CAP4Kids: The Children's Advocacy Project

After School/Camps/Mentoring

Boy Scouts of America: Council Number: 544
Council Name: Keystone York-Adams

2139 White Street
York, PA 17404

Telephone: 717-843-0901

Since 1910, Scouting has helped mold the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes and, through nearly a century of experience, understands that helping youth puts us on a path toward a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.

Scouting, with programs for young men and women, helps meet these six essential needs of the young people growing up in our society: Mentoring, Lifelong Learning, Faith Traditions, Serving Others, Healthy Living, Building Character. Boy Scouts of America
Boys and Girls Club of America: Boys&Girls Clubs of America's national programs have taken members fromthe Clubhouse to the White House; from the games room to the corporate boardroom; fromt he high school orchestra to Carnegie Hall.

Boys&Girls Clubs of America has a lineup of tested and proven nationally recognized programs that address today's most pressing youth issues, teaching young people the skills they need to succeed in life.

National programs are available in the areas of education, the environment, health, the arts, careers, alcohol/drug and pregnancy prevention, gang prevention, leadership development and athletics.

Columbia Community Center
Columbia, PA 17512
Telephone: 717-684-3637
A unit of: Boys&Girls Club of Lancaster
http://www.bgclanc.org

Jack Walker Clubhouse
Lancaster, PA 17603
A unit of: Boys&Girls Club of Lancaster
http://www.bgclanc.org

Hill Clubhouse
Lancaster, PA 17608
Telphone: 717-299-3771
A unit of: Boys&Girls Club of Lancaster
http://www.bgclanc.org

Angino Clubhouse
Harrisburg, PA 17104
Telephone: 717-234-3268
A unit of: Boys&Girls Club of Central Pennsylvania
http://www.bgccp.org

Cumberland Road Clubhouse
Harrisburg, PA 17104
Telephone: 717-238-7898
A unit of: Boys&Girls Club of Central Pennsylvania
http://www.bgccp.org

John N. Hall Foundation Club House
Harrisburg, PA 17104
Telephone: 717-232-1700
A unit of: Boys&Girls Club of Central Pennsylvania
http://www.bgccp.org

Boys&Girls Club of Lancaster, Inc.
Lancaster, PA 17602
Telephone: 717-392-6343
A unit of: Boys&Girls Club of Lancaster
http://www.bgclanc.org

Others can be found via www.bgga.org/clubs Boys&Girls Club of America
Camp Green Zone (Asthma Camp): 300 Country Club Road
Suite 140
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-851-4485

Additional Fees: $75.00 per camper

To help children with asthma live full lives without limitations. WellSpan Health is proud to offer Camp Green Zone. Designed to teach children ages 6 through 12 how to prevent and control their ashtma in a relaxed setting, the camp includes lots of fun activities, along with daily classroom instructions.

Camp Green Zone is staffed by a team of health professionals with experience in the care of children with asthma. Dr. Michelle Klinek of the Family Center for Allergy and Asthma, is camp Medical Director.

Parents will have a chance to meet the instructors and learn more about camp activities at a parent orientation meeting. The informative meeting will be held two weeks before camp.

Wellspan.org
Camp Penwood; The ARC of York County: Camp Penwood; The ARC of York County

497 Hill Street
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-846-6589

6 weeks camp/5 days/week. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Intended for children with intellectual/physical/mental disabilities. Children are exposed to arts, crafts, music, sports. Transportation may be provided with additional fee. www.thearcofyorkcounty.org
Dream Wrights Youth&Family Theatre: Dream Wrights Youth&Family Theatre

100 Carlisle Avenue
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-848-8623

Cost: $105 for 1/2 day
$195 for full day

7 weeks, 5 days/week. Offer 1/2 day&full day camps. Camp is intended for normal functioning children interested in theater and the arts of acting, drama, music and dance. Dates and times differ depending on age of child and specific camp activity. www.dreamwrights.org/summer-camps-workshops
Girl Scouts: Girls Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania

350 Hale Avenue
Harrisburg, PA 17104

Telephone: 800-692-7816

In Girl Scouts, girls discover the fun, friendship, and power of girls together. Through a myriad of enriching experiences, such as extraordinary field trip, sports skill-building clinics, community service projects, cultural exchanges, and environmental stewardships, girls grow courageous and strong. Girl Scouting helps girls develop their full individual potential; relate to others with increasing understanding, skill, and respect; develop values to guide their actions and provide the foundation for sound decision-making; and contribute to the improvement of society through their abilities, leadership skills, and cooperation with others. Girl Scouts
Jewish Community Center: 2000 Hollywood Drive
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-843-0918

Our mission, as a human service agency, is to strengthen and preserve Jewish culture, promote mutual understanding and the acceptance of diversity, and enhance the well being of our members and the communities we serve through cultural, educational, physical, recreational, and social opportunities. We work cooperatively with other civic organizations to improve our community, and welcome everyone regardless of their circumstances or ability to pay. Jewish Community Center
Mend-A-Heart Camp: Camp Cann-Edi-On
York Haven, PA

Telephone: 717-812-5333

Camp Mend-A-Heart is a one day bereavement camp for children ages 6-13 years old who have experienced a significant loss in their life. The camp is held at Camp Cann-Edi-On, which is located in the York area. Invites to the camp are sent to VNA Hospitce patient's families, schools, churches, other community organizations and advertised with local media. It is available to the community. The day is comprised of structured activities such as sharing time, grief workshop, crafts, a remembrance service. We also have less structured time during the day which includes pet therapy dog visit, swim tie, games, sports, and bonfire.
Other Camps: The American Camp Association has accredited the following area camps:

