Don Guanella Homes provides personalized care and attention to sixty men with IDD in ten community-based group homes in Delaware and Philadelphia Counties. Four to eight persons reside in each house and receive comprehensive medical care, physical, speech, behavioral, and life skills therapies, spiritual enrichment, and end-of-life care, including hospice. All services are tailored to meet each resident’s unique needs and are designed by interdisciplinary teams dedicated to promoting independence for all residents. Programming emphasizes social, vocational, and religious opportunities in the community. Residents can participate in day programs offered by The Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence and other community providers.

PHONE

610-543-3380

For more information visit https://dgdpcommunities.org

Don Guanella Village is a comprehensive residential setting for adult men with IDD. The campus comprises three 10-bed ranch homes and a large outdoor space with a garden and gazebo. The program serves medically fragile men and provides 24/7 on-site nursing and a multidisciplinary approach that includes consultation with PT, OT, and speech services. Intensive staffing supports social and emotional needs with specialized attention to cognitive changes related to aging and holistic therapies through art and music. Interdisciplinary, personcentered programming includes a variety of experiences like social, vocational, and religious activities in the community.

PHONE

610-543-3380

For more information visit https://dgdpcommunities.org

Inspired by compassion and love DPV is a comprehensive residential program for seventy-two adult women with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The 22-acre campus boasts six cottages, an outdoor pool, picnic pavilion, gazebo, greenhouse, exercise room, music room, on-site doctor’s office, and an inclusive, welcoming chapel. Each resident’s plan is tailored to promote independence, choice, community integration, spiritual enrichment, and personalized preferences. DPV offers extensive social and emotional support, 24/7 on-site nursing, and a multidisciplinary approach that includes consultation with PT, OT, and speech services. DPV provides specialized attention to cognitive changes related to aging and holistic therapies through art and music, supports individuals’ complex medical needs, and provides skilled rehabilitative services and end-of-life care.

PHONE

610-328-7730

For more information visit https://dgdpcommunities.org

Saint Francis & Saint Vincent Homes, in partnership with the Philadelphia Department of Human Services, provides a group home and treatment services for at-risk teenage boys and girls. Our mission is to foster the physical, moral, emotional, behavioral, and spiritual development of youth. We offer a transitional living program with support for both adolescents and their families, empowering them to participate in their child’s care and development, ensuring a personalized approach to help each youth reach their full potential.

ADDRESS

3400 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020

PHONE

(215) 638-9310

For more information visit https://sfhomes.org

The Senior Community Centers located throughout Philadelphia, in partnership with the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, offer opportunities for socialization, recreation, physical exercise, education, and nutritional support with a focus on overall health, wellness, and independence for our elder generations in need. These social services also provide access to nutritious meals, supplemental food resources, and direct assistance in applying for benefits.

EMAIL
chcsinfo@chs-adphila.org

PHONE
215-587-3663

Nativity B.V.M.
3255 Belgrade Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
(215) 426-9799

St. Edmond
2130 S. 21st Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145
(215) 790-9530

Star Harbor
4700 Springfield Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-0100

Norris Square
2121 N. Howard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 423-7241

St. John Neumann Place II Wellness Center
2627 Mifflin Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145
(267) 858-4365

Catholic Charities understands the unique needs of families searching for high-quality preschool programs in North Philadelphia. Casa del Carmen Preschool Academy is a Keystone Stars 4 childcare facility, offering the highest standard of education for young learners in a safe and caring educational environment. Our bilingual staff helps ensure the needs of our children and parents are understood and met.

ADDRESS

4400 N. Reese Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140

PHONE

(215) 457-4325

HOURS

Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm

Day Programs offer personal growth and enrichment through diverse opportunities. Programs such as the Adult Training Facility, Aging Program, Community Participation Support, and Volunteer/Community Employment are designed to meet the unique needs and interests of each individual, helping them engage in meaningful activities that promote independence and personal development.

PHONE

(267) 331-2490

Inspired by love and a deep respect for the dignity and quality of life of every child, the skilled and compassionate staff at St. Edmond’s Home for Children deliver exceptional, holistic and outcome driven care. We serve children from infancy through school age who are living with intellectual and physical disabilities, offering a comprehensive range of residential, medical, nursing, and therapeutic services. Each child receives an individualized program plan designed to help them achieve their fullest intellectual, physical, and social potential. In collaboration with families and external agencies, we support early intervention and promote successful participation in school and community life across all care settings.

Community Living Arrangements provides personalized support to 35 adults across twelve community homes in Delaware County. Services are customized to meet the unique needs of each resident, with care plans developed by interdisciplinary teams. These teams are focused on promoting independence, fostering personal growth, and ensuring that each resident can live as fully and independently as possible within a supportive and caring environment.

PHONE

(267) 331-2490

Life Sharing Through Family Living is Catholic Charities’ most flexible residential program, where adults with intellectual disabilities and children with medically complexities live in a family setting that provides long-term care. Supported by interdisciplinary teams, provider families assist these individuals with their overall needs, assisting them in accessing community resources and participating in recreational, social, volunteer, work, school and worship activities.

