Adult Services

SPIN provides a variety of community-based support and service options for adults with intellectual disabilities. Our Direct Support Professionals and Home Life Coordinators use a person-focused, outcomes-based approach to support each individual to live a meaningful, inclusive life of his/her choice. All individuals in service are publicly supported through the Pennsylvania DPW's Office of Developmental Programs.

Eligible Philadelphia residents can register for services by calling the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health/Mental Retardation Services (MRS) at 215.685.4637 or email robin.m.brown@phila.gov. Their website is www.phila.gov/dbhmrs/.

Residential Services

SPIN offers the following Residential Services:

Lifesharing

Lifesharing is an opportunity for a person with disabilities to live as a valued member of a family. The mission of Lifesharing is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities by matching those who choose this lifestyle with a family or individual who opens their home, who will share their love and friendship in a positive and supportive way. The Lifesharing Provider is screened, trained, and supervised by SPIN. The Provider actively supports the individual's lifestyle choices and existing relationships, while supporting them in new relationships and meaningful activities as part of a family. For more information, please contact Fran Field at 215.612.7170 or email ffield@spininc.org.

Supported Living Arrangements

Supported Living is an option for individuals with developmental disabilities who are capable of living safely and well with 29 hours or less of direct staff support per week. Supported Living services are based on an individual's preference for lifestyle, schedule and support needs. Support is flexible to adjust to each individual's changing needs, wants, and aspirations. Supported Living at SPIN is personalized assistance to increase independence and life satisfaction provided by support employees who care about and respect each person. For more information, please contact Fran Field at 215.612.7170 or email ffield@spininc.org.

Community Living Arrangements

Community Living Arrangements or "CLAs" are homes in the community where one to three adults reside. Direct Support Professionals, working on a shift basis, provide the level of support and supervision tailored to the specific needs and choices of the individuals who reside in each home. Employee support is over 30 hours a week per home, and is, in most cases, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Direct Support Professionals teach skills to promote increasing levels of independence, choice and control in one's life and support each person to live a meaningful, integrated life within their community. These homes are licensed by the Department of Public Welfare (DPW) and have City of Philadelphia Office of Developmental Programs oversight. For more information, please contact Fran Field at 215.612.7170 or email ffield@spininc.org.

Community Life Options

This community-based service offers choice of activities and experiences so that individuals with disabilities living at home can determine their optimum program of support. Services are designed to support people to engage in meaningful activities enabling them to grow and reach desired outcomes in their lives. All individuals in Community Life Options are eligible for services based on their disability and are funded through Philadelphia Mental Retardation Services or receive services on a fee-for-service basis.

The following are available at SPIN:

Day Supports

Provides eligible and interested individuals opportunities to challenge and enrich themselves while promoting independence in social, recreational, habilitative and educational activities at the Norcom Community Center (NCC) and in the community. Participants attend a safe and supportive Center and engage in activities that enhance their overall well-being. Employment, volunteer opportunities and evening social events are strongly encouraged and are offered to assist people in experiencing a more holistic approach to planning their day and having a meaningful life. For more information, please contact Felicia Brosius at 215.698.3030 or email fbrosius@spininc.org

Employment

Employment services that match the strengths, skills and interests of people with disabilities with the needs of area businesses are provided to eligible people who want to obtain integrated employment in the open job market. Job development, assistance with the application and interview process, on-the-job training by experienced and professional Employment Specialists, as well as individualized support to maintain successful employment is available to all persons desiring to be contributing members of the community and society in general. For more information, please contact Christina Rudzinski at 215.612.7169 or email crudzinski@spininc.org.

Career Development Series

This progressive eight (8) week series is led by experienced and highly motivated Employment Specialists and incorporates best practices in career planning and the use of multi-media resources. Participants will attend our Career Center as well as experience a variety of job sampling opportunities within the surrounding community. Classroom curriculums focus on identifying and acquiring personal and professional skills and competencies resulting in successful employment. Attendees will obtain knowledge of workplace protocol, etiquette and personal appearance expectations. Additional objectives include acquiring the ability to work as a team member and creating a personal Career Portfolio and Resume. For more information, please contact Patricia Wray at 215.698.3032 or email pwray@spininc.org.

Norcom Community Center (NCC)

The NCC is an interactive Center where people of all ages, backgrounds, capabilities and purposes can meet, be challenged and enriched in a comprehensive community setting. A multitude of exciting recreational, leisure and educational opportunities for children, teens, adults and seniors can always be found at the NCC. Weight and cardiovascular exercise rooms, wheelchair accessible weight machines, basketball court, movie theatre, crafts studio and free play arcade are just some of the many options the Norcom Community Center offers. Additional programs include: evening and weekend social activities and summer camp experiences. This inclusive atmosphere creates an environment in which everyone can thrive and in turn makes the NCC a true "Gathering Place for the Whole Community"! For more information, please contact Dave Miazio at 215.698.3020 or email davemiazio@spininc.org.

AIRO (Achieving Individualized Recreation Outcomes) Services

This specialized option is designed to provide assessment and ongoing therapeutic recreation services to individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in long term care nursing/medical facilities. This program offers eligible individuals the opportunity, assistance and support to access recreational and social activities of their choice at the Norcom Community Center as well as within the surrounding Delaware Valley area. For more information, please contact Katie Link at 215.698.3056 or email klink@spininc.org.