Beaver County Rehabilitation Center, Inc
Alternate Name / AcronymBCRC
The Beaver County Rehabilitation Center, Inc. (BCRC) has expanded significantly since its inception, however, the agency remains driven by the mission statement to provide the opportunity for growth and independence while respecting the dignity and uniqueness of each individual.
BCRC offers a wide range of services to help people with intellectual, developmental, psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities to secure employment, work toward recovery, achieve increased independence, and participate in their communities. These programs are guided by values of promoting growth and community membership through person-centered, strength-based, innovative approaches.
Our vision is to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to participate fully in employment and community life.
History of Organization:BCRC began in 1962 as the William Lintz Sheltered Workshop and was the first day program in Beaver County for adults with intellectual disabilities. In 1971, the William Lintz Sheltered Workshop was renamed the Beaver County Rehabilitation Center.
Today, BCRC serves hundreds of people and operates out of multiple locations, two in Beaver and one in Center Township.
BCRC is licensed to provide services and has met all requirements by the Department of Human Services Office of Developmental Programs (ODP). In addition, our Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Peer Support services are licensed through the Department of Human Services Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS).
AffiliationsBCRC is affiliated with many organizations, some of which include the following: United Way, NAMI, Beaver County System of Care, Habitat for Humanity, Community Development of Beaver County, the Women's Center of Beaver County, the United States Department of Agriculture, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), and various school districts countywide.
Our agency continues to maintain strong partnerships with many providers across the County as we work together to provide comprehensive support to individuals with significant barriers under multiple grant projects. Some of these organizations include Beaver County Behavioral Health (BCBH), Children and Youth Services (CYS), Pressley Ridge, Merakey, Roots, Trails, Pinnacle, the Mental Health Association (MHA), County Assistance Office, the Cornerstone of Beaver County, and the Beaver County Jail.
Legal StructureNon-profit corporation
Funding SourcesBCRC receives funding from the Department of Human Services (DHS), Beaver County Behavioral Health (BCBH), the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), the United Way, Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS), several public schools systems, and private donations.
Leadership
Key Leaders| Name* | Title/Description (Executive Director, Vice President, etc.) | Phone Number 1 | Phone Number 2 | Fax Number | Email Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesley Hallas, MSW | Executive Director | 724-378-4750 | 724-378-4526 | ||
Contact Information
Contact Person(s)| Name* | Title/Description (Intake Specialist, Secretary, etc.) | Phone Number 1 | Phone Number 2 | Fax Number | Email Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sue Leiper | Executive Assistant | 724-378-4750 | 724-378-4526 | ||
| Email* | Title / Description (Director, General, Intake, etc.) |
|---|---|
| lhallas@bcrc.net | Executive Director |
| Website* | Title / Description (National, Local office, etc.) |
|---|---|
| www.bcrc.net | |
Beaver County Rehabilitation Center, Inc. (BCRC)
Address:131 Pleasant Drive (2nd Floor)
Aliquippa, Pennsylvania 15001
Map It
| Title/Description (Branch office, Satellite office, etc.) | Address Line 1 | Address Line 2 | Address Line 3 | City | State | Zip Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCRC - WIN Services | 701 5th Street | Beaver | PA | 15009 | ||
| BCRC - Aurora Services | 363 Third Street | Beaver | PA | 15009 |
Presently, we support the counties of Beaver, Butler, Lawrence, and Allegheny, and we provide services to over 500 individuals each month.
Services ProvidedService Description- BCRC provides programs that assist people with challenges to employment and include vocational assessments, community participation, small group employment, community supports, supported employment and supported education, school to work transition, psychiatric rehabilitation, mental health transformation, and peer support.
7:30 a.m. - 4:00., Monday - Friday
Eligibility RequirementsOur vocational and recovery services provide support to those spanning the ages of youth to elderly.
Required DocumentationDocumentation requirements vary for each program and may include: proof of disability or economic disadvantage, admission physical, release of information
How to Access Services or Schedule AppointmentsVocational Services for those with Intellectual Disabilities (CenterPlace, Mary Ruhnke, 724-378-4750)
Supported Employment (WIN Services, 724-775-0415)
Psychiatric Rehabilitation or Peer Support Services (Aurora Services, Melissa Coakley, 724-775-2298)
Services related to Mental Health (CenterPlace, Sabine Kane, 724-378-4750)
Youth Services (CenterPlace, Traci Hughes, 724-378-4750)
All buildings are accessible to those with disabilities. Services for persons who are deaf and/or blind are available.
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