OBRA Waiver

The OBRA Waiver is a Home and Community Based Waiver (HCBS) program that provides services to help people with developmental disabilities live in the community. The program is administered by the Office of Long-Term Living.

ELIGIBILITY:

Residency: You must be a resident of Pennsylvania
Age: You must be between the ages of 18 and 59
Disability: You must have a severe developmental or physical disability that requires nursing facility-level care
Financial: You must meet the financial requirements set by your local County Assistance Office
Disability onset: Your disability must have occurred before you turned 22 years of age

What types of disabilities qualify for the OBRA Waiver?

Severe developmental physical disabilities, such as cerebral palsy or epilepsy
Other related conditions (ORCs), such as physical, sensory, or neurological disabilities
A limited number of individuals with autism spectrum disorder

What services does the OBRA Waiver provide?

Services that help people remain independent in the community
Services that help people meet their needs for self-care, communication, learning, mobility, and more

The Act 150 Waiver

The Act 150 Waiver, also known as the Attendant Care Waiver Program, is a Pennsylvania program that provides in-home care and support for people with physical disabilities. The program is designed to help people live independently in their homes and communities

Eligibility:

Be a Pennsylvania resident
Be between 18 and 59 years old, or over 59 with conditional eligibility
Meet the level of care needs for a skilled nursing facility
Exceed the income limit for Medicaid

What services does The Act 150 Waiver provide?

Service Coordination: Helps participants access medical, social, housing, educational, and other services
Personal Assistance Services (PAS): Provides personal care
Financial Management Services (FMS): Helps participants with payroll and other employer responsibilities
Personal Emergency Response System (PERS): Helps participants in emergencies

Is there a Co-pay?

Eligible participants may have a co-pay for their services
The co-pay is based on income and will never exceed the total cost of the services

WE CAN HELP

Our Vision

We envision a future where the VCS community is a place of hope, where everyone has access to the resources they need to thrive.

Our Team Can Help You Gain Access for the Following Services:

Adult Daily Living
Employment Skills Development
Job Coaching (Intensive and Extended Follow-along)
Personal Assistance Services
Residential Habilitation Services
Respite
Structured Day Habilitation Services
Behavior Therapy Services
Nursing Services
Occupational Therapy Services
Physical Therapy Services
Specialized Medical Equipment and Supplies
Speech and Language Therapy Services
Community Integration
Community Transition Services
Counseling Services
Home Adaptations
Job Finding
Non-Medical Transportation
Nutritional Consultation
Personal Emergency Response System
Prevocational Services
Supported Employment
Vehicle Modifications

Our Programs

We offer a variety of programs to support individuals and families in several communities. We are committed to meeting the diverse needs of those we serve.

Upcoming Events

Join us for our upcoming events and help support our cause. From community festivals to fundraising events, we offer a variety of opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals and make a difference in our community.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our organization or want to learn more about how you or your organization can get involved, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are always happy to hear from members of the community.

info@vcscare.org

Empowering Independence for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities