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    The Bridge Program

    Providing a personalized transition plan for transition-age youth with needs beyond the scope of the traditional classroom in their school. A referral is required for enrollment.

    • 100 Emerson Lane, Suite 1525, Bridgeville, PA 15017
    Program Overview

    Our dedicated staff will work with each young person and their family to develop a personalized transition plan that focuses on the individual’s strengths and needs which will help them achieve goals like receiving a high school diploma, engaging in post-secondary education, securing internships and  employment, participating in leisure activities, accessing community resources, and maintaining friendships.  

    We utilize the evidenced-based Life Centered Education program developed by the Council for Exceptional Children which includes the ongoing assessment and development of skills in the areas of daily living, employment, self-determination, and interpersonal relationships.

    Our curriculum, including the Life Centered Education program, is aligned with the Common Core State Standards and is provided by a Master’s-level certified Special Education teacher. Academic oversight is provided by Wesley’s Director of Education.

    Additionally, our program employs a Community-based Specialist who provides oversight to students at employment sites within the Wesley organization.  Our Community-based Specialist also canvasses the surrounding areas for employment opportunities and works closely with local business owners to provide meaningful employment experiences for the students that qualify.  The Community-based Specialist also provides exposure to public transportation in the community as well as post-secondary education and training opportunities. 

    In this program, we also have a Master’s-level therapist who is available to provide individual, group, and family therapy to eligible students who may need additional clinical supports and have medical insurance coverage.  Additionally, medication management may be provided to qualifying students by a psychiatrist. Mental Health oversight is also available and provided by our Clinical Director.

    Eligibility Requirements
    Students must have a diagnosed cognitive, developmental disability, Autism, and/or a Serious Emotional Disturbance

    Referrals are made by the student’s school district of residence and include an agreement from the family.
    Get in Touch

      Please use this form to Get In Touch with us about your non-emergency questions. In the event of an emergency or mental health crisis, please call 911 or your local county crisis center (click here for a list)

      Point of Contact

      Contact your school district to determine if your child is eligible for this program.  

      School districts who are interested in learning more about this program please contact:

      Christine Price — 412-885-7017 or use the Get In Touch form on this page.

      For a program brochure, please go here.

      Download our Referral Form.

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      Adult Behavior Support Services
      Providing direct and indirect behavior support services for individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder or Intellectual Disability.
      Parent-Child Interaction Therapy
      Providing PCIT for young children with disruptive behaviors in a specially-built playroom in community settings.
      Psychological Services
      Providing diagnostic testing services at our Wesley High School located in Castle Shannon for children and adolescents in Western Pennsylvania.
      Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)
      Providing medically necessary behavioral consultation, therapy and interventions for children ages 18 months-20 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or other behavioral health diagnoses in homes, schools and communities across Western PA.
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