State Resource Map For Children and Youth With Disabilities

Find Support in Your Community

Use the map to find programs, people, and places that can help you plan for life after high school.

You can look for things like:

Job and work programs
Youth groups
Family supports
Services that help with school, work, and daily life

You can explore the map by yourself or with a parent, teacher, or another adult you trust.

Open Map for Children and Youth

See supports near your home or school

Find programs that match your interests and goals

Learn about people and places that can help with your future

Explore Your Community with the Map

Follow simple steps to find supports that fit you.

The map lets you search for supports across Pennsylvania. If you need help, you can explore the map with a parent, teacher, or counselor.

Zoom in to see what is close to you
Zoom out to see what is in other areas

Open Map with Youth Filters

Choose a Place to Start

You can begin by looking at:

Your county or town
Your school district
A place where you may want to work or go to school someday

Use the plus (+) and minus (-) buttons to zoom in or out. You can also drag the map with your mouse or finger to move around.

Use Filters to Find What You Need

Filters help you see only the supports you want to find. You might search for:

Help finding a job or work experience
Help with school or learning
Supports for health, daily living, or transportation
Family or youth support groups

You can turn filters on and off to see different kinds of supports and resources. If you have trouble using the map, ask a family member, teacher, or counselor.

See Real Supports Available to You

Find programs and services that match your goals and interests.

Every young person is different. The map can help you find supports that fit what you want for your life after high school.

If You Want to Explore Work

You can use the map to find:

Job shadow or internship programs
Places that help with resumes and job searches
Groups that help youth learn work skills

You can bring these ideas to your IEP or transition meeting.

If You Want Help with Daily Life

Use the map to look for:

Centers for Independent Living and community agencies
Programs that support independent living skills, transportation, or housing
Groups that help with health care and self-advocacy

These supports can help you feel more confident in your daily routine.

If You Want Support for You and Your Family

Use the map to look for:

Family support groups that offer groups and workshops
Youth groups where you can meet other students with similar experiences
Advocacy organizations that help explain your rights

You can share these options with your family or caregivers.

Bring What You Find into Your Plan

Use the map to share ideas at school and at home.

The map is a tool to help you see what is possible. You do not have to decide everything at once. You can use what you find to start conversations about your future.