby, including a person using a power wheelchair.
3. Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon delivers remarks at a podium labeled “Chester, Pennsylvania,” with construction equipment and dirt piles behind her. An ASL interpreter stands beside the stage.
4. Steven T. Mack, Director of Communications and Development at Liberty Resources Inc., speaks at the podium under the “City of Chester” tent, while an ASL interpreter stands beside him and attendees listen.
5. A group of community leaders, partners, and advocates stand together for a photo at the construction site beneath the “City of Chester” tent, with the future development area behind them.
6. Community members and partners sit in folding chairs under a “City of Chester” tent, attentively watching the groundbreaking ceremony, with others standing and taking photos nearby.

04/25/2026

Today we had the honor of celebrating something powerful.

LRI staff were recognized with the Neuro Inclusion and Neurodiversity Award from the Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia for their advocacy in fighting the Big Ugly Bill.

We are proud to stand with our community in advancing inclusion, dignity, and the rights of all people.

Thank you to the Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia for this meaningful recognition.

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Image Descriptions:

1. Latoya Maddox, Senior Independent Living Specialist at Liberty Resources, smiling while seated in a power wheelchair and holding a framed award certificate in a bright indoor space.
2. Dominique Howell, Independent Living Specialist at Liberty Resources, smiling while seated in a wheelchair and holding a certificate at an art exhibition, with artwork displayed on tables and attendees in the background.
3. Lauren Alden, Director of Independent Living Services at Liberty Resources, standing and smiling while holding a framed certificate, wearing a black ADAPT Philly shirt, with a child nearby in the background.
4. Event flyer that reads “Don’t Just Fly, SOAR… The 8th Art Exhibition and Mini-Expo – The Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia,” featuring a colorful infinity symbol over a city skyline.

04/24/2026

staff from Liberty Resources were proud to attend the Housing Symposium that we helped plan alongside PA LINK.

Expanding access to affordable and accessible housing in Delaware County remains a key priority as we continue to grow our Center for Independent Living services in the region. Opportunities like this allow us to connect, collaborate, and push forward solutions that center independence and equity.

We’re grateful to partner with organizations that share our belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to live in the community with choice, dignity, and the supports they need.

Because independence should belong to everyone.

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Photo Descriptions:

Photo 1: Liberty Resources staff and community partners gathered around a table in discussion during the Housing Symposium, reviewing materials and engaging in conversation about housing access and resources.

Photo 2: Close-up of symposium materials including a “Know Your Rights as a Renter in Pennsylvania” booklet and the event agenda, highlighting key information shared with attendees.

04/22/2026

🌱 Growing Together at Liberty Resources 🌱

Today, our gardening group came together to prepare our garden for the summer season. What started as planting quickly became something more. It became a moment of connection, movement, and community.

We planted cucumbers, squash, beans, tomatoes, and peppers, along with Black-eyed Susans and marigolds to bring color and life to the space. With the unexpected beautiful weather, we also enjoyed a chair yoga session outdoors, followed by lunch and time together.

At Liberty Resources, this is what independence looks like. Community, opportunity, and the freedom to live fully.

Independence for Everyone.

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📸 Photo Descriptions:
1. A group of participants seated in a circle outdoors on a brick courtyard, stretching together during a chair yoga session under clear blue skies.
2. A wider view of the group gathered in a circle, including individuals using mobility devices, engaging in discussion and movement activities together.
3. A smiling participant seated outdoors holding a small bag, with a grassy area and neighborhood buildings in the background.
4. Participants seated around a table with gardening supplies, listening and preparing materials for planting in the courtyard.
5. A group actively working in a garden area with raised beds, planting and organizing soil and materials, surrounded by greenery and community members.

04/01/2026

Today’s outing was all about connection, community, and independence.

Thanks to a grant from the District Attorney’s Office, our Men with Disabilities group enjoyed a special day out—building relationships and creating meaningful moments.

We’re grateful for partners who help make experiences like this possible.

This is Liberty Resources. Independence for Everyone.

Image Description: Four men smile together in front of a large Liberty Bell display at a Philadelphia ballpark. Three are standing in Phillies gear, and one man is seated in a wheelchair wearing a blue jacket and cap.

03/31/2026

Statement from Liberty Resources Inc.

Liberty Resources Inc. announces that its Liberty Resources Home Choices (LRHC) program will wind down home care services no later than May 24, 2026.

This was an incredibly difficult decision. LRHC has a long history of providing high-quality care in the home and community. Ongoing financial pressures, including insufficient state rate support, have made it unsustainable to continue delivering services at the level our Consumers deserve while also supporting a strong and fairly compensated workforce.

Liberty Resources Inc. (LRI) is not closing. We will continue to operate as Philadelphia’s Center for Independent Living, serving Philadelphia, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. Our commitment to advancing independence, dignity, and the rights of people with disabilities remains at the core of our work.

Over the coming months, LRHC will work closely with state partners and managed care organizations to support a thoughtful transition. Our priority is to ensure that Consumers continue to receive the care they need, maintain choice in their services, and experience as little disruption as possible. In many cases, attendants may be able to continue supporting the same Consumers through new arrangements.

We understand that this announcement impacts both the Consumers who rely on these services and the staff who provide them. We are committed to clear communication and support throughout this transition.

Liberty Resources will continue to stand with the people and communities we serve. While home care services are concluding. Our work in advocacy, independent living services, and community partnership will continue to move our mission forward.

03/16/2026

Millions of older adults and people with disabilities rely on Medicaid Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS) to live independently in their communities.

Unfounded fraud narratives can threaten these vital services and create barriers to care.

Accountability matters.
But independence should never be collateral damage.