McAndrews Law Offices, P.C. is a nationally recognized 19-attorney firm that provides families of Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, the Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Area, and New Jersey with exceptional legal representation in Special Education, Estate Planning, and the representation of individuals involved in higher education allegations of misconduct.

Community support group for those affected by Fragile X. We hold family and caregiver events, advocate and hold educaitonal events for Fragile X.

CAP is an advocacy program for people with disabilities administered by the Center for Disability Law & Policy. CAP help people who are seeking services from the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Blindness and Visual Services, Centers for Independent Living and other programs funded under federal law. CAP help is provided to you at no charge, regardless of income. The Pennsylvania Client Assistance Program is dedicated to ensuring that the rehabilitation system in Pennsylvania is open and responsive to your needs. You can count on the Client Assistance Program (CAP) to provide you with information and advice about rehabilitation programs, to advise you of your rights and responsibilities, to help you resolve any problems that may arise while you are seeking services from rehabilitation programs and to help you pursue administrative and legal remedies to protect rights.

Innovative services to children and adults living with developmental, behavioral, and mental health challenges. We seek to help those we serve lead rich and fulfilling lives in the community.

Child Guidance Resource Centers is a private, non-profit community organization  that for over 60 years has been dedicated to providing quality behavioral healthcare and educational services in the community. Child Guidance’s programs have proven to be successful at assessing, treating, and empowering children, adolescents, adults, and families with behavioral health struggles and developmental disabilities. 

Continuum Behavioral Health is an in-home, school and community ABA company. Provides a seamless continuum of care starting with diagnosis and extending through assessment and treatment

The Drexel Autism Support Program (DASP) is a student-centered program for current Drexel students with the goal of promoting academic competency, self-advocacy, interpersonal skills, independent living, and social integration.

Career, Independent Living & Learning Studies (CILLS) is a program sponsored by East Stroudsburg University that is designed to provide individuals with intellectual disabilities with a learning experience in a campus environment where life and work skills are accelerated by daily encouragement in the life of a university.  The program includes living off campus and acquiring proficiency to function among others without disabilities on campus.  In addition, the program provides personal development activities combined with classes designed to develop essential skills for independent living and future employment. 

The College Success Program (CSP) addresses the unique needs of Eastern University students living with ASD. The CSP’s supportive services are targeted to individual needs and are offered in context, as students experience life in traditional undergraduate baccalaureate programs on the St. Davids campus.

The Labyrinth Center for Autism Spectrum support, rovides a comprehensive and holistic approach to support IUP students with Autism Spectrum Diagnosis as they build relationships, gain independence, experience academic success, and graduate from IUP with the professional and personal skills needed to embark on a fulfilling life and career. 

This one-year to two-year program gives adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities the opportunity to earn a proficiency-based certificate in a college setting. The unique, non-credit program gives students the opportunity to learn academic and vocational skills alongside traditional students pursuing similar vocational interests. Students are also provided the opportunity to learn important social and “soft” skills that are pivotal for employment.

A four-year post-secondary initiative for young adults with an intellectual disability who are interested in participating in an academic, vocational and social university experience. Integrated Studies is the first residence hall based residential program in the state of PA.

This project focuses on supporting college-bound students with high functioning autism as they transition to higher education. PDE/BSE is providing the support of Dr. Jane Thierfeld Brown, Director of College Autism Spectrum, a recognized expert in college support. As part of PDE/BSE’s commitment to the project Dr. Thierfeld Brown and the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN) staff will work with high schools and colleges to create a successful framework for college access and supporting successful degree completion.

Provides evidence-based social and behavior supports to help WCU matriculated students with autism develop the independent life and interpersonal skills to graduate and lead successful professional lives.

We provide employment services to individuals who need support at their job in the community, volunteering or in our adult training centers. We work with students (through OVR pre-employment training program) or after graduation.

Philadelphia-area job search and job support agency assisting people with disabilities in locating employment and succeeding in a job. Our job seekers have found fulfilling employment throughout diverse sectors, including clerical services, retail, food service, hospitality & tourism, gaming, child care, and healthcare. We work with job seekers in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Delaware, Chester, and Bucks counties as well as the state of Delaware. Through creativity, flexibility, and a commitment to community-based services, CIS provides individualized, person-centered support and training to help individuals with disabilities attain their employment goals.