Echo Trail (Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania) in Chanceford Township
Telephone: 800-692-7816

Furnace Hills (Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania)in Denver, Lancaster County
Telephone: 800-692-7816

Gretna Glen Camp in Lebanon County
Telephone: 800-828-9093

Camp Kirchenwald (Luthern Camping Corp. of Central PA)
1 Cut Off Road
Celebrook, PA 17402
Telephone: 677-8211 or 964-3121
Fax: 717-677-7597
www.lutherancamping.org/kirchenwald

Kirchenwald is located on 340 acres of undeveloped timberland, adjacent to 4000 acres of state game lands in Colebrook, PA. The camp averages over 900 campers a summer, focusing on adventure trip camps and growth through callenge. Campers travel to the Adirondack Mountains, the beaches of Assateague Island, Maryland or enjoy the climbing tower, climbing wall, ropes course, lake, and sports activities at the camp. In addition to summer camp Kirchenwald offers programs in the spring, winter, and fall.

Camp Nawakwa (Luthern Camping Corp. of Central PA) in Biglerville, Adams County
Telephone: 677-8211

Camp Swatara in Bethel, Berks County
Telephone: 933-8510

YMCA Camp Shand in Cornwall, Lancaster County
Telephone: 397-7474

For all ACA-accredited camps in Pennsylvania visit, find.acacamps.org
RISING S.T.A.R.S. (Striving To Achieve Remarkable Success) - Crispus Attucks Association: Provides after-school and summer educational, recreational programs for youths 5 to 18 years old. Activities include self esteem and study skills workshops, life skills classes, cooking classes, arts&crafts, and many more exciting events. Spanish classes are also available.

Crispus Attucks Offices
605 South Duke Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-848-3610
Fax: 717-843-3914
Visit Rising S.T.A.R.S.
Tennis for Kids: 1985 High Rock Lane
York, PA 17406

Telephone: 717-757-1667

Our goal is to give every child the opportunity to fill summer hours by with a quality experience by learning a lifetime sport involving family, friends and fun.

TFK, founded 20 years ago and still going strong, is available, free to children ages 8-16. we operate at 21 locations in York and Adams Counties. In 2010, our season runs from June 21 to July 23. See our registration form for details.

At least two adults supervise each site. We strive to maintain a ratio of one instructor for every 10 children at the site. Our site supervisors and instructors, numbering over 200, are paid. However, TFK officers and board members do not receive compensation in any form. http://www.tennisforkidsyork.com/
YMCA Afterschool Programs: York YMCA, 90 N. Newberry St., York
Telephone: 843-7884
East York YMCA, 4075 E. Market St., York
Telephone: 755-7144
Southern, 100 Constitution Ave., Shrewsbury
Telephone: 235-0446
Bob Hoffman, 1705 Palomino Ave., Dover
Telephone: 292-5622

Fees:

Varies with program, $35-$70. Please see brochure on website.

Memberships

Adult $122.00, Student $65.00 (winter)/$95.00 (summer), under 18 $49.59, household of 2 adutls and childre $169.50. Income-based sliding fee scale available.

The YMCA is so much more thana pool, a fitness center, or a gymnasium. It's a movement, a bold and concerted effort to build strong kids, strong families, and a stronger York through a spectrum of endeavors and services. From youth development programs... to family focused activities... all the way to urban renewal initiatives that enhance our city while creating affordable housing opportunities. No, this is not your father's YMCA. It's your family's... your community's... and, more than ever before, yours. York County YMCA
YMCA Summer Camps: Various Cities as follows:

Camp Fitch - Lake Erie, PA
Telephone: 330-744-8411
Co-Ed Summer Resident Camp

Camp Speers-Elijabar - Dingmans Ferry, PA
Telephone: 877-773-3779
Co-Ed Summer Resident Camp

Camp Kon-O-Kwee - Fombell, PA
Telephone: 412-391-3328
Co-ed Summer Resident Camp

Camp Spencer(for groups) - Fombell, PA
Telephone: 412-391-3328
Family Summer Resident Camp

Deer Valley Family Camp - Fort Hill, PA
Telephone: 800-962-2386
Family Summer Resident Camp

Camp Thompson - Gardners, PA
Telephone: 717-243-2525
Co-Ed Summer Resident Camp

Camp Sky Crest - Hawley, PA
Telephone: 570-253-1350
Co-Ed SUmmer Resident Camp

Camp Shand - Ephrata, PA
Telephone: 717-397-7474
Co-Ed Resident Camp

Camp T Frank Soles - Rockwood, PA
Telephone: 800-677-1811
Co-Ed Summer Resident Camp

Camp Conrad Weiser - Wernersville, PA
Telephone: 610-670-2267
Co-ed Summer Resident Camp

Camp Kresege - White Haven, PA
Telephone: 570-823-2191
Co-Ed Summer Resident Camp

The Y is the nation's leading nonprofit organization for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Y is a powerful association of men, women, and children committed to bringing about lasting personal and social change. With a focus on nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving the nation's health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support neighbors, the Y enables youth, adults, families and communities to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.

