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Community living arrangements (CLA) were developed to provide care for disabled individuals in small community settings rather than placing them in an institution. Children and Adult Disability and Educational Services operates various CLA's in Delaware, Chester and Bucks Counties. The Community Residential program uses Principles of Self-Determination and Quality Assurance Standards, along with a variety of other areas to assist in effective care for consumers. The purpose of the program is to develop an individual program to meet each person's needs and develop their full potential.  An integral part of the program is teaching individuals to make choices and integrate into the community in which they live.

 

Residential Mission Statement

“To provide a stimulating environment and a variety of opportunities for people with disabilities ”

 

In addition to our mission, we will:

  • Empower each person to have control of his/her life
  • Ensure individuals’ function at his/her optimal level of health
  • Explore the unique talents of each person
  • Assist people in realizing potential in areas of their choice
  • Explore stimulating interactions with others in order to discover new
        interests
  • Kindle enthusiasm to support everyone with kindness, respect and dignity

    • Most residences are single family dwellings although we do own some condominiums and rent some apartments.

    Staff to consumer ratios average about 2 to 3. Our direct support professionals have been with us an average of 4 years.   Equally impressive is the longevity of the management team.

    Individuals are referred through the Office of Mental Health/Mental Retardation in Bucks, Delaware or Philadelphia Counties.   We also accept private placements.

    If you would like more information, please call 610-328-5955, ext 1118.

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    We currently operate homes in the following communities

    Delaware County
    Aston
    Boothwyn Broomall
    Folsom
    Glen Mills Havertown Lansdowne
    Media
    Newtown Square Secane
    Springfield
    St David’s
    Upper Providence Wallingford
    Woodlyn

    Chester County
    Kennett Square
    West Chester

    Bucks County
    Levittown

     

    This project may be funded under a contract with Delaware, Bucks or Philadelphia Counties through the Delaware, Bucks or Philadelphia Department of Human Services/Department of Mental Retardation; The Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare; The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture; The City of Philadelphia, Office of Housing & Urban Development; however, Contractor is an independent contractor acting on its own behalf of the counties of Delaware, Bucks or Philadelphia, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or the Federal Government. Residents may also be required to pay a fee for room and board.

     

    The programs are licensed annually by Department of Public Welfare. During the year various agencies monitor the Community Residential Programs to insure the health, safety and welfare of the consumers.

    401 Rutgers Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081-2499       Phone: 610-328-5955        Fax: 610-328-0495         Secure Fax: 610-938-8785          e-mail us