As a Certified Employment Services Professional (CESP) and Harrison Assessment™ Talent Management Consultant, Rich is a Comfort Career Coach™ who offers private career development services. Rich is passionate about disability employment and believes that Qualified Individuals with INVISIBLE Disabilities (Q-iwids™) are an essential part of today’s workforce who must become fully engaged. He has struggled to maximize his potential at work without the benefit of disclosing his invisible disability and now loves to empower other Q-iwids™ to become authentic, successful, and comfortable at work. Comfort Career Connections offers the Fast Track Comfort Career Audit™; a virtual, customizable career planning tool that combines the power of the Harrison Assessment™ with our unique career planning system, CFACE™; the Comfortable Fit Approach to Career Exploration™.

The Arc Discovery Employment Transitions (ADEPT) is The Arc of Pennsylvania’s customized employment program. The Arc of Pennsylvania supports individuals with significant impact of disability to seek and maintain customized employment in their community. As a result, The Arc of Pennsylvania’s consultants are trained and nationally certified by  Marc Gold & Associates, a national leader in customized employment, to provide Discovery, Customized Employment Job Development, and Systematic Instruction to individuals with disabilities in Pennsylvania who are seeking employment.

GettingHired provides jobs for people with disabilities, by removing barriers and connecting them to our employers, partners, and resources.

GSL and Associates has experience helping families and individuals with disabilities to locate, coordinate and monitor services to see that all health, safety and individual needs are being met in order to support them appropriately. This includes the coordination of care, benefits planning, funding options, corporate trustee selection, employment, and independent living.

Financial works with clients to close any gaps among community, government, and long term supports. Our strategic partners can assist with obtaining federal and state benefits, including waivers and Social Security. We develop a comprehensive financial, legal, and social strategy to help families achieve their goals for themselves and their loved ones with special needs.

M. Leahy & Associates is a full service disability life planning company. We can help you secure SSI/SSDI benefits, waivers, and Medicare/Medicaid. We advise our clients and their families with transition planning and help you obtain resources to build a Disability Life Plan to achieve the most productive and independent life possible.

Preparing for that next step in life isn’t always easy. My combination of experience, professionalism and access to a wide variety of products and services can help you meet your financial goals, estate strategies and insurance needs. Whether your goals include preparing for milestone life events like retirement or college, or whether you’re simply looking for life, disability income or long-term care insurance protection, I promise you a new level of attention, insight and capability. Contact me to discuss your financial future.

Social Security Disability Benefits, Wills and Special Needs Trusts

A PA ABLE account gives individuals with qualified disabilities (Eligible Individuals), and their families and friends, a tax-free way to save for disability-related expenses, while maintaining government benefits. Federal and state law authorized the creation of PA ABLE accounts.

The Mission of PLAN of PA is to provide Planning, Trust, and Care Management Services to individuals with special needs; autism, brain injury, mental illness and intellectual disabilities utilizing a strength-based approach to maximize potential.

Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) provides individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism, and their families, the services and supports they need and the opportunity to make real choices about living, working and options for social activities to enable them to live in and participate fully in the life of their communities. The Bureau of Autism Services falls under the Office of Developmental Programs. Waivers related to ODP include Consolidated Waiver and Person/Family Directed Support Waiver (P/FDS).

Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) provides vocational rehabilitation services to help persons with disabilities prepare for, obtain or maintain employment. OVR provides services to eligible individuals with disabilities, both directly and through a network of approved vendors. Services are provided on an individualized basis.

The information shared in this site is intended to communicate the Department of Human Services’ efforts to enhance the quality of life and independence of Pennsylvanians with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and to support their families and caregivers.

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The Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability programs are the largest of several Federal programs that provide assistance to people with disabilities. While these two programs are different in many ways, both are administered by the Social Security Administration and only individuals who have a disability and meet medical criteria may qualify for benefits under either program.