YMCA
York 21st Century After School Program: Hannah Penn Middle School - Mr. Dennis Ranch - 717-324-7324
Edgar Fahs Smith Middle School - Mr. Dwight Thomas -
717-600-6391
Jacob L. Devers Elementary - Mrs. Tenisha Burke - 717-324-1339

Contact Person: Sharon Ritter - 717-849-1356

Provides academic enrichment programs, particularly to students in high-poverty and low-performing schools. Services&activities are prescribed for students based on their individual needs. The program helps students meet state and local standards in core academic subjects. www.ycs.k12.pa.us/content/view/48/222
York College Spartans Summer Sports Camps: York College of PA
York, PA 17405

Fees: $200 Girl's Basketball, $200 Baseball, $175 Softball/$225 pitchers&catchers, $60-$400 for soccer camps depending on age

Contact person:

Women's basketball: Betsy Witman, Head Women's Basketball Coach
Telephone: 717-815-1537

Softball: Coach Nicki Starry, Coach Lisa Baker

Baseball: Paul Salkia
Telephone: 717-815-1245

Soccer Camps: Mark Ludwig
Telephone: 717-815-1919 or 717-818-7294

Women's Basketball was 6/21-24, 2010.
The Softball Camp was 6/28-7/1, 2010.

The Spartan Baseball Camp includes 4 training sessions with the York College baseball coaching staff and players. each 5-hour session includes instruction of fundamental techniques for hitting, throwing/pitching, defense, and base running. Dates for the camp are 7/12-15 for ages 8-12 and 7/19-22 for ages 13-18.

The Spartan Soccer Camps focus on producing high quality on the playing field. The three camps (High School Boys, High School Girls, and Spartan Boys'/Girls' Soccer Academy) focus on playing an attractive, fun, and creative style within the team framework. Individual attention is provided to each camper from both the team head coach as well as the staff coach, a York College soccer player. With these camps, the players will get special attention to develop his or her game and take it to the next level. They will also be challenged in a fun, yet competitive environment, which will allow for maximum learning and development.
York College
York County Heritage Trust Summer Camps: 250 East Market Street
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-848-1587

The York County Heritage Trust provides a series of summer history camps to children ages 8-12.

Colonial Gents&Dames: Settling Colonial Pennsylvania

Embark, explore and discover at the Trust's 2010 summer camp, while experiencing 18th century Colonial York through a half-day camp taking place at the Trust's Colonial Complex from July 26-30 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Campers are able to participate in various activities that are educational, fun and interactive, helping them to imagine what various activities that are educational, fun and interactive, helping them to imagine what their lives would have been like if they had been part of the families who settled and lived in York during the 1700s. Activities include touring the Trust's historic sites and museums, channeling one's inner actor by acting out a Colonial York trial, donning colonial clothing, testing one's skill at traditional chores that children would have completed, and creating period crafts.

$75.00 for Trust Members and $100.00 for non-members

Archaeology Week

Each summer the York County Heritage Trust partners with the York County Department of Parks and Recreation to offer two sessions of Archaeology Week. Students ages 9-12 are exposed to the basics of archaeology, first hand as they participate in actual excavations at real archaeological sites. Campers also learn about how artifacts are preserved and interpreted in a museum setting with visits to York County Heritage Trust sites and museums.

New for 2010, the camps will take place at Codorus State Park, the former location of Mary Anne Furnance that operated during the 1700s and 1800s, and is known to have produced ammunition during the American Revolutionary War.

The week long camps will run July 5-9 and August 9-13. For more information and registration materials, please contact the York County Department of Parks and Recreation at www.yorkcountyparks.org or 717-428-1961. Space is limited!

Coming this fall - Through the Lens: A Photographic look at York County Today

This summer community youth can make their mark on York County History. The York County Heritage Trust and Hayman Studio have partnered to present a photo contest for the upcoming exhibit Through the Lens: A photographic Look at York County Today, which will be displayed in conjunction with the Trust's current 10th anniversary photographic exploration, Then and Now: A Historical and Modern Visual Tour of York County, Pennsylvania. Students are encouraged to spend the sumer capturing their favorite images of York County since selected entries will be the focal point of the exhibit.

Once the contest has concluded, photographs have been selected, and the exhibit has been created youth will have had the opportunity to impact history by showcasing York County "now". However, this visual journey will one day provide a tour of York County's past, helping the Trust's current 10th anniversary exhibit to come full circle while commemorating the 60th anniversary of Hayman Studio.
York Library Summer Reading Program: 159 East Market Street
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-846-5300

Acquire a library card at your local library. Register on the website to log hours or submit book reviews. Periodic events occurring at your library can be found on the schedule on the website. York Libraries
YWCA School-age Learning Centers: Dallastown Schools
Serving: Dallastown Elementary, Dallastown Intermediate, York Township Elementary, and Leader Heights Elementary Schools.

Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Fees: Registration is $50.00; Before OR after school program is $75.00 a week; before AND after school program is $100 week.

Northeastern Schools
Serving: Conewago Elementary (on-site for K-3rd grade), Orendorf Elementary, Shallow Brook Elementary, and Spring Forge Elementary Schools.

Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fees: Registration is $50.00; Before OR after school program is $75.00 a week; before AND after school program is $100 week.
Contact: Lisa Young - 717-266-1073

York City Schools
Serving: Davis Elementary, Devers Elementary, Goode Elementary, Jackson Elementary, and McKinley Elementary Schools

Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Fees: Registration is $50.00; before AND after school program is $100 week.
Contact: Barry Muser - 717-845-2631 x. 155

YWCA York supports families in three diferent school districts in York County by providing before-and/or after-school care as well as full-day care for school-age students (Kindergarten through 6th grade, except where noted) when school is out of session. At our school-age sites, staff members work cooperatively with the schools to meet families' needs. We strive to create an environment where students can get what they need before and after school -- fun and active outdoor play; creative arts; engaging, child-directed projects; support in homework; opportunities to practice emerging pro-social and leadership skills; and a safe place to build friendships and solid relationships with adults. Breakfast and snack are also provided. York YWCA

Child Abuse

Access, York: 717-846-5400
717-637-2235
1-800-262-8444

Mission: To eliminate domestic violence in York County.

