ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS) in Pennsylvania

ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS) covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in Pennsylvania. The program serves ID/autism.

Enrollment and service authorization go through your supports coordinator. They confirm eligibility, authorize the budget, and help select a provider.

Need a Residential Placement Instead?

ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS) does not fund residential placements. In Pennsylvania, residential care can be funded through Community HealthChoices (CHC) 1915(c) waiver + mandatory MLTSS managed care, OBRA Waiver (OLTL), ODP Consolidated Waiver, and others — talk to your supports coordinator about switching or adding a program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS) Pay for Residential Care in Pennsylvania?
ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS) covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in Pennsylvania.
Who Is ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS) For?
ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS) serves ID/autism. Your supports coordinator confirms individual eligibility and enrollment.
How Do I Find Providers That Accept ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS)?
Because ODP Person/Family Directed Support (P&FDS) does not fund residential placements, ask your supports coordinator about in-home and community providers. If a residential placement is needed, see the Pennsylvania waivers that pay for residential care.

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