Ticket to Work is a free and voluntary program that can help Social Security beneficiaries go to work, get a good job that may lead to a career, and become financially independent, all while they keep their Medicare or Medicaid. Individuals who receive Social Security benefits because of a disability and are age 18 through 64 probably already qualify for the program.

SPIN offers Employment and Community Participation Services across Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks, Lehigh, and Northampton counties. SPIN’s Employment Services are offered to youth, aged 14-21, and adults with intellectual, developmental, and autism spectrum disabilities. People seeking employment receive support in finding job opportunities, professional development, orientation and training on the job, and ongoing support to maintain successful employment. SPIN has over 100 business partners and our staff are certified in Discovery and Customized Employment best practices. SPIN’s person first services support people to achieve a life that is full and meaningful where they are truly engaged in their community. SPIN helps youth and their families navigate the transition to adulthood through workshops, job trials, and paid internships that prepare the youth for life after graduation. SPIN’s Community Participation Services support adults to develop new skills and talents, build healthy relationships, and live more independently. SPIN has been named a Top Workplace for seven consecutive years, has been recognized locally and nationally as a leader in workforce development and has also been designated as an Autism

KenCrest’s Personal Support Network (PSN) provides individualized options that are designed to support each person, as they choose, for the purpose of living as independently as they possibly can. Personal Support Specialists work with children, youth and adults to accomplish a variety of outcomes at home, as well as in the community. Services include companion services, supported living, in home and community support, housing-CLA, Life sharing, day programs and job coaching

Since 1912, Devereux has provided supports and services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Devereux Adults Services provides residential, vocational, job coaching, and community habilitation services and supports throughout Chester, Montgomery and Delaware Counties.

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc is a provider of home and community-based services in Pennsylvania through the Adult Autism, Consolidated, and P/FDS waivers. Our Services include Home and Community Habilitation, Community Support, Behavior Support, Respite, Companion, and Job Supports.

Camphill Soltane is an adult training facility for individuals with IDD and ASD. Programs are supported by an organizational infrastructure that includes full-time volunteers, called coworkers, as well as employed staff who lead classes, support work areas, live in or provide support in houses, perform administrative duties, maintain the physical plant, and more.

Families Creating Communities for Adults with Special Needs is a nonprofit founded and led by parents and family members of adults with disabilities. Families CCAN assists families in developing innovative models of housing, employment and volunteer activities for their family members. Through education, access to expertise and resources, networking, advocacy, and partnerships with agencies and other organizations, we aim to create caring communities for adults with disabilities in the 5-county Philadelphia area.

Supported employment and career services, adult day program, accessible, affordable, integrated and independent housing communities, adaptive technology, community computing, resident service coordination and care management.

JCHAI fosters a unique setting where individuals are encouraged and assisted to develop their independence and daily living skills, while their lives are enriched with an array of opportunities to be active within the greater community. Since our inception, JCHAI is proud to have expanded to operate three community homes as well as an apartment program. Beyond that, our home and community-based services now include JCHAI AT HOME, a unique service designed to offer 1:1 in-home supports to persons living with family members or in their very own residence. Family members can relax and rejoice in the knowledge that their child or sibling has a safe, comfortable home that provides structure within the least restrictive environment possible. Opportunities for cultural, religious, and social enrichment abound within and beyond the walls of the JCHAI community!

KenCrest homes support one to five people, depending on need and location. Most homes have 24-hour supervision, and all meet state licensing standards. KenCrest homes are adapted to the needs of the individuals living there and are maintained with care. You can be assured that people sharing KenCrest homes are carefully matched and have opportunities to visit the home before choosing to live there.

The Philadelphia Independence Network (PIN) program empowers young adults with disabilities to live independent lives in their own apartments. Members are supported from a whole life perspective: living, working, and socializing. Supports are customized for each individual and modified as appropriate.

Modern Driver Institute is the only private driver training school in the region which specializes in teaching individuals with cognitive, behavioral, learning and developmental differences. 

