Adult Services

At Barber National Institute, we believe every adult deserves the opportunity to live a full and meaningful life. Our adult services are designed to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism as they pursue independence, personal growth, community involvement, and lifelong learning.

From day programs and employment training to residential living and behavioral health, we offer a comprehensive range of services that promote dignity, choice ,and purpose.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore options or transitioning into a new phase of adulthood, Barber National Institute is your trusted partner.

How We Support Adults

Adult Day Services

Adult Day Services stress individual choice with tailored activities to meet each person’s needs and interests. Support is provided to you aligned with the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) waiver service definitions.

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Available in: Erie/Warren, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Bedford, Somerset

Autism Support Services

We walk alongside families navigating an autism diagnosis. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and personalized strategies help adults communicate, connect, and succeed.

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Available in: Erie

Behavioral Health & Therapy

Blended Case Management services offer professional assistance in coordinating services.

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Available in: Erie

Employment Services

Our employment services empower individuals to explore interests, build skills, and achieve their career goals.

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Available in:
Erie/Warren, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Bedford, Somerset

Expanding Social Opportunities

Provides social experiences for adults with an intellectual disability.

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Available in: Erie

Family Services

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or looking for support as needs evolve, we are here with expertise, compassion, and commitment. Our family services are flexible in meeting your family’s needs.

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Available in: Erie

Residential Services

Provides a nurturing, safe, family-like structured environment in community homes throughout Pennsylvania to meet the needs of adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs.

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Available in: Erie, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia

Supports Broker Services

Direct (face to face) and indirect service to individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism in arranging for, developing, and managing the services they are self-directing either through an employer or budget authority.

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Available in: Erie/Warren, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia

Adult Services Offered Through

Barber National Institute Main Campus

100 Barber Place

Erie, PA 16507

BNIErie@barberni.org

(814) 453-7661

(814) 455-1132

Services offered: All

Barber National Institute
Pittsburgh Office

20 Emerson Lane

Suite 905

Bridgeville, PA 15017

BNIPBGH@barberni.org

(412) 220-6030

(412) 221-5659

Services offered: Adult Day Services, Employment Services, Residential Services

Barber National Institute
Philadelphia Office

3300 Henry Avenue

Suite 900

Philadelphia, PA 19129

BNIPhil@barberni.org

(215) 871-0731

(267) 748-0365

Services offered: Adult Day Services, Employment Services, Residential Services

Barber National Institute
Somerset Adult Day Services

1219 Red Brant Road

Somerset, PA 15501

BNISomerset@barberni.org

814-445-6908

814-443-4353

Services offered: Adult Day Services, Employment Services

Barber National Institute
Bedford Adult Day Services

181 Friendship Village Road

Bedford, PA 15522

BNIBedford@barberni.org

814-623-9026

814-310-2288

Services offered: Adult Day Services, Employment Services

Referral and Eligibility for Adult Services

To access adult services at Barber National Institute, visit the PA Department of Human Services and Supports Directory. Once eligibility is confirmed, a service coordinator will work with you to develop a personalized plan and connect you with the appropriate services at Barber National Institute
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Adult Services

How We Support Adults

Adult Day Services

Autism Support Services

Behavioral Health & Therapy

Employment Services

Expanding Social Opportunities

Family Services

Residential Services

Supports Broker Services

Adult Services Offered Through

Referral and Eligibility for Adult Services

Latest News

Continuing a Legacy of Care - Barber National Institute Supporting Children and Adults

Children's Behavioral Health Center Selected for State Funding

DSP Recognized on Pennsylvania Advocates and Resources Network

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