- Provides emergency services and safe shelter to victims of domestic violence.
- Empower victims to seek options, make choices, and take control of their lives.
- Make society intolerant of domestic violence.
- Break the cycle of violence and maintain a financially solid and effective administrative body. www.access-york.org
CHILDLINE AND ABUSE REGISTRY: Phone number: 800-932-0313 (Reporting Child Abuse)

Statewide Department for accepting calls public and professional sources 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. They receive reports of suspected child abuse and provide information, counseling, and referral services.
www.dpw.state.pa.us/PartnersProviders/ChildWelfare
The Lehman Center: 400 West Market St.
York, PA 17401-3804

717-845-5771
1-800-635-6619

Contact Person: Martha Martin (Center Director @ York, PA
Marth@CASTLC.org

Place for children in crisis to go for temporary safety and shelter. Also offers education and support to parents whose families were in crisis.

Four Programs: 1. 24 hour crisis nursery for children birth to 6 years; 2. Outpatient art therapy counseling; 3. Case Management Services; and 4. Parent support groups.

Accepts Medical Assistance and many services are free. www.cassd.org
York County Children's Advocacy Center: 28 South Queen St.
York, PA 17403-2032

717-718-4253

Mission of program: To reduce the trauma of child abuse investigations; foster professional collaberation and provide education and advocacy regarding the prevention of child abuse within the community.

Services provided: Forensic interviews, medical evaluation, and victim support.

Contact person: Deborah Harrison, Executive Director
dharrison@yorkCAC.org www.yorkcac.org
York County Office of Children, Youth&Families: 100 West Market St.
# 402
York, PA 17401-1332

717-846-8496
1-800-729-9227

Contact Person: Deborah R. Chronister

Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Mission: Dedicated to safety and stability of children and their families by providing services and support to strengthen the family through partnerships within the community. Services are free of charge. yccys.org

Child Care/Respite Care

Head Start of York County: 226 East College Ave.
York, PA 17403

717-846-4600

A comprehensive child development program for pre-school children and their families. A variety of services are provided including medical, dental, mental health, and nutrition. Head Start of York County
The Lehman Center: 400 West Market Street
York, PA 17401

717-845-5771

The Lehman Center provides a place for children to go for temporary safety and shelter. The center includes a 24 hour crisis nursery, outpatient art therapy conseling, case management services, and parent support groups. The Lehman Center
Child Care Consultants, Inc.: 13 West Market St.
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-845-2273 or
1-800-864-4925

Childcare Consultants, Inc. administers four programs: 1) Assistance in locating quality childcare facilities to families in York and subsidized fee-assistance for low-income families that meet income and work requirement set by the state; 2) Keystone stars quality and improvement initiative in 8 counties (Adams, Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York); 3) Child and Adult care food service sponsor to reimburse providers part of the cost of serving healthy meals in all but Chester of the counties; and 4) Home-based training and mentoring programs to childcare providers in York County. Child Care Consultants
MH/MR Respite Program: MH/MR Respite Program

2107 Industrial Highway
York, PA 17402

Telephone: 717-600-0100

Email: pen@parentednet.org
Family Child Resources: 3395 East Market Street
York, PA 17402

Telephone: 717-757-1227
Fax: 717-757-1353

Family-Child Resources has a long history of strengthening&supporting families and children. We provide high-quality services and products for families and schools, as well as for employers who wish to support their employees in balancing their work and personal lives. Services include co-parenting services, counseling, drug&alcohol prevention services, early intervention, employee assistance programs, juvenile justice programs, kids' groups, parent education, in-home parenting of infants, and training/consultation for schools, businesses, government&private organizations, and child care providers.

No charge except for Kids First ($60), Cooperative Parenting&Divorce Course ($300), and Counseling (many insurances accepted). Family Child Resources

Domestic/Community Violence

24 HOUR NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE: Will directly connect the victim to a local Domestic Violence Program.

Telephone number: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
ACCESS - YORK - YWCA: Access York - YWCA

320 East Market Street
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 1-800-262-8444
1-717-845-2631
1-717-846-5400

Access - York Program seeks to eliminate domestic violence, offer support, education and a safe environment for victims of domestic violence. Support groups offered, outreach advocate that goes out into the community. Transitional Housing program - housing available 9-12 months (11 units). Legal advocate available to help w/protection claims. 24 hour hotline available. Prevention programs offered in schools. YWCA York
ACCESS-YORK, INC.: Provides a 24 hour hotline, emergency shelter, option and supportive counseling, support groups, a children's program, hospital advocacy, legal advocacy, drug and alcohol support services, a volunteer program, violence prevention programs, outreach, and transitional housing.

24 hour hotline: 717-846-5400 or 1-800-262-8444

Language Services Available: Lang.Line - 3rd shift counsellor.

ACCESS-York, Inc.
P.O. Box 743
York, PA 17405
Contact Person: Roxanne King, Shelter Director
Rachel - Case Manager

Still Water Shelter in Hanover
Transitional Housing
717-637-2235

Hanover Safe Home
717-632-0007 Visit ACCESS-York, Inc.
NON-VIOLENCE INTERVENTION SERVICE (NOVIS): Is an intervention group in Adams County, which provides a 26-week educational program for men who are violent, controlling and/or abusive, teaching alternatives to coercive, dominating and violent behavior in intimate relationships.

Novis, Inc.
P.O. Box 4681
123 Buford Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-339-0222 or 1-800-736-1477
PENNSYLVANIA VICTIMS RIGHTS COMPLIANCE PROJECT: Educates victim's on their legal rights in PA as victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse.

