Supportive Concepts for Families

Supportive Concepts for Families, Inc. (SCFF) is a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Mental Health Disorders, and Behavioral Health Needs. Known for its person-centered approach, SCFF provides a range of tailored services across Pennsylvania, focusing on helping individuals thrive and improving the overall disability support system within the state. Established in 1993, SCFF has become a trusted name for individuals and families needing specialized, compassionate support.

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Supportive Concepts for Families, Inc. (SCFF) is a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Mental Health Disorders, and Behavioral Health Needs. Known for its person-centered approach, SCFF provides a range of tailored services across Pennsylvania, focusing on helping individuals thrive and improving the overall disability support system within the state. Established in 1993, SCFF has become a trusted name for individuals and families needing specialized, compassionate support.

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Year Founded
Inperium Partner Since
Location

3929 Perkiomen Ave.
Reading, PA 19606
United States

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Why an Inperium affiliation

A Growing Need for Resources

As SCFF grew, so did its need for additional funding to meet demand across Pennsylvania. Inperium provided SCFF with access to capital, enabling the organization to reach more people in need and add to its residential and community-based services.

Operational Support and Cost Savings

Inperium’s model allowed SCFF to streamline operations, reducing expenses while upholding the quality of care. Through affiliation, SCFF could focus on what mattered most: delivering impactful services to those who rely on them.

Opportunities for Growth and Innovation

By aligning with Inperium, SCFF tapped into a constellation of affiliates with experience in behavioral health and developmental disabilities. This support strengthened SCFF’s capacity to navigate Pennsylvania’s evolving regulatory environment and to stay focused on its mission.

How Inperium helped

Streamlined Operations

SCFF’s affiliation with Inperium introduced efficiencies through shared administrative resources, allowing the organization to simplify its operations, lower costs, and keep its focus on high-quality care.

Funding for Expansion

With the support of Inperium, SCFF expanded its services throughout Pennsylvania, from day programs and employment support to more residential homes. This funding meant SCFF could keep pace with the growing need for specialized IDD and mental health community support.

Better Service and Outcomes

Inperium’s affiliation allowed SCFF to bring in new practices, improving client outcomes and strengthening partnerships across Pennsylvania. This holistic support enhanced SCFF’s ability to serve more people.

Continuing growth through connection

Three years after joining the constellation, Supportive Concepts for Families grew further by welcoming a fellow Inperium affiliate, Our Own Home, into the organization through a collaborative merger. Watch to learn how this process enabled greater growth and expanded offerings, improved service quality, and drove powerful community impact through cost-effective administrative consolidation and back office efficiencies. 

Process and steps

1
Access to Capital for Expansion

SCFF faced growing demand for its services, making it crucial to secure funding to sustain and expand its mission. Through Inperium, SCFF gained the financial backing to meet this demand, bringing its services to new communities.

2
Cost Savings through Affiliation

SCFF joined Inperium as its first sole member, benefiting from shared resources and systems, which freed up funds to support direct services rather than overhead.

3
Increased Revenue and Growth

By joining forces with Inperium, SCFF was able to boost its revenue while controlling costs, paving the way for steady, sustainable growth.

4
Expanding Reach and Services

Since 2016, SCFF has grown rapidly, opening new homes and service locations across Pennsylvania. The organization has also expanded its support offerings, reaching more individuals and building deeper roots within the community.

Client at Supportive Concepts for Families sits in her wheelchair alongside an aide during a group Halloween craft activity

Results

Since affiliating with Inperium in 2016, Supportive Concepts for Families has transformed its capacity to serve Pennsylvania’s communities and been able to offer more comprehensive support through residential and day services as well as employment and community supports. 

SCFF has expanded from 78 homes in 2016 to 162 homes in 2025, serving more individuals than ever before. With expenses held in check, SCFF reported a surplus of $13.9 million by 2024. As of fiscal year 2025, revenue has more than doubled since affiliation in 2016, from $49.6 million to $112.4 million. Looking ahead, SCFF is positioned to continue growing alongside Inperium.