PHONE

610-543-3380 option #8

Out of School Time Programs are school-based community centers that offer an array of creative after-school activities in the late afternoon aimed at youth development and family support. Rooted in Catholic faith, these programs are educational, social, and recreational in nature, and serve school-aged children and adolescents from the community.

For more information visit https://cssoutofschooltime.org

Women of Hope Vine serves 22 women experiencing profound mental health challenges and a history of homelessness. As a progressive-demand personal care home, this program provides long-term, structured support while respecting each resident’s individual journey toward stability. Staff assist with daily living needs, medication management, and mental health care coordination, creating a compassionate environment that fosters healing, personal growth, and community integration.

ADDRESS

251 N Lawrence St, Philadelphia PA 19106

PHONE

(215) 592-9116

HOURS

Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm

Martha’s Choice Marketplace & Community Farm

Martha’s Choice Marketplace is Montgomery County’s largest food pantry, serving more than 1,500 families and 6,000 individuals monthly, and distributing over 1.5 million pounds of food yearly. Our mission is to grow community through access to healthy food, and we provide our guests with monthly access to fresh and healthy groceries, as well as offer education and empowerment programs that address basic human needs.

Martha’s Community Farm, a 2024 Montgomery Award winner, grows culturally meaningful food for the pantry in a way that emphasizes local food production, education, and sustainability.  Individuals interested in learning about growing plants and food, along with K-12, University, Church, and Civic groups contribute thousands of hours per year to the 10-acre regenerative agriculture effort which also includes an apiary, greenhouse, and food forest.

FOOD PANTRY ADDRESS
353 E Johnson Hwy, Norristown, PA 19401

FOOD PANTRY PHONE
(610) 279-7372

FARM PHONE
(833) 230-FARM

FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION HOURS
Wednesday, 3:00-6:00pm, Thursday, 12:00-3:00pm and Friday, 12:00-2:00pm

For more information on the pantry visit marthaschoicemarketplace.com

For more information on the farm visit marthascommunityfarm.org

Visitation Homes provides stable, independent housing for families who have previously experienced homelessness. Each family resides in a private apartment, offering them a safe and secure environment to rebuild their lives. In addition to housing, families receive comprehensive supportive services tailored to their needs.

ADDRESS

2638 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

PHONE

(215) 425-5300

HOURS

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

McAuley House offers transitional housing for women who are medically fragile and experiencing homelessness. This program provides a safe space for women to stabilize their health while creating plans for long-term housing solutions.

ADDRESS

1800 Morris Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145

PHONE

(215) 271-5166

Mercy Hospice provides a safe, supportive, and sober residential environment for women in recovery. Our program welcomes over 30 single women and mothers with children, offering case management, life skills training, supportive services, and preparation for independent living to help them build a stable future.

ADDRESS

334 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

PHONE

(215) 545-5153

For more information visit https://mercyhospicephilly.org

Women of Hope Lombard provides a safe and supportive residence for 14 young women experiencing homelessness. In addition to stable housing, residents receive case management, medication management, and life skills training to help them regain independence. The on-site Mercy Café extends services to women in need, offering showers, lunch, and access to clothing and personal hygiene items, ensuring dignity and essential care for those facing homelessness.

ADDRESS

1224 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

PHONE

(215) 732-1341

HOURS

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

The Good Shepherd Program of St. John’s Hospice provides residential services for medically fragile men experiencing homelessness. This program affords the opportunity for men to stabilize their medical condition and develop plans for a permanent housing arrangement and has the capacity to house 12 individuals.

PHONE

(215) 563-7763

HOURS

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

ADDRESS

1221 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

St. John’s Hospice is a drug- and alcohol-free shelter helping men transition from homelessness to independent living. It serves over 325 hot meals daily, offers case management, nursing, showers, clothing, and mail services for more than 900 men. The Coffee House also provides a safe resting space, meals, and restrooms for 27 chronically homeless men who typically avoid shelters.

ADDRESS

1221 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

PHONE

(215) 563-7763

HOURS

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

For more information visit https://saintjohnshospice.org

Catholic Charities combats hunger through food pantries at our Family Service Centers, offering nutritious food and essential resources to individuals and families from all backgrounds, ensuring they receive the support they need with dignity and compassion.

PHONE

(267) 331-2490

The Community Food Program serves 1.8 million neighbors annually across the five-county Philadelphia area, providing essential nutrition to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Through a network of over 50 food cupboards, the program ensures that those in need have access to healthy groceries and vital food resources.

School Meals or Summer Meals Program
(215) 895-3470, option 1

Child Care Meal Program
(215) 895-3470, option 2

Community Food Program
(215) 895-3470, option 3

After School Meal Program
(215) 895-3470, option 4

For more information visit communityfoodprogram.org

The Child Nutrition Program provides over 5 million nutritious meals annually to children in schools, childcare centers, shelters, and community-based locations throughout the area. Recognizing the critical role of proper nutrition in a child’s growth, development, and overall well-being, this program ensures that children from all backgrounds have access to healthy, balanced meals regardless of their circumstances.

School Meals or Summer Meals Program
(215) 895-3470, option 1

Child Care Meal Program
(215) 895-3470, option 2

Community Food Program
(215) 895-3470, option 3

After School Meal Program
(215) 895-3470, option 4

For more information visit healthymealsforchildren.org