Coalition of PA Crime Organization
84 E. Merrit Street
Plains, PA
717-571-5299 www.pavictimsrights.org
PROTECTION FROM ABUSE OFFICE (PFA): May file an emergency protection order through the District Justice if Judicial Center is closed. Call 911 and ask to be connected to the District Justice on duty. Hearing within 10 business days.

Court interpreter can be arranged for other languages. Spanish interpreter on site.

Protection From Abuse Office
York County Judicial Center
45 North George Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-771-9662
Visit PFA
SAFE HOME PROGRAM: Provides a 24 hour hotline serving York and Adams County, temporary or emergency shelter, legal advocacy, child therapy and adult support groups, options counseling and crisis response, accompaniment and/or transportation to appointments/hearings, including civil and criminal hearings.

24 hour hotline: 717-632-0007

Safe Home Program
YWCA of Hanover
23 W. Chestnut Street
P.O. Box 824
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-637-2125
Contact Person: ANne Acker - Shelter Director Visit Safe Home Program
STILL WATERS, ACCESS-YORK, INC.: Provides a 24 hour hotline. Still Waters, The Jane Rice Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, located in Hanover. The Emergency Shelter Programs provide 24-hour accessible, safe, confidential emergency shelter at no cost to victims of domestic violence and their children. Those who live within the shelters receive safety planning, options and supportive counseling and life skills advocacy. Linkages are made to community resources to assist victims in becoming independent and living their lives free of abuse. Our Emergency Shelters provide food, clothing and personal care needs, as well as the every day needs of residential living.

24 hour hotline: 717-637-2235

StillWaters
P.O. Box 1323
Hanover, PA 17331
Contact Person: Valerie Krut - Director Visit Still Waters, ACCESS-York, Inc.
SURVIVORS, INC.: Provides a 24 hour hotline for Adams County, emergency shelter, supportive counseling, support groups for adults and children, legal advocacy, and transitional housing. Available for victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assualt.

24 hour hotline: 717-334-9777 or 1-800-787-8106

Survivors, Inc.
Post Office Box 3572
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-0589
Visit Survivors, Inc.
VICTIM ASSISTANCE CENTER (VAC): Provides a 24 hour hotline, crisis intervention, information and referrals, advocacy and ongoing counseling and support to victims of sexual violence, violent crimes and to familes who have lost a loved one to a homicide or suicide. Individual and group counseling available for children, adolescents and adults.

24 hour hotline: 1-800-422-3204

Victim Assistance Center
P.O. Box 30
York, PA 17405
Phone: 717-854-3131
Visit VAC

Early Intervention/Development

CASE MANAGEMENT - HANOVER/ADAMS: Case managment and assessment of service needs.

11 Carlisle Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-8040 or 1-800-632-7568
Fax: 717-632-9238

This program services all of Adams County and York services Hanover, Spring Grove,&Southwest School Districts.

Bilingingual Services available for Early Intervention.
EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM - YORK/ADAMS: Early interventions services from birth to 3 years of age. Assessment of needs and screening. Service advocacy and in-home services.

York County Government Center
100 West Market Street, Suite 301
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-771-9618
Fax: 717-771-9826 or 717-771-4658

York County Government Center
11 Carlisle Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-0927
Fax: 717-632-9238
EASTER SEALS CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA: Providing services for people with disabilities and their families. York services: Child Development Center, American Sign Language classes, Speech Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation. Chambersburg services: Audiology, Speech Therapy

York
Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania
2201 South Queen Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-741-3891
Fax: 717-741-5359

Chambersburg
Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania
55 Hamilton Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: 717-264-1539
Fax: 717-264-1309

Waynesboro
Easter Seals of Central Pennsylvania
626 N. Grant Street
Waynesboro, PA
Phone: 717-762-5315
Visit Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania
FAMILY-CHILD RESOURCES, INC.: Early Intervention (EI) services are specialized services provided to families in York and Adams Counties with young children (ages birth to three years) who have or are at risk for developmental delay. An evaluation to determine if your child is experiencing developmental delay is required to receive EI services.

Family-Child Resources, Inc.
3995 East Market Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-757-1227
Fax: 717-757-1353
Fee: $125.00 for initial counseling
Offers counseling for 5 yrs. to Adult.
Kids groups&Adult groups
Open Monday - Friday

Family-Child Resources, Inc.
Square Commercial Center
1 Center Square, Suite 3
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-630-2880
Fax: 717-630-8161
Does not offer services - Is a headquarter.
Visit Family-Child Resources, Inc.
LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE UNIT NO. 12: Services and special education for the learning disabled, physically handicapped, mentally retarded, autistic, hearing/visually impaired, socially/emotionally disturbed/speech and language impaired. Psychological testing and evalation of special needs children. Hearing problem diagnosis and recommendations. Preschool programs for special needs children ages 3 and up.

Lincoln Intermediate Unit No. 12
65 Billerbeck Street
P.O. Box 70
New Oxford, PA 17350
Phone: 717-624-4616
Visit Lincoln Intermediate Unit No. 12
UCP of SOUTH CENTRAL PA, INC.: Early Intervention (EI) is provided for children from birth - 3 years old who are at risk for, or have, disabilities or a delay such as, but not limited to, Down Syndrome, speech delay, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, hearing or vision loss, hydrocephalus, microcephalus, autism, developmental delay or neurological impairments. Each child is evaluated. Home-based education; phyisical, speach and occupational therapy for infants and toddlers.

Attendant Care allows adults with disabilities to remain in their homes by providing in-home personal care. CSPPPD provides training and assistance for adults with disabilities who wish to remain active, or live independently, in the community.

Elks Home Services Nurse Program povides counseling and support, in-home services, education, case management and advocacy for families.

