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

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.

Other Programs in Pennsylvania

• Community HealthChoices (CHC) 1915(c) waiver + mandatory MLTSS managed care
• OBRA Waiver (OLTL)
• ODP Consolidated Waiver
• ODP Community Living Waiver
• Adult Autism Waiver (+ ACAP managed care pilot)
• Behavioral HealthChoices (county 1915(b) BH carve-out)