Beyond Four Walls. Into the Community.
Transforming “day programs” into meaningful community experiences that foster connection, contribution, and personal growth.
What is Community Participation Support?
Community Participation Support (CPS) is more than just a place to go during the day—it’s a pathway to a more inclusive life. At East Penn Human Services, we believe that everyone has a unique contribution to make to our local community.
Our program is designed to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities spend their time in a way that is productive, social, and personally fulfilling, primarily in non-disability-specific settings.
Our Core CPS Activities
We focus on three main pillars of community life:
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Social Connection: Joining local clubs, attending community events at the PPL Center or local parks, and building genuine friendships with neighbors.
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Volunteerism & Contribution: Partnering with local Lehigh Valley nonprofits to give back. Whether it’s animal shelters, food banks, or community gardens, we help individuals find roles where they feel valued.
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Skill Building in Action: Practicing “soft skills” like communication, time management, and safety in real-world environments like libraries, markets, and transit centers.
A Person-Centered Schedule
We don’t do “group tours.” We do personal journeys.
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Small Group Sizes: To ensure meaningful engagement and safety.
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Interest-Based Planning: If an individual loves art, we find local galleries. If they love sports, we find local teams.
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Transition to Employment: For those interested in working, CPS serves as a vital training ground for the social and professional skills needed for future jobs.
Waiver Eligibility
Our CPS program is available through:
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Consolidated Waiver
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Community Living Waiver
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P/FDS (Person/Family Directed Support) Waiver
Make Every Day Count.
Looking for a program that actually gets out into the world? Let’s talk about how East Penn can help you or your loved one connect with the Lehigh Valley community.
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