PA Bureau of Autism Services, Office of Developmental Programs.
Services
Welcome to the Bureau of Autism Services, Office of Developmental Programs.
The information shared in this site is intended to communicate the Department of Human Services’ efforts to enhance the quality of life and independence of Pennsylvanians with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and to support their families and caregivers.
Go to the website for all information on any of these subjects
Pennsylvania's Adult Autism Programs
The Office of Developmental Programs supports children and adults with autism through services and supports available in the following four (4) waivers:
Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)
Community Living Waiver (CLW)
Consolidated Waiver
Person Family Directed Support Waiver (PFDS)
The Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP) is available to adults with autism living in Dauphin, Lancaster, Cumberland, and Chester Counties in Pennsylvania.
Additional information about the application process for each program is on the website.
BSASP Adult Programs Overview
Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP)
View the current ACAP Agreement.
View the current Appendices to the ACAP Agreement
Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)
Autism Services, Education, Resources & Training Collaborative (ASERT)
The ASERT Collaborative (Autism Services, Education, Resources and Training) is a key component of the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations' strategy for supporting individuals with autism and their families throughout the Commonwealth. Connect with ASERT's Statewide Resource Center by visiting PAautism.org
Opens In A New Window, calling toll-free in PA: 877-231-4244 or
info@PAautism.org or ASERTespanol@PAautism.org
MyODP Training & Resource Center
MyODP.org Opens In A New Window provides a single place for people to access ODP's virtual training, resources, and communications, as well as to register to attend face-to-face events. This streamlined learning management system has been designed with accessibility features and Google Translate so that ODP's materials are available to individuals, families, and professionals.
Many pieces of training for professionals who support individuals with autism are hosted on MyODP.org Opens In A New Window, including:
Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) providers accessing required and supplemental training
ACT 62 Behavior Specialist Licensure (BSL) applicants interested in training that can be applied toward the 90-hour requirement
Professionals accessing the BAS Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) required post-test and online trainer workshop
Professionals interested in expanding their understanding of appropriate supports for children and adults with autism
Individuals, families, and professionals interested in additional autism-specific resources and training opportunities are also encouraged to visit the ASERT website Opens In A New Window.
PA Autism Insurance Act (Act 62)
If you or someone you know is the parent of a child with autism, view information and resources about the PA Autism Insurance Act (Act 62)
Service Area
Statewide
Address
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA, 17105
Contact
1-866-539-7689
info@PAautism.org
https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Disabilities-Aging/Pages/Autism-Services.aspx