CLASS Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Community Living And Support Services (CLASS) has been a leader in assisting people to live independently in their own homes and familiar communities for over 65 years. CLASS Personal Assistance Services provide non-medical assistance with activities of daily living and community support for adults and seniors. In-home Services operates 365 days a year when participants need support from the program.  

CLASS is licensed by the PA Department of Health and regulated and monitored by the PA Department of Human Services. CLASS provides individualized in-home, non-medical assistance:

• Personal Care (bathing, grooming, dressing)
• Walking, moving, and transferring (including safe use of wheelchairs, walkers, or lifts)
• Basic exercise
• Meal Preparation, assistance with eating, and selecting nutritious foods
• Light Housekeeping; Laundry
• Shopping and Errands
• Medication Reminders
• Escorting to appointments

Our Direct Care Workers

Our Direct Care Workers are trained to provide quality, person-centered care. Training is focused on respecting consumer choice and values and promoting independence while ensuring a responsible, safe and healthful environment. All Direct Care Workers are screened and insured. They undergo a thorough background check and work history/credential verification.  Further, all Personal Care Attendants are required to be competent in the following areas:

• HIPPAA/PHI/Confidentiality
• Consumer control and the independent living philosophy
• Instrumental activities of daily living
• Recognizing changes in the consumer that need to be addressed (Observe, Record, Report)
• Universal precautions/ Basic infection control
• Handling of emergencies
• Documentation
• Recognizing and reporting abuse or neglect
• Dealing with difficult behaviors

In choosing CLASS for your Personal Assistance Services you can be assured that CLASS will work cooperatively with you, your family and any skilled service, hospice, therapy, or other service you are currently receiving. CLASS has been a choice provider of Personal Assistance Services since 1998.

“While I am caring for a participant I always check skin for signs of breakdown. Training at CLASS taught me the importance of watching for changes in the consumer’s condition.  - B.K.

CLASS understands the incredible value of a person who is called to work as a Direct Care Worker. The dedication, care, compassion and strong judgment skills required for such important work are cherished here at CLASS.

Funding:

CLASS offers Personal Assistance Services on a Private Pay basis at a very competitive rate; furthermore, CLASS can bill other funding organizations, such as Educational Institutions, Employers, Trusts and Community organizations. Need help funding the Personal Assistance Services you need? Eligibility for funding for attendant care services will depend on your age, needs and abilities, as well as your income and asset levels. Individuals between the ages of 18-59, who need funding for Personal Assistance Services, may apply by calling MAXIMUS, PA Independent Enrollment Broker, at 1-877-550-4227. Individuals ages 60 or over should contact their county Area Agency on Aging (Allegheny County AAA - 412-350-5460).