It is the policy of Bethlen Communities, in compliance with the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, and all requirements imposed thereto, including admissions, the provision of services, and referrals of residents, that no individual, with regard to age, race, religion, disability, national origin, sex, color, sexual orientation, or marital or veteran status, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subject to discrimination. Policies for admission to the cottages are subject to and comply with the Housing for Older Persons Act of 1955. Any resident who believes he/she has been discriminated against may file a complain of discrimiation with:
Bureau of Equal Opportunity: Rm 521 Health & Welfare Bldg. PO Box 2675 Harrisburgh, PA 17105
Office of Civil Rights: Dept. of Health and Human Services Ste. 372 Public Ledger Bldg., Philadelphia, PA 19106-9111
PA Human Relations Commission: 300 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Bureau of Equal Opportunity: Rm. 702 Pittsburgh State Office Bldg. 300 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222