Program areas at KenCrest Services
Residential community living offers individuals the opportunity to live in the community of their choice with support in a uniquely person-centered environment. Located throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Connecticut, each home complements the lifestyle of the people Kencrest supports-ensuring that each resident can pursue a well-rounded, meaning-filled life full of activities, employment, friends, and family.men and women in our adult community living programs , reside in safe, accessible, centrally located, inclusive neighborhoods. Residents are offered many Services, including: transportation, employment, social activities, quality care, meaningful day community engagement, and financial and budgeting support. The people we support can also receive specialty therapy Services based on their individualized support plans (isps), such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy.our dedicated staff supports the people we serve in their own homes, in their own communities, as well as more structured residential environments, where individuals can gain a sense of independence and pride.in fiscal year 2023 the organization served 555 people.
Kencrest has seven early learning centers in philadelphia, offer a nurturing environment that supports the healthy growth of children while celebrating each child's family, culture, and community.kencrest offers a variety of programs to support families and caregivers, including head start and early head start childcare, pre-k counts, before and after care, and summer care.kencrest offers highscope curriculum emphasizing kindergarten readiness through active play and learning, which provides children with direct, hands-on experience with teachers and peers, materials, events, and ideas. Classrooms are equipped with interest areas, including art, blocks, dramatic play, music, tabletop toys for problem-solving, and an extensive library. All staff working in our centers have been trained in trauma smart techniques to support trauma-informed care.in fiscal year 2023 the organization served 770 children in this setting.
Early intervention Services collaborates with parents and caregivers to identify developmental concerns for their children. Our dedicated interventionists support caregivers by implementing specific strategies throughout your child's day-to-day activities. Parents/caregivers collaborate with physical, occupational, speech, and nutritional therapists, special instructors, behavioral support specialists, and social workers to create an individualized support plan for their loved one. Children receive Services in their homes, childcare, and/or any community setting they attend with their parents or caregiver.our early intervention Services are located throughout southeastern Pennsylvania in bucks, chester, Delaware, montgomery, and philadelphia counties. We also offer initial evaluation Services and service coordination in partnership with the early intervention program in the state of delaware.in fiscal year 2023 the organization served 1,900 children in these programs.
Kencrest provides community based Services and supports through supportive employement programs focusing on job development, training and support with certified job coaching; community participation Services and supports which include volunteer activities; and transition supports which include project search and internships for youth and adults that have intellectual or developmental disabilities or delays.