Many of the individuals who live within our Residential homes in the area have local family who visit regularly. What our Residential Program offers is a safe and comfortable living environment for people who need constant care, which can only be achieved with a full staff. Our homes are set up for Direct Support Professionals …
Indian Creek Foundation Feels Like Family: The Gallo Family’s Story Read More »
Indian Creek Foundation has been led by a total of 3 CEOs in its nearly 50 year history. All three of our chief officers have been successful in their tenures by focusing on both the families we serve and the employees who carry out our day to day work. Dean Stoesz, our current CEO, joined …
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The physical care needs of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) tend to grow as they get older. Not only does it require more strength to aid these individuals in their activities of daily living, but their conditions also become more complicated and severe with age. Some people with I/DD will require 24-hour care …
Our Family is Stronger with the Residential Program: The McDowell Family Read More »
The Indian Creek Foundation’s Day Program is a lively environment for clients and staff alike. Many of our participants have been coming to the Day Program for years, so we work hard to make sure they enjoy their days here and look forward to joining us. Felicia, our Day Services Program Coordinator, is in charge …
Setting the Tone for Passion and Positivity: Felicia’s Story Read More »
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 »
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 …
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 »
