External Resources 

PAR connects you with the resources necessary to advocate for and understand intellectual disability and autism services and systems. The below information is given to help you connect with information and organizations that can support you as you navigate the complexities of Pennsylvania's intellectual disability and autism system. Please contact the PAR Office at [email protected] if you are looking for resources that you cannot find here.

If you are looking for services, contact:

• The Office of Developmental Programs at: 1-888-565-9435
• The Bureau of Autism Services at: 1-866-539-7689
• The Developmental Disabilities Council at: 1-877-685-4452
• The Autism Services, Education, Resources and Training Collaborative (ASERT) at: 877-231-4244

If you are looking for information about the ODP Service System, download:

• The Gold Book: Understanding the Office of Developmental Programs, July 2023 Edition

If you are looking for Office of Long Term Living communications, visit:

• OLTL Bulletins
• OLTL-COMMUNITY-HEALTHCHOICES Archives
• OLTL-PA-LIFE-PRVDRS Archives

If you are looking to connect with community-based organizations, county and state agencies, and healthcare providers for referrals to resource such as food, shelter, transportation and more, visit:

• pa-navigate.org

If you are looking for local community resources that support independent living, contact:

• DIAL at: 888-677-1199

If you are looking for someone to help you advocate on your behalf, contact:

• The Arc of Pennsylvania at: 1-800-692-7258
• SAU1 at: 1-877-304-7730
  
  

If you are looking for someone to help you protect your rights, contact:

• Disability Rights Pennsylvania at: 1-800-692-7443
• DRP offers a number of self-advocacy guides relating to a variety of topics
• Pennsylvania Health Law Project at: 1-800-274-3258
  
  

If you are looking for help with jobs or job training, call:

• The Office of Vocational Rehabilitation at: 1-800-442-6351

If you need help reporting abuse or knowing what your options are, call:

• Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence Hotline at: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233); 1-800-787-3224 (TTY for the Deaf)
• Highly-trained advocates are available 24/7 to talk with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.
• Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Hotline to report Child Abuse at: 1-800-932-0313

• Call the hotline to report suspected child abuse/neglect

• Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Hotline to report Elder Abuse & Adults with Disabilities Abuse at: 1-800-490-8505

• Call the hotline to report suspected elder abuse or abuse of an adult with a disability.

• Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) Hotline at: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

• Whether you’re looking for support, information, advice, or a referral, RAINN’s trained support specialists are ready to help. You can also use their live chat feature.

• Pennsylvania State Police Victims Services Program

• Visit the Pennsylvania Victim Services website for information on your detailed rights as a crime victim, victims compensation, services, and other resources. Need help? Visit: Find a Victim Service Program in your county