Inclusion is Everything!
It's not just our motto - it's a way of life
because it fosters a diverse and collaborative
environment where every individual’s perspective
drives creativity and success.
Inclusion is
Everything!
It's not just our motto - it's a way of life
because it fosters a diverse and collaborative
environment where every individual’s perspective
drives creativity and success.
What We Do.
Our Mission
The Deutsch Institute has been serving the Northeast Region of Pennsylvania since 1979. We are dedicated to developing and expanding resources and opportunities in order to improve health and well being for persons with special needs. The Deutsch Institute makes use of existing resources and facilities as well as volunteer services to initiate pilot programs as well as cooperative community ventures with social service agencies.
The Deutsch Institute supports Office of Developmental Program’s mission, vision, values and quality framework, and adopts the self-determination initiatives of PA.
In The Deutsch Spotlight
Learning Job Skills at Keen Lake Camping & Cottage Resort
Today’s spotlight is on Chance, a recent graduate from Western Wayne High School. Chance wanted to gain some “hands-on” work experience to help prepare him for life after high school. The Deutsch Institute was able to find him a Paid Work Experience as a Grounds Keeper at Keen Lake Camping & Cottage Resort in Waymart. Every Monday, accompanied by his job coach, Chance works closely with the management and staff to prepare campsites for new arrivals.
What’s Happening Here.
Our Latest News
Remembering Ramon Lesavage
Today we celebrate the life of Ramon Lesavage. Ramon often attended various Deutsch Institute dances and events. He greeted everyone with a smile and his sense of humor could light up any room. He enjoyed listening to classic rock and would gladly discuss music for hours. Our deepest condolences go
Renovations to Robinson Park mentioned in the Times-Tribune
In a recent interview, the Deutsch Institute’s Executive Director Chris von Ahnen discussed the renovation of Robinson Park with reporter Christine Lee. “We’ve invested almost five years into it, and to see it finally culminate in being our new home, it’s surreal,” he said. “We’ve always rented space. We’ve never
