Independent Living Experience (ILE) Needs-Based Scholarship

Program Overview:
Financial assistance program for young adults ages 18-35 with autism and/or intellectual disabilities who wish to participate in Glade Run's Independent Living Experience program but have financial need.

Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania (Zelienople, PA location)

Target Population:

• Young adults ages 18-35
• Diagnosed with autism and/or intellectual disability
• Ability to self-administer all medications
• Ability to navigate community with support at 1:5 ratio

Program Details:
The ILE is a 6-day residential program designed to help young adults gain confidence and independence through activities focused on:

• Increasing social skills
• Promoting adult readiness
• Building employment skills
• Encouraging independence
• Daily activities include morning/evening activities, self-care, group activities, meal preparation, and physical exercise

2026 Program Sessions:

• Session 1: June 7-12
• Session 2: June 14-19
• Session 3: June 21-26
• Session 4: July 26-31 (female only)
• Session 5: August 2-7

Program Cost: $2,000/week per participant

Funding Options:

• Waiver Funding (through Supports Coordinator)
• Scholarship Application
• ESY (Extended School Year) funding through school district
• Private Pay (with payment plans available)

Contact Information:

• Phone: (724) 452-4453
• Address: P.O. Box 70, 30 Glade Run Drive, Zelienople, PA 16063
• Email: contact@gladerun.org

Application Process

1. Access Application: Complete the 2026 ILE Online Application
2. Submit Scholarship Form: A "Needs Based Scholarship Application" is available online
3. Payment Arrangement: Payment must be secured or funding agencies must provide proof of payment prior to program start

Required Information

• Participant name and date of birth
• Age verification (must be 18-35)
• Diagnosis documentation (autism and/or intellectual disability)
• Medical information (ability to self-administer medications)
• Financial need information for scholarship consideration
• Waiver information (if applicable)

Alternative Funding Methods

If not approved for scholarship:

• Contact Supports Coordinator for waiver funding eligibility (Day Code: W7285)
• Arrange ESY (Extended School Year) funding through school district
• Set up private pay with available payment plans