Carousel Connections provides community experiences and training for teenagers and young adults focusing on “next steps” and building independence in the home, on the job, and on the go! At Carousel Connections, opportunities are provided to learn, maintain, and improve skills through participation in vocational training, independent living mentoring, and recreational activities. Programs include a six week residential summer experience based on the campus of Haverford College, adventure weekends to the Pocono Mountains, and family and individual consulting to share resources related to the transition process and supporting program goals within the home. This fall, Carousel Connections launched community “crews” and volunteer day experiences to further develop vocational skills, build independence and self-confidence, nurture relationships with organizations and community partners in the area, and foster inclusive living-learning experiences.

A research organization built around a public health science approach to understanding and addressing the challenges of autism spectrum disorders. The Autism Institute's mission is to discover, develop, promote and disseminate population-level and community-based approaches that will prevent autism associated morbidity and disability and improve the quality of life for individuals with autism of all ages.

The Center for Autism Research is a collaboration between the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and The University of Pennsylvania that focuses on conducting research to understand the underlying causes of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), supporting individuals with ASD and their families with evidenced-based resources and education and training the next generation of master clinicians and scientists in best practices.

Spectrum Disorders (ASD), the staff of Spectra Support Services, provides quality interventions that improve the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. Serving preschool children through adults, we provide an array of services including: individual interventions (coaching, counseling, music therapy), group interventions (music therapy, social and attention skills groups, sibling groups), and training and support. We also offer a unique case management service for those families who “don’t know where to start” to connect them with supports they need and are entitled to, and are launching new programming for transitioning teens and young adults in the fall of 2018.

SAM Inc. is a Support Coordination Organization that serves individuals in multiple counties in the Commonwealth as well as New Jersey. The SAM Inc. Montgomery County office has been in existence since January 2013. We currently locate, coordinate and monitor services for more than 500 individuals within the Intellectual Disabilities System in Montgomery and surrounding counties.

PersonLink is an agency within Public Health Management Corporation that provides Support Coordination Services to Individuals with Intellectual disAbilities starting at the three years of age.

Our staff excel in providing strong advocacy services working within a variety of settings and organizations. We are able to provide a flexible schedule for meeting with you and your family to address your concerns and needs For school age individuals, PFSC can assist with and navigate the process of transitioning from school age to the adult world PFSC staff are knowledgeable of county resources and service systems and can assist in obtaining them. We have an appreciation for the individual’s needs, desires, choice, control and self determination. As a private organization our first loyalty is to you.

MSM Social Coaching can provide solutions for teens and adults with social challenges by focusing on transition to college or technical school, social skills, employment support, and family consultation. Our framework covers a variety of topics such as soft skills for employment and beyond, understanding dating and friendship issues, improving family relationships, managing “out of control” feelings, and self-advocacy, resiliency and flexibility.

Cerebral Palsy Association 749 Springdale Drive Exton, Pa 19341 610.524.5850 ccdisability.org ksharpe@ccdisability.org Cerebral Palsy Association provides social work/service coordination services to assist with the independence of adults (18 and over) to access waiver services available under the Office of Long Term Living (OBRA, Commcare, Independence, Attendant Care). The Cerebral Palsy Association is also a resource center for persons with disabilities and a Funding Assistance Center for PATF and can help with lowinterest loans for assistive technology

Supports Coordination Provider. At Care Lync, we believe everyone deserves a life that is fulfilling and independent, regardless of physical or mental disabilities. Our Service Coordinators work with adults enrolled in the Department of Human Services Medicaid Waiver program to understand, apply, enroll, and secure the services they need in order to live independently, both in the home and the community.

ASCEND’s mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families in the Greater Philadelphia area impacted by Asperger Syndrome and Autism through connections, community and support.

The Arc’s Adult Advocacy services provide information & referral, individual advocacy and systems advocacy regarding issues of adult community life. Those core issues in adult advocacy include functional supports and services, social supports, employment and housing, health care, benefits, and the quality of community life. The adult advocate assists individuals and families in accessing the resources needed to support meaningful community life for adults with developmental disabilities. Self-determination is a guiding principle of The Arc’s Adult Advocacy services.

The Arc Alliance provides Supports Coordination services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. A Supports Coordinator’s main role is to locate, coordinate, and monitor supports and services. Our agency serves individuals in Berks, Bucks, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties.

