Family is integral to Indian Creek Foundation’s history as an organization. Our mission began when one family knew they needed to plan ahead for their son’s special needs. Nearly 50 years later, we are still serving this same mission to be a vital resource for families who need to plan for a loved one’s long-term …
Residential Program Supports Whole Families: Lee’s Story Read More »
The 8th annual Sporting Clays Challenge event for Indian Creek Foundation was held on May 9th, and was a sold out successful event! This was our biggest year ever with 180 participants. We covered both courses at Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays with participants of all skill levels. We’d like to thank all of our participants, …
2023 Indian Creek Foundation Clay Shoot was a Sold Out Success Read More »
When parents first realize that their child is functioning differently than what is expected for their age, they can quickly become overwhelmed with worry. While this is natural, as every parent just wants their child to be healthy, these worries can quickly lead to frustration. The good news is that childhood development has grown as …
Indian Creek is the Highlight of our Week: Jahdia’s Story Read More »
Registration is officially open for the 2023 Roll, Stroll, & Run for Indian Creek Foundation, to be held on June 17th. Every year, our entire staff and ICF community looks forward to this fun day that is jam-packed with activities. The Roll, Stroll & Run is our largest fundraiser – both the highest attendance and …
32nd Annual Roll, Stroll & Run Kicks Off the Summer at Indian Creek Foundation Read More »
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the frontline caregivers for the individuals who receive services at Indian Creek Foundation. The DSP staff works in both our Residential and Day Programs to support participants in a variety of activities. Tyesha has been a DSP with Indian Creek Foundation for 9 years (as of Feb 2023) and recently …
Individuals served through Indian Creek Foundation’s Residential Program enjoy an autonomous, yet supported, lifestyle that is promotes their participation in the community. Our Residences are designed to support individuals at varying levels of independence and ability. Each residence is staffed around the clock to ensure that all of our participants receive superior care. The residents …
Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) at Indian Creek Foundation support children, adolescents, and adults with behavioral health needs in the home, community, and school setting. While Autism is a common diagnosis among behavioral health services recipients, BCBAs work with individuals with other diagnoses as well. Shania is a BCBA with Indian Creek Foundation who began as …
Most people understand Medicaid as the health insurance program for low-income individuals. What not everyone knows is that Medicaid also provides coverage for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). Medicaid does not only ensure healthcare services for people with I/DD. It also pays for the various services that support their ability to live and …
Funding Model Advocacy for Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Read More »
One thing we can always count on during a Pennsylvania winter is that we will definitely get some kind of winter precipitation. Sometimes it’s snow, sometimes it’s ice, and sometimes it’s a crazy mix. No matter what, it usually has an impact on how Indian Creek Foundation will operate for a few days. Because we …
Winter Weather Policies at Indian Creek Foundation Read More »
On November 30th, Indian Creek Foundation hosted our annual Holiday Friendship Dinner. To continue to protect our program members and residents, this year’s event was virtual. As much as we miss our big group dinners from past years, we’ve really gotten the concept of group fun over Zoom down to a science to make sure …
Indian Creek Foundation’s 2022 Holiday Friendship Dinner Read More »
