Independent Living Resources

Gold Book: Understanding the Office of Developmental Programs

The mission of the Office of Developmental Programs is to support Pennsylvanians with developmental disabilities to achieve greater independence, choice, and opportunity in their lives. Their vision is to continuously improve an effective system of accessible services and support that is flexible, innovative, and person-centered.  In the Gold Book, you will find information to help guide you through the intellectual disability and autism services, supports, and resources in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Gold Book: Understanding the Office of Developmental Programs

Financial Fundamentals: Discussion Starters

Six topics to help youth/young adults with disabilities and their families get a handle on their financial future.

Financial Fundamentals: Discussion Starters

Fundamentos financieros: temas para iniciar el debate (español)

A Brief Guide to Special Needs Trusts for Families

A special needs trust, or supplemental needs trust, provides for the maintenance of an individual with disabilities by supplementing, rather than replacing, government benefits.

A Brief Guide to Special Needs Trusts for Families