Let A Bridge to Independence Bridge the Gap
Navigating Pennsylvania’s waiver system can be confusing and time-consuming, especially for individuals with disabilities and the families who support them. Between eligibility requirements, multiple waiver programs, and ongoing service coordination, it’s often unclear where to start.
That’s where A Bridge to Independence comes in.
A Bridge to Independence is an accredited Supports Coordination Organization that identifies, coordinates, and monitors home- and community-based services for individuals with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities across Pennsylvania.
Our role is simple: We bridge the gap between waiver funding and real, everyday support.
What Is the Pennsylvania Waiver Program?
The Pennsylvania Waiver Program provides state- and federally funded services that allow eligible individuals to receive care in their homes and communities, rather than in institutional settings.
Waivers are designed to support independence, but each waiver has distinct eligibility rules, services, and administrative requirements. Understanding how to apply for, enroll in, and use waiver funding can be overwhelming without guidance.
Supports Coordination ensures individuals receive the services they qualify for, and that those services continue to meet their needs over time.
What Does a Supports Coordination Organization Do?
As your Supports Coordination provider, A Bridge to Independence helps turn complex systems into clear next steps.
We support individuals and families by:
- Identifying eligibility for Pennsylvania waiver programs
- Developing person-centered service plans
- Connecting individuals with qualified providers
- Coordinating medical, personal care, and community supports
- Monitoring services for quality, safety, and effectiveness
- Adjusting supports as needs change
Supports Coordination is ongoing—not a one-time service. We remain involved to ensure continuity, advocacy, and accountability.
Pennsylvania Waiver Programs We Support
This page serves as a central hub for Pennsylvania waiver programs supported by A Bridge to Independence. Each waiver is linked below for more detailed information.
Physical Disability & Long-Term Services Waivers
OBRA Waiver
The OBRA Waiver supports individuals with physical disabilities who require a nursing-facility level of care but wish to remain in their homes.
Learn more about the OBRA Waiver
Community HealthChoices (CHC) Waiver
The CHC Waiver provides long-term services and supports for older adults and individuals with physical disabilities, integrating medical care with home- and community-based services.
Learn more about the CHC Waiver
Attendant Care / Act 150 Program
This program provides services for individuals who do not qualify for Medicaid but still need assistance with daily living activities.
Learn more about Attendant Care / Act 150
Waivers Transitioned to CHC
Several Pennsylvania waivers are now administered through Community HealthChoices, including:
- Attendant Care Waiver
- Independence Waiver
- CommCare Waiver
- Aging Waiver
Learn more about CHC-transitioned waivers
Intellectual & Developmental Disability (IDD) Waivers
Adult Autism Waiver
The Adult Autism Waiver supports adults with autism by funding services that promote independence, employment, and community participation.
Learn more about the Adult Autism Waiver
Intellectual & Developmental Disability (IDD) Waivers
Pennsylvania’s IDD waivers provide long-term services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, emphasizing person-centered planning and community inclusion.
These include:
- Consolidated Waiver
- Community Living Waiver
- Person/Family-Directed Support (P/FDS) Waiver
Learn more about IDD Waiver Supports
Why Supports Coordination Matters
Waiver services are only effective when they are properly coordinated and monitored. Supports Coordination ensures:
- Services align with individual goals
- Providers remain accountable
- Changes in health or living situations are addressed quickly
- Individuals remain safely supported in the community
With the right coordination, individuals can maintain independence, dignity, and choice—while families gain peace of mind.
Let A Bridge to Independence Bridge the Gap
If you or a loved one may qualify for a Pennsylvania waiver program, you don’t have to navigate the system alone. A Bridge to Independence bridges the gap between eligibility, services, and meaningful support, helping individuals with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities lead fuller, more independent lives.
Contact us today to learn more about Supports Coordination and Pennsylvania waiver programs.
