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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Twice a week, our Day Services Program members welcome our Indian Creek Foundation Pastor, John Hank, to lead a Chapel service. Because of our long history of partnership with the local Mennonite churches, it is important to ICF’s philosophy to maintain the values of compassion, relationship, and service. Chapel reminds us of these values and
Chapel at Indian Creek Foundation: Reflection is Good for the Soul Read More »
Individuals who travel the road of recovery from mental health challenges, including those compounded by substance use disorders, will often find further purpose in supporting others who are earlier in the recovery process. People with a lived experience offer a perspective that is relatable to others who may be struggling with similar issues. Individuals who
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