State Resource Map For Youth Service Professionals

Interactive State Resource Map

Find local partners and services that support transition planning for youth with disabilities.

Use this map view to locate programs, agencies, and partners that support youth with disabilities across Pennsylvania. Teachers, transition coordinators, VR counselors, CIL staff, IU and LEA staff, and other youth service professionals can use these tools to plan services and connect youth and families to support in their communities.

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Find the Right Resources for Your Students

Use filters and map views to quickly locate services that match youth and family needs.

The Interactive State Resource Map includes filters to help you narrow results by region, service type, and audience. The Youth Service Professionals' view highlights resources that are most relevant to planning, coordination, and direct support.

Filter by Location and Region

Start by focusing on the areas you serve.

    • Select a county or Intermediate Unit region
    • Zoom in to see community-based resources near schools and neighborhoods
    • Compare resources across regions when planning for students who move or attend programs in multiple locations

Filter by Service Type and Partner

Use the map to see which agencies and organizations are active in your region.

    • Identify new community partners for transition activities
    • Invite agencies to interagency meetings or family nights
    • Coordinate with providers to align services for youth across systems

You can also search for specific partners, such as Centers for Independent Living, OVR offices, or community providers.

Using Map Results in Transition Planning

Turn what you find on the map into concrete opportunities for youth and families.

Map results can be used to support both individual transition planning and broader program coordination. Here are a few ways professionals may use the map view.

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Use the map to connect students and families with services that match their goals and next steps.

    • Identifying nearby work-based learning or community-based instruction sites
    • Locating youth leadership or self-advocacy groups
    • Finding family support organizations that offer training or navigation help
    • Sharing a short list of local resources during transition meetings
    • Using regional results to prepare for IEP conversations, referrals, and follow-up support

Use the map to see which agencies and organizations are active in your region.

    • Identify new community partners for transition activities
    • Invite agencies to interagency meetings or family nights
    • Coordinate with providers to align services for youth across systems

Map data can highlight where services are strong and where there may be gaps.

    • Review available resources when planning new CBI or WBLE programs
    • Use regional information when developing grant activities or proposals
    • Support discussions with leadership about expanding or aligning services

Linking Map Information to Your Professional Practice

Combine map insights with training and proven practices.

The Interactive State Resource Map is one part of Pathways to Partnership. Use it alongside training and proven practices to support strong transition services.

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Help Keep the Map Accurate and Useful

Share updates, suggest new resources, or ask for assistance.

The map is most helpful when information is current and complete. Youth service professionals often know when partners change locations, add new services, or begin new projects.

Suggest Updates or New Resources

If you notice missing information, outdated details, or a resource that should be added, please let us know.

    • Suggest new programs, agencies, or contacts
    • Update addresses, phone numbers, or service descriptions
    • Recommend corrections to the region or service type
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Get Help Using the Map

If you have trouble using the map or are not sure how to find what you need, support is available.

    • Request basic navigation help
    • Ask about filters or search options
    • Share ideas for making the map more helpful for professionals
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