With more than 130 dedicated and caring employees who are committed to supporting individuals with disabilities, TSI believes that our employees are our greatest asset.
We will be recognized as a regional leader in service provision for people with mental health, mental retardation/intellectual disabilities, and other related disabilities. We will provide life changing opportunities for those we serve to grow individually as people, community participants, and to inspire others in their growth and recovery.
Please assist TSI to achieve its goal of helping people with mental disabilities to achieve quality lives by you choosing one of four convenient ways to make your tax deductible donation.
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View the TSI Winter 2008 Newsletter
View the TSI Winter 2006 Transportation/Access Insert
View the TSI 2007 Annual Report
To view past Newsletters and Annual Reports visit our Information Archive.
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) provides additional housing resources including the PA Affordable Apartment Locator.
HousingResources.info is a website designed to help persons who are recovering from mental illness and other disabilities find decent, safe, affordable housing.
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Mark your calendars now for the Community Partners Concert on Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 8pm at Heinz Hall. TSI is supporting this successful and very entertaining concert with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. The ticket proceeds will once again benefit TSI and other nonprofit organizations.
"People with both mental health disabilities and hearing impairments have many barriers to overcome." To learn more about the barriers encountered and to read the full article click on the Download PDF Article link below (You will need Adobe Reader to view this document - Download Here).
Transitional Services, Inc. has released the "Our Story" Presentation that offers keen insight behind the history, accomplishments and future goals of TSI as an organization. Designed as a MS PowerPoint slide show, it is also available in Adobe Acrobat PDF format.
Is TSI part of Allegheny County Mental Health/Mental Retardation/Intellectual Disabilities System?
Who decides what services my family member will receive?
How much support can TSI offer my loved one?
How does my family member spend his/her time during the day?
Do you provide transportation?
How much help do you provide with cooking, shopping, cleaning, and laundry?
How do you assist with medication?
How are personal finances managed?
When do individuals leave the program?
Is TSI part of the Allegheny County Mental Health/Mental Retardation/ Intellectual Disabilities System?
TSI is a private, nonprofit agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through Allegheny County Department of Human Services and is licensed by the state. Referrals to TSI are received directly through the county or through other county contracted Service Coordination Units.
Who decides what services my family member will receive?
Your family member makes the decisions about what services he/she receives. TSI partners with them to determine the services and supports needed to meet the goals they have identified. A plan is developed based on their specific goals. TSI works in collaboration with the other agencies that provide services to your family member. TSI and these agencies become a comprehensive team that works together to meet the needs and desires of your loved one.
How much support can TSI offer my loved one?
The amount of support offered varies based on the type of program and the needs of the person. Group homes and supervised apartments have staff on site 24 hours a day. Congregate Supported Living Programs have staff on site every day, but do not provide 24-hour coverage. In Community Supported Living, the amount of staff support ranges from a few hours daily to a few hours monthly. Each person is assessed when entering the program to determine the amount of support needed or wanted. TSI has an on-call system in place to provide 24-hour support to all persons in our programs.
How much is the rent?
In properties that TSI owns or operates, rent is based upon a percentage of the person’s income. Utilities are included. The percentages are determined by state or federal law and vary based on the type of program. Rents range from 30% in HUD subsidized buildings to 72% in group homes where meals are included. There is a maximum ceiling for rent in all buildings.
How does my family member spend his/her time during the day?
Meaningful activities are an important part of a full, productive life. Everyone is encouraged to participate in some outside activity of their choosing, such as: volunteer work, employment, social or recreation groups, and treatment or recovery programs.
Do you provide transportation?
Whenever possible, people are encouraged to use public transportation and/or provided mobility training. Access and MATP are also options used by the individuals who receive our services. TSI does not provide transportation on a regular basis. The agency’s vehicles are primarily used for group activities, emergencies, and medical situations.
How much help do you provide with cooking, shopping, cleaning, and laundry?
Our philosophy is do with the person not for the person. TSI provides support and opportunities for learning that are based on individual needs and designed to help the person served enhance self-sufficiency in living skill areas such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc.
How do you assist with medication?
Ultimately, the individual has the choice about whether or not to take medications. TSI works with the person to help him/her understand how his/her medications work and the benefits of taking them as prescribed. Each individual is carefully assessed regarding his/her level of medication independence and when necessary, support is provided. Some of the support staff can provide includes: reminders, pill boxes, pill counts, and direct support and observation. TSI also works with the person and his/her doctors to encourage communication regarding how the medications are working and to address problems and concerns.
How are personal finances managed?
TSI follows strict regulatory and ethical guidelines to safeguard the individual’s funds. Many individuals who receive our services are able to manage their own finances. With the person’s consent, staff can work with them on budgeting and other money management issues. TSI is not able to restrict the person’s access to their funds. For individuals who need more assistance, TSI will help to locate a representative payee.
When do individuals leave the program?
There can be several reasons why a person leaves one of TSI’s programs. An individual may be better served in a setting with less or more support. Perhaps they are comfortable living on their own again and no longer need or want the services, or they experience changes in their physical or mental health. The person and their support team are involved in the decision making process.
Where do families fit in?
TSI values the perspective that family members bring and the support that they offer the person. Through our surveys and Public Forums, TSI offers families an opportunity to give their opinions and make suggestions for improvement. Everyone who receives our services is asked who they would like to have on their support team. Based on the desires of the individual and your willingness to be involved, the things that you can do are unlimited.
What about privacy?
According to state and federal laws, all individuals over the age of 18 have the right to confidentiality. This means each individual determines with whom his or her personal protected health information may be shared.
