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Devereux Pennsylvania Adult Services

Christopher Betts, M.A – Executive Director  
139 Leopard Road
Berwyn, PA 19312
(610) 296-6800 Directions
Email admissions: dsulli@devereux.org

Devereux Pennsylvania Adult Services serves nearly 400 adults living in homes and apartments throughout southeast Pennsylvania, as well as in our Berwyn community – the site of Helena Devereux's first schools. Our dedicated team of 600 staff, ranging from highly-specialized clinicians and nurses, to recreational and direct staff professionals, all work with one common goal: the happiness, self-fulfillment and social integration of each adult in our community .

Our Culture of Caring

At Devereux Pennsylvania Adult Services, we achieve a “Culture of Caring” through continuous support and assistance for our employees and the individuals we serve. We view ourselves as an extended family that cares for and helps each other. We encourage families and caregivers to partner with us and become members of our multidisciplinary teams, so that we can use all of our resources, talents, experience, skills and knowledge to inspire hope and empower the lives of those we serve.

Note: All of our programs are licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare.

Residential Programs

Our community homes and apartments are located in Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties, and are home to Pennsylvanians, as well as individuals from other regions. We can provide as needed or 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week staff support in apartments or single family homes. All adults who resides at Devereux has access to clinical services (psychologist or behavioral specialist), a nurse, dietician, social worker (sometimes called a "program specialist") and other administrative support. Other services offered include art instruction, music activities, an indoor aquatic therapeutic pool and a performance center/gymnasium. Our residents may choose to live alone or with others in a home or apartment.

The following services and supports are included in our homes and apartments:

• A multi-disciplinary assessment that uses a team approach to collaborate with families, agencies and individuals to determine needs, preferences, goals, interests and strengths
• Appropriate clinical assessments and customized support plans constructed to assure positive outcomes; the development of self-management strategies, self-care, responsibility, decision-making and independence skill acquisition
• Opportunities for community participation and leisure/recreational activities
• Dedicated care from our direct support professional staff – 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week
• Nursing care and health coordination
• Assistance in obtaining and managing health and financial benefits
• Transportation for medical appointments, daily activities and work
• Assistance in locating and enrolling in day programs, finding employment or community habilitation activities 

Employment Services

Founded in 1962, The Shops at Devereux, located in Devon, Pa., is a vocational training center that provides employment and training opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Shops are small businesses that produce goods and services for the community and are open to the public, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Revenue is reinvested into the program to continue to provide employment opportunities, enhance our therapeutic environment and provide bi-weekly paychecks for all individuals. The Shops offers the following features and benefits: 

• Variety of work settings
• Competitive pay – prevailing wages rates, performance evaluations and piece rates/hourly rates
• Active engagement model (engage, teach, provide raise/encouragement)
• Social skills and self-esteem
• Hot/cold freshly prepared meals and salads for lunch

Nurse available on-site for medication administration. Visit The Shops at Devereux’s website to learn more about our products and services for the community!

Community-Supported Employment

Available to residents of Chester, Delaware and Montgomery Counties

The goal of our Community-Supported Employment (CSE) program is to achieve independence that is appropriate and comfortable for each individual within his/her community-based employment position by using natural supports. As the individual develops confidence and acquires the skills needed to maintain employment, job coaching can be reduced and eliminated when appropriate.

Job assessments are conducted to identify individualized strengths, weaknesses and preferences of the individual. Employment specialists work with individuals on resume building, interview skills and social interactions. Job coaches also help these individuals maintain their employment. Ongoing communication between the employment specialist and employer help determine any problems or issues an individual may encounter while working.

The CSE program’s primary funding is provided through the Adult Autism Waiver, ACAP, OBRA, Consolidated Waiver-P/FDS Waiver and Base funding for individuals with residential placement. Private pay is also accepted. CSE staff can assist in securing funding for eligible individuals.

Our individuals are currently working in a variety of work settings, including:

• Acme Markets – Paoli and Devon
• Chester County Animal Hospital
• Conner-Williams Nursing Home – Ridley Park
• CPCU – King of Prussia
• Fair Acres Geriatric Center – Lima
• Kitty Cottage – Norristown
• Odyssey Healthcare – Blue Bell
• Patty Mac's Cafe – Berwyn
• Rite Aid Pharmacy – Devon and King of Prussia
• TJ Maxx – St. David's
• Toby’s Canine Camp
• Wegmans – Malvern
• Woodlynde School –Wayne

Devereux also employs individuals in various areas of its operations, including food service, animal assisted therapy and office settings.

Community Outreach Program

At Devereux Pennsylvania’s Adult Services center, our team is focused on providing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to become productive and socially-connected members of society. Through our Community Outreach program, Devereux partners with local businesses to provide employment and training programs to the individuals we serve every day. These partnerships help our adults build the necessary skills to prepare for competitive employment in today’s workforce.

Look below to find out where our individuals are making an impact:

• Food Harvest Program - Our individuals work with restaurants and retailers -including Wawa, Outback and Starbucks - to deliver food to nearly 20 churches and shelters in Chester, Delaware and Montgomery Counties. Food from each of these establishments is donated directly to the program, never having been for sale or stored.
• Chester County Food Bank (CCFB) - Our Community Outreach Program supports CCFB members, including the Salvation Army, Home of the Sparrow and Laurel House. The CCFB relies on our individuals to help deliver donated food to more than 200 people on a monthly basis.
• Surrey Services in Devon - Several adults we serve are enrolled in Surrey’s “Future Chefs” program where they learn skills such as: food handling, clean-up, serving and teamwork.
• Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Brandywine - Our individuals learn to care for animals up for adoption by walking, interacting with and cleaning animal habitats.
• The Devon Horse Show - In 2017, our individuals managed a vending area at this prestigious event, giving them a chance to operate as a small business for the day.

Community Adult Autism Partnership Program (CAAPP)

• Contact the Program Director Kate Langston Rooney

• Home and community support
• Behavior supports
• Employment services

Services are funded through the following sources:

• Adult Autism Waiver
• Consolidated and Person Family Directed Supports (P/FDS) Waivers
• Base funding
• OBRA waiver
• Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
• School-based transition supports through district contracts
• Private pay options

Devereux Pennsylvania’s CAAPP program currently serves the following counties: Chester, Delaware and Montgomery.

Pre-Employment Day Program

Devereux Pennsylvania Adult Services’ pre-employment ALPHA program encourages individuals with disabilities to develop work, social skills and communication competencies. The goal is to prepare individuals in the acquisition of identified skills to work in an employment program, in competitive employment or in volunteer positions in the community. ALPHA is located in Berwyn in the Mendelson Community Center of the Adult Services’ campus. Individuals attending this program have opportunities to swim twice a day in our indoor aquatic therapy pool, play volleyball or participate in other games offered throughout the day. We also offer community field trips, offered to small groups, to enjoy local sporting events and other activities.

 The ALPHA program also provides a full kitchen and individuals can receive instruction in meal preparation. A hot/cold lunch is provided on a daily basis. ALPHA program hours are five days per week, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m.   

Respite

Respite care is designed to provide short-term, temporary support to family members caring for their loved one so they are able to take a much-needed break from their responsibilities. Respite stays can be a few days or several months, depending on the needs of the family. Respite care can be provided in the individual’s home or another setting. While this form of care is often planned in advance, it is also available in crisis or emergency situations.

Devereux can provide respite in your home, or in one of our community homes, depending on availability. Please contact Admissions at (610) 251-2017 or email dsulli@devereux.org.

Non-discrimination in Transportation Services

• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
• Devereux policy: Non-discrimination in transportation services funded by federal grant programs