At A Bridge to Independence, we are proud to serve individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities throughout all 67 Pennsylvania counties. From the bustling streets of Philadelphia to the serene corners of Bedford County, our team works tirelessly every day to ensure that people of all abilities can live more independently, confidently, and meaningfully in their communities.
We don’t just offer services, we create connections that lead to improved lives. For the thousands of individuals and families who rely on us for support, those connections are lifelines.
Supporting Every Corner of the Commonwealth
Our work covers the entire state of Pennsylvania, with offices strategically located in Erie, Middletown, Philadelphia, Stroudsburg, and our Southwest Office, which provides dedicated coverage to ten counties in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Whether you live in the urban core of Pittsburgh or the rolling hills of Somerset County, our Southwest Office team is here to support you. We know that no two counties—or two families—are the same, and that’s why our service and supports coordinators are trained to meet the unique needs of each individual, whether they’re navigating city services in Allegheny County or searching for in-home care in rural Farmington, Fayette County.
The Southwest Office proudly serves:
- Allegheny County
- Bedford County
- Blair County
- Cambria County
- Fayette County
- Greene County
- Indiana County
- Somerset County
- Washington County
- Westmoreland County
Our team of compassionate professionals is not only experts in Pennsylvania’s waiver programs, but they are also your neighbors, deeply invested in the well-being of the communities they serve.
Individualized Support for Lifelong Independence
Through our offices statewide, A Bridge to Independence helps individuals enroll in and navigate vital programs like:
- The Adult Autism Waiver
- Attendant Care/Act 150 Program
- Community HealthChoices (CHC)
- OBRA Waiver
- Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Services
Our Supports Coordinators do more than check boxes. They form relationships. They advocate and help families gain clarity amid complicated paperwork and overwhelming systems. And they never stop working to ensure that each participant receives the services, respect, and dignity they deserve.
Real Stories. Real Impact.
Behind every plan and program is a person, be it a daughter able to stay home with her parents thanks to personal care assistance, a young man with autism building confidence through job coaching, or a senior maintaining independence with help from home modifications.
When families feel like they have hit a wall, we are the ones who help them push forward.
Community Support Powers Our Mission
As a nonprofit, the success of our work depends not just on policy, but on people like you. When you support A Bridge to Independence, you help us reach more families across Pennsylvania, particularly in underserved areas where services are more challenging to access.
Your donations help ensure that families do not fall through the cracks. Rural communities have equal access to care, so that every person, regardless of zip code, can live a life of dignity and possibility.
Here’s How You Can Help
- Donate – Every contribution helps us serve more individuals across all 67 counties.
- Spread the Word – Share our mission with families who may need help or with community leaders who can amplify our reach.
- Become a Community Partner – Join us in creating a more inclusive Pennsylvania through advocacy, outreach, and collaboration.
Together, We Build More Than Bridges
At A Bridge to Independence, we do not just coordinate services—we champion possibilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are not defined by their limitations but empowered by their potential. And thanks to your support, we will continue building bridges, from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia, from Erie to Stroudsburg, and everywhere in between.
Please support A Bridge to Independence. One Commonwealth. One mission. One bridge at a time.