SYW is an Advocacy and Supports Coordination agency. We will advocate and assist anyone who wants supports to access needed services and supports in the Greater Philadelphia Area. We are an approved provider for the following Office of Long Term Living (OLTL) Home and Community-Based Programs: Act 150 Program; Aging Waiver, Attendant Care Waiver; COMMCare Waiver; Independence Waiver; and OBRA Waiver.

Your Choice Supports Coordination provides Supports Coordination for participants in the Adult Autism Waiver in Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, Bucks, and Lancaster Counties. We are also in the qualification process for the PFDS and Consolidated Waivers in Delaware County. Our person- centered planning and community focused approach to locate, coordinate, and monitor needed services and supports for Waiver participants is what differentiates us.

The Whitemarsh Aktion Club allows adults living with disabilities to participate in community service projects, gain leadership skills and become more involved in society. We are a service club that is sponsored by the local Kiwanis Club of Norriton Circle and the Kiwanis Club of Conshohocken.

Equine Assisted Therapies including Horseback Riding, Horsemanship and Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy and Learning. We also offer learning environments utilizing our farm and it’s needs for those who are differently able offering opportunities to learn new skills, instill responsibility and follow through and to observe the workings of many trades and skill sets. Camps and other educational opportunities are provided at our farm as well.

We are an Adult Asperger Syndrome/ Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Group. We meet monthly every 2nd Saturday in Berwyn, PA. We’re a local chapter of a national organization. We improve our lives on the spectrum by giving each other support, education/ understanding, social interaction, and self-advocacy.

Delaware County, PA 215.498.1420 cfcounselingconnections.com CF Counseling Connections offers community based social skills groups for young adults ages 18-30 years old diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders who are looking to form meaningful social relationships. Our social skills groups provide an opportunity for members to participate in fun, community based outings which are co-facilitated by licensed counselors who assist the group members with improving social interaction and conversational skills, practicing independent living skills and increasing self-esteem. Individual counseling is also offered for adolescents, young adults and families in Havertown, PA. Our services are private pay at this time.

The Arc of Chester County offers numerous services for individuals with disabilities and their families. We offer comprehensive employment services where we work to place individuals with disabilities in fulfilling jobs, a recreation program focused on making sure individuals with disabilities are out in the community enjoying what it has to offer, socialization with their peers, and training throughout the county on transition planning with a systems advocacy department.

Center for Social provides the most cutting-edge treatments specific to ADHD, Asperger's, higher-verbal autism spectrum diagnoses and Mild Intellectual Disabilities. Our services focus on improving Social Thinking® Skills, Executive Function and Self-Regulation Skills. Additionally, we work with parents of young adults to empower them to support their child's transition towards independence.

In-Sync and Social is an Occupational Therapy based social skills program. Children and adults with behavioral health diagnoses often exhibit sensory systems that are imbalance or not “in-synch”. We provide both individual and group therapy to address sensory and socialization deficits. A combined sensory and behavioral approach is used to achieve functional outcomes. It is our goal to utilize evidence-based practice in the treatment of our clients.

Let’s Go Play, Inc. provides social skills classes for teens and adults with social issues. With our Heroes Program, like video games, our players become super characters with special skills. Players work together in a group to defeat monsters. It’s exciting and leads to awareness of others skills and abilities.

Our mission is to create more meaningful lives for people with disabilities through creative social, employment and housing programs. Our weekly Friday night coffeehouse called Our Community Cup has been running successfully for over a year and a half. Our cooking classes, hiking programs and yoga classes have been well attended. We have been working on employment opportunities and are looking to start a business in which to employ people with disabilities. We are also looking to create a clubhouse in Delaware County which will be a combination of activities and a business. What are your ideas? We will work with you to create them.

The Upper Main Line YMCA offers two recreational/ social programs for adults with special needs – bowling league and “Open Doors”.

Avail is an award winning, educational platform that promotes learning and independence for children and adults with disabilities. The software delivers step-by-step instructional prompts based on the learners’ goals and ability through a smart device. The innovative system provides educational an independent living content,assessment tool and monitors from a distance. Empowering and innovating schools, adult services and supported employment agencies to deliver individualized plans creating a lifetime of independence.