Community & Impact

What Are KenCrest’s Community Support Programs?

Learn how KenCrest’s Community Support Programs help individuals with disabilities build independence and meaningful community connections.

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Pennsylvania Lifts the Lifetime Cap on Enabling Technology

Pennsylvania lifts the Lifetime Cap on Enabling Technology, expanding access to life-changing supports and independence.

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This Team Drops Everything To Support People With Disabilities

When an individual with disabilities is in crisis and in need of help, KenCrest staff will go above and beyond the call of duty to help.

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Ronnie Leaves a Legacy Gift to KenCrest

Within a few months of living in a KenCrest Community home, Ronnie’s entire life changed, encouraging him to leave a legacy gift.

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The Heart of Lifesharing

Ron and Cindy Ryder have supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through Lifesharing for over 30 years.

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Building Friendships Through KenCrest’s Meaningful Day Program

KenCrest’s Meaningful Day program builds friendships for individuals with disabilities through community.

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KenCrest’s Peer Mentor Network Supports Independent Living

KenCrest’s Peer Mentor Network helps individuals build confidence and independence through community support.

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From Parent to Parent: Raising a Child with an Intellectual Disability

Former Philadelphia Inquirer writer Ellen Gray reflects on her journey raising her son Patrick, who has an intellectual disability.

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A Tradition of Giving

How Cianci Chiropractic’s annual gift drive brings joy and hope to KenCrest’s Transitional Care Homes and thier families.

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Why Do We Need Direct Support Professionals?

With the workforce crisis still hurting human services providers, we look at the importance of Direct Support Professionals.

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How Can KenCrest’s Employment Program Help People With IDD

For 35 years, KenCrest’s Employment program has helped individuals find meaningful careers within Pennsylvania.

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Growing Up In KenCrest’s Lifesharing

As a scared child, Hakeem Horton joined KenCrest’s Lifesharing program at six but quickly found his forever family.

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