Alternative Rehabilitation Communities

Threshold Rehabilitation Services, established in 1965, is a nonprofit organization offering a variety of employment and training programs, behavioral health and community support services to patients suffering from physical and mental disabilities. The services offered by the organization include case management, psychiatric rehabilitation programs, development of independent living skills, financial and medical insurance assistance, and coordination of clinical, educational and health care programs. It operates various assisted living homes and community centers that provide home health aide and person care services, such as nutrition counseling, assistance with bathing and dressing, nursing care, health education, and medication and dietitian services. Threshold Rehabilitation Services is located in Reading, Pa.

Mary's Shelter in Reading, PA, is dedicated to empowering homeless youth and families through comprehensive support services, including housing, education, and social programs. Their youth services cater to individuals aged 14-21, offering both immediate assistance and long-term transitional housing options in a supportive, home-like environment. Additionally, Mary's Shelter provides maternity services to women, including temporary housing, counseling, and prenatal care education. Their Family Wellness program extends support to families with young children, offering essential resources such as counseling and baby supplies. Generated from the website

Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center, established in 1936 and located in Lancaster, Pa., is a nonprofit organization that provides family-centered education and therapy programs for infants, children and adolescents with disabilities and developmental delays. It provides a wide range of programs and services, including physical, speech and occupational therapies, social services, assistive technology, social services, recreational programs, services for families, and disabilities awareness program. Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center operates Seeking, Teaching and Reaching Stars Preschool that provides a wide range of programs for children with disabilities to understand, accept and value human diversity through inclusive classrooms. Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center was earlier known as the Society for Crippled Children and Adults, and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.