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Wounded Warrior Project is a charitable organization that assists physically or mentally injured veterans through advocacy, events, resources and programs.

Offers residential homes, residential support, supported employment, self-advocacy, day services, and habilitation.

Works to advocate and increase awareness of the mental health needs of seniors. Provides outreach programs to assists seniors, the families, and caregivers about patient rights and navigating the process of mental health services.

Works to defend civil liberties, including freedoms of speech, religion and association; the right to petition the government; separation of church and state; the right to privacy; reproductive freedom; due process of law; the rights of the accused; and the right to equal treatment under the law.

The CATCH team is made up of the many stakeholders that provide services to families and their children in Chester County and contracted professionals. A team of professionals, including a developmental pediatrician, evaluates referred children suspected of having autism and makes appropriate recommendations for services. The family is supported by a CATCH Case Manager throughout the process. The CATCH Team at the Intermediate Unit can be reached at 484-237-5354.

Provides skills training classes, peer support, advocacy, information and referral, nursing home, and youth transition services to individuals with disabilities.

Provides immediate in-person support to sexual assault and domestic violence survivors receiving medical care. Medical Advocacy for victim of sexual and domestic violence. Provides training for health care providers to improve their response to domestic and sexual violence victims. Assists companies and organizations with drafting and implementing workplace domestic violence policies and procedures.

Provides services pertaining to community integration, case and care management, housing assistance, legal counseling referrals, and job finding assistance. Explicit protections are made for victims of sex trafficking.

Advocates for individuals with disabilities to enjoy the same rights, access to opportunities (educational, employment, community living, health care, etc.), and privileges as other citizens.

Works to defend civil liberties, including freedoms of speech, religion and association; the right to petition the government; separation of church and state; the right to privacy; reproductive freedom; due process of law; the rights of the accused; and the right to equal treatment under the law.

The organization speaks out at local, state, and national levels. It strives to inform families of upcoming legislation proposals and changes that directly impact individuals with disabilities.

Supports local health and human service agencies that provide various types of programs that meet the needs of the community. Does not provide direct services to clients, but instead funds organizations and programs and offers volunteer opportunities.

Provides services and resources to blind and visually impaired people. Services include non-medical information and referral, the ACB Braille Forum (available in braille, large print, digital cartridge, email, online, and podcast), legislative and governmental monitoring, scholarship assistance, and public education.

Offers a comprehensive response to allegations of child abuse throughout Warren County. Available services include forensic interviewing, family advocacy, facility dog program, court accompaniment, case coordination and management, child abuse prevention information, child abuse reporting information, a speakers bureau, and customized training.

Advocates and volunteers work on state and local disability issues.

Provides counseling and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence and their significant others, also provides education on all issues related to sexual violence. Sexual Trauma Therapy is provided for survivors ready to process their trauma. Hotline available 24/7

Helps employers review and update their policies to ensure they support employees who are in, or are seeking recovery. This includes policies for hiring practices, employee assistance programs, anti-discrimination and diversity policies, and community outreach strategies.

Provides assistance to persons in need of help in negotiating a specific aspect of the mental health system. This may include housing issues, securing entitlements, welfare benefits, patient rights, employments issues, or other community support systems, as it pertains to an individual with a mental health challenge. The advocate’s role is to provide support and to help ensure that the consumer’s voice is heard and a recovery approach is followed.

Provides care management for persons living with disabilities, mental health diagnosis, and brain injury to support independent living, stability, and security. Assists with applying for public benefits; finding and staying in appropriate housing; coordinating medical care, social services, and transportation; managing finances; and exploring vocational, recreational, and social opportunities.

Provides free and confidential services to victims experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual assault, and their family members in the past or present. Also provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, including crisis counseling, emergency room accompaniment, legal advocacy, emergency shelter, outreach service, and community prevention education and primary prevention programs throughout McKean county.

The obudsman program investigates and resolves complaints made on behalf of older individuals living in long term care facilities

Provide one-on-one counseling services and group counseling services to victims of Domestic Violence. All services are provided in-person and virtually.