UCP of South Central Pennsylvania
York
2215 East Market Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-751-2758 or 1-877-877-0287

Hanover
788 Cherry Tree Court
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-5552 or 1-800-333-3873

Adams County
New Oxford Center
101 Berlin Road
New Oxford, PA 17350
Phone: 717-624-2140 or 1-800-223-0467
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YORKSHIRE CENTER (LIU): Special education classes (birth to 21 years). Diagnostic testing (birth through kidnergarten). Audiological testing. Hearing and vision services.

York Learning Center
300 East Seventh Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-718-5800

Education Resources

CRISPUS ATTUCKS CENTER FOR EMPLOYMENT&TRAINING: Job search for unemployed minorities, marginally employable. Career counseling and goal setting. Interview techniques, resumes, applications review. Training program referrals; education and training; GED preparation; parenting skills.

ELECT program for pregnant and parenting teens. Abstinence based initiative that uses simulators to educate youth about premature teen pregnancy/patenting; E.F.I., a program for teen fathers that educates a child developement, child safety, nutrition, GED preparation, and career exploration.

Program assists pregnant and parenting students to complete their high school education. Individual and group support services available. Intensive case management.

Services provided to following schools: William Penn, Hannah Penn, Edgar Fahs, Smith, West York, Southwestern, Spring Grove, Manito&CA Youth Build Charter School.

Crispus Attucks Center for Employment&Training
613 S. George Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-848-8857

Contact Person: Michael D. Jefferosn, Director Visit Cripus Attucks - Employment and Training
EASTER SEALS CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA: Providing services for people with disabilities and their families. York services: Child Development Center, American Sign Language classes, Speech Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation. Chambersburg services: Audiology, Speech Therapy

York
Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania
2201 South Queen Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-741-3891
Fax: 717-741-5359
Toll-Free: 1-888-372-7280

Chambersburg
Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania
55 Hamilton Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: 717-264-1539
Fax: 717-264-1309
Toll-Free: 1-888-372-7280
Visit Easter Seals Central PA
EVEN START PROGRAM: Even Start is an education program for low-income families that is designed to improve the academic achievement of young children and their parents. Family literacy programs for parents and children from birth through age 7. Provide case manager to families.

McKinley Elementary School
600 Manor Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-849-1415
Contact Person: Kimberly Shelley
email address: shellkim@ycs.k12.pa.us
GED PREPERATION: Sites has free GED practice questions and study tips.

Additional Website: http://www.studyguidezone.com/gedtest.htm www.gedprepinfo.com
HEADSTART OF YORK COUNTY: Child development program for children age 3-5 years old. Services include range of education&early childhood development services combined with medical, dental, mental health, nutrition,&parent involvement. 18 locations throughout York County.

Headstart of York County
226 E. College Avenue
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-846-4600 ext. 266
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JEFFERSON RESOURCE CENTER: Computer lab open to public housing&section 8 residents of York Housing Authority. Computer classes&reading activities open to public.

Jefferson Resource Center
501 N. Pershing Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-854-9860
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JOB CORPS: For those 16 to 24 years of age; job counseling, skills testing, job training; GED, driver’s education and peer counseling.

Job Corps Admissions Office
2001 N. Front Street, Suite 335
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Phone: 717-233-7305
Fax: 717-233-8615
Job Corps
L.I.U. MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM: Provides services to children of migrant families; summer school, after school programs, in home education services.

Migrant Education Program
York County Field Office
517 Carlisle Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-854-4586
FAX: 717-854-1115
HTTP://MIGRANT.IU12.ORG
L.I.U., ADULT LEARNING CENTER: Offer to those 18 years and older. Adult Basic Education (0-8 grade level); General Educational Development (GED, 9-12 grades); English as a second language (ESL).

St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church
140 North Beaver Street
York, Pennsylvania 17403
Phone: 717-843-9489
Fax: 717-848-3631
LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE UNIT NO. 12: Services and special education for the learning disabled, physically handicapped, mentally retarded, autistic, hearing/visually impaired, socially/emotionally disturbed/speech and language impaired. Psychological testing and evalation of special needs children. Hearing problem diagnosis and recommendations. Preschool programs for special needs children.

Lincoln Intermediate Unit No. 12
65 Billerback Street
P.O. Box 70
New Oxford, PA 17350
Phone: 717-624-4616
http://www.iu12.org/
LOGOS ACADEMY: Christ-centered, intercultural, classical school located in downtown York, PA. Academic curriculum is creative, yet follows biblical truths. The school serves the educational needs of an intercultural, urban community by promoting spiritual, educational, intellectional, social,&emotional transformation of students to create leaders of the community.

East Campus - (Grades 4-8 - Main Office)
340 E. Market Street
York, PA 17403
717-846-4448
Fax: 717-846-9368

West Campus - (Grades K-3 - Advancement Office)
225 E. Market Street
York, PA 17403
717-848-9835
Fax: 717-843-0395
MANITO, INC.: Program for court adjudicated adolescents from 11 to 18 years of age; Day Treatment; Alternative Education; Counseling, drug and alcohol assessment, life skills, social skills. Provides individualized education programs in skill development, GED preparation and traditional academics. Additional fees for some programs. Also, insurance may cover some programs as well.

Helen Thackston Middle School
625 East Philadelphia Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-848-2255

Manito Madison Avenue Center
601 Madison Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-848-3224

Manito Keefauver Center
157 Lefever Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-337-1751
Visit Manito, Inc.
PARADISE SCHOOL FOR BOYS: Residential Treatment for Boys ages 12-17 who are referred through juvenile probation of the Office of Children and Youth. The treatment program includes case management, structured activities, therapeutic recreation, behavior management, psychiatric evaluations and medication management. For those with extreme difficulty in their social functioning. Partial hospitalization and residential treatment. Part of Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg.

Paradise School for Boys
6156 W. Canal Road
Abbottstown, PA 17301
Phone: 717-259-9537
Fax: 717-259-9262
Visit Paradise School for Boys
RED LAND COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC.: GED preparation, computer instruction, budget counseling and OVR services also done on-site.

Red Land Community Action Program, Inc.
308 Market Street
Lewisberry, PA 17339
Phone: 717-938-4621 Community Progress Council, Inc.
YORK -ADAMS ACADEMY: Alternative schooling, for those 17 years and older, wanting to receive their high school diploma. Application and entrance exam.

300 E. 7th Avenue
Suite 500
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-718-5836 York-Adams Academy
YORK COUNTY LITERACY COUNCIL: Adult Reading Program helps English-speaking adults improve their reading, writing, spelling and other basic skills. English as a Second Language (ESL) – classroom instruction with beginner to advanced levels to learn English.

York
800 East King Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-845-8719

Hanover
2 Library Place
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-5183 x 321
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YORK HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION, INC.: Christian support group for those parents who home school their children. Various meetings, activities, and newsletters.

York Home School Association, Inc.
110 Woodland Road
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-741-2566
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YORK LEARNING CENTER: 300 E. Seventh Ave.
York, PA 17404

Telephone: 717-801-1272

Public school facility of York and Adams County. Serves students with special needs (autistic, mental retardation, etc.) Part of LIU.

Special education classes (birth to 21 years). Diagnostic testing (birth through kidnergarten). Audiological testing. Hearing and vision services.
www.liu12.org
YORK SPANISH AMERICAN CENTER (YSAC): Case management; life skills training; English as a second language; computer training; GED instruction and vocational rehabilitation.

York Spanish American Center
200 East Princess Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-846-9434
Fax: 717-843-5722
Visit YSAC
YOUTHBUILD CHARTER SCHOOL / CRISPUS ATTUCKS: YouthBuild programs help low-income young people ages 16-24 work toward their GED or high school diploma, learn job skills and serve their communities by building affordable housing, and transform their own lives and roles in society.

605 S. Duke Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-848-3610 ext. 264
Visit YouthBuild Charter School

Employment/Job Training

CRISPUS ATTUCKS CENTER FOR EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING: 613 S. George St.
York, PA 17403

Telephone Number: 717-848-8857

Job search for unemployed minorities, marginally employable. Career counseling and goal setting. Interview techniques, resumes, applications review. Training program referrals; education and training; GED preparation; parenting skills. ELECT program for pregnant and parenting teens. Abstinence based initiative that uses simulators to educate youth about premature teen pregnancy/patenting; E.F.I., a program for teen fathers that educates a child developement, child safety, nutrition, GED preparation, and career exploration. www.crispusattucks.org
JOB CORPS: For those 16 to 24 years of age; job counseling, skills testing, job training; GED, driver’s education and peer counseling.

Job Corps Admissions Office
2001 N. Front Street, Suite 335
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Phone: 717-233-7305
Fax: 717-233-8615
OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION: Office of Vocational Rehabilitation

2550 Kingston Road
Suite 101
York, PA 17402

Telephone Number: 717-771-4407 or 1-800-762-6306

Eligible for people with disabilities that are interested with obtaining or keeping employment. Available services are: diagnastic services, vocational evaluation, counseling, restoration services, training and job placement. www.dli.state.pa.us
PA CAREERLINK ADAMS COUNTY: We help job seekers get on line, register on the CareerLink website, they type in their resumes and then we try to help them find jobs or possibly go for training if they are eligible. Our goal is to match jobseeker with the right employer.

PA CareerLink Adams County
150 V-Twin Drive
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-1173

Email: adams@pasec.org Visit PA CareerLink Adams County
PA CAREERLINK YORK COUNTY: Partnership of employment and training agencies.

PA CareerLink York County
841 Vogelsong Road
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-767-5709
Fax: 717-767-7625

Email: york@pasec.org Visit PA CareerLink York County
UNITED WAY - Drop in Center for the Unemployed: Information and referral services targeted to dislocated/unemployed persons. Sponsored by York-Adams Central Labor Council in cooperation with United Way of York County.

800 East King Street
York, PA 17405
Phone: 717-843-6688(# to leave a message)
717-843-0957 - General number
Fax: 717-843-4082

Visit United Way

Food/ Nutrition/ Breastfeeding

ANGEL FOOD MINISTRIES: Many Locations

Fourth United Methodist Church
1067 E. Market St.
York, PA 17403
717-854-6984
1-877-366-3646

Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing grocery relief and financial support to communities throughout the United States.

There are no qualifications, minimums, income restrictions, or applications.

Everyone is encouraged to participate.

Angel Food Ministries participates in the Food Stamp Program.

Distributes "Angel Food Boxes", which contain enough food to feed a family of 4 for 1 week. http://www.angelfoodministries.com/
CATHOLIC HARVEST FOOD PANTRY: 628 East Market Street
York, PA 17403-1605
717-846-8571

Email Address: catholicharvestfoodpantry@verizon.net

Food distribution to families.

Can help with access/registration for food services.

Provides clothing&household items to registered families.
CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA FOOD BANK: Telephone Number: 717-564-1700

Food distribution (government program)

Has list of agencies/pantries to get food. Long List.

2 ways to search:

Click on "Agency support", then scroll through listings
Enter zip code (box at top of page)&click "search" (only gives agencies in that zip code). Central PA Food Bank
CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM: Pennsylvania CACFP, NSLP, SFSP, CSFP
State Director
Food and Nutrition
Department of Education
Bureau of Budget and Fiscal Management
333 Market Street
4th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17176-0333

Telephone # 717-787-7698

Make food more affordable to low income families. 2.9 million children a day receive snacks as part of their daily care. www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/care/
COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM: 333 Market Street
4th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333

Administered by York Food Bank
Telephone # 717-846-6435

Help low income pregnant/BF mothers, infants, children up to 6 (and people above 60 years old) by supplementing diet with continuous USDA commodity food. www.fns.usda.gov/fdd/programs/csfp
FOOD PANTRY CLEARINGHOUSE: Food Pantries located at various sites throughout the county.

717-846-8899

Hotline to connect clients with local food pantries.

Only open 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
NSLP NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM PLUS SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF YORK: 333 Market Street
4th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333

Telephone # 717-845-3571

Nutritionally balanced low cost (or fee) food to public&non-profit private schools each school day.
www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/lunch
OUR DAILY BREAD: Our Daily Bread
331 S. George Street
York, PA 17401

Telephone Number: 717-848-1674
PENN STATE COOPERATIVE EXTENSION (NUTRITION LINKS PROGRAM): Penn State Cooperative Extension (Nutrition Links Program)

112 Pleasant Acres Drive
York, PA 17402

Telephone: 717-840-7408

Contact People: Lenelle Roberts or Terri Rentzel

This Pennsylvania State Cooperative Extension program delivers research-based information and education to resource stressed households with children residing. We deliver our program in community group settings to help Pennsylvanians make better nutrition and health decisions. The results are strong, nurturing families; healthy, thriving children; and positive youth development. Nutrition Education Program classes are offered in a wide variety of community settings, including food pantries, WIC clinics, senior citizen centers, day care centers, shelters, migrant centers, summer camps, low income housing, and more. PENN STATE COOPERATIVE EXTENSION -
WEST END LOCAL LINK (W.E.L.L.): Food pantry with baby care items and formula; children and adult clothing; financial assistance for prescriptions and medical needs.

W.E.L.L.
York County Council of Churches Building
595 W. Market Street
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-852-7345
WOMEN INFANTS CHILDREN (WIC): Nutrition information and supplemental foods for pregnant or breastfeeding women, infants and children under age five.

Must meet income guidelines.

Community Progress Council, Inc.
WIC Program
130 West Market Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-843-7942
Fax: 717-843-9560
Visit WIC
YORK COUNTY FOOD BANK, INC.: 254 West Priness Street
York, PA 17401

Regional distributor for food donations - Not a food pantry.

Web site contains a list of distribution sites (dozens of them) for food (click on "members") www.yorkfoodbank.org/members.htm

Low Cost Health Care/Insurance

ACCESS - Dept. of Public Welfare: 130 North Duke Street
#2
York, PA 17401-1113

Telephone: 1-717-771-1100 or 1-800-991-0929

Department of Public Welfare has many programs and resources to help individuals and families live healthier lives. The Access card can be issued to those eligible for medical assistance. The card is a way for medical providers to verify eligibility for medical services. www.dpw.state.pa.us
CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program): Telephone Number: 1-800-986-KIDS (5437)

CHIP is Pennsylvania's program to provide health insurance to all uninsured children&teens who are not eligible for or enrolled in medical assistance. An application can be completed on line, by phone, or by mail. www.chipcoverspakids.com
Healthy York Network (HYN): 116 S. George Street
Suite 101
York, PA 17401

Family First Health
1275 York Road
Suite 17
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Telephone: (York) 1-717-812-2990 or 1-800-429-2430
Telephone: (Adams) 1-717-334-0206

Email: HYN@Wellspan.org

Healthy York Network is a group of partners working to improve access to healthcare for those who are uninsured&underinsured in the York/Adams area. There is no fee to belong to HYN and people in the program will receive discounts from doctors in the program. Applications can be obtained on-line or at above address. Proof of income and copies of household bills are needed to apply. www.HEALTHYYORKNETWORK.ORG
Medicaid Sites: Unison
Telephone: 1-412-858-4000
Website: www.unisonhealthplan.com

Gateway
Member Elegibility Telephone: 1-800-642-3515
Member Service Telephone: 1-800-392-1147
Website: www.gatewayhealthplan.com

AmeriHealth Mercy
MADN Telephone: 1-877-693-8271
Member Service Telephone: 1-888-991-7200
Website: www.amerihealthmercy.com

UPMC For You
Prospective Member Telephone: 1-888-424-2972
Member Services Telephone: 1-800-286-4242
Website: www.upmchealthplan.com/members/foryou

AETNA
Telephone: 1-800-435-8742
Website: www.aetna.com

List of telephone numbers and websites for medicaid providers in our area. Please contact them for more information.

Housing/Utilities

ACCESS YORK: Access York

634 S. George St.
York, PA 17401-3131

Telephone: 717-846-5400 or 1-800-262-8444

Sponsored by the YWCA, this program provides food&shelter for victims of domestic violence for up to 30 days. Other services include crisis intervention and ongoing counseling. Men, women&children are eligible. ywcayork.org/victim-services
BELL BRIDGE HOUSING: Bell Bridge Housing

852 E. Market Street
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-771-9347 or 717-848-5767 or 717-845-9536

Provides transitional housing for homeless individuals who have a source of income&have not been convited of a violent crime or require a drug/alcohol treatment program. This program provides housing, budget counseling,&educational workshop for up to one year. Require $300.00 Inventory/Security deposit + program fee of 30% of monthly income. bellsocialization.com/services/housing-supports
BELL FAMILY SHELTER: Bell Family Shelter

852 E. Market St.
York, PA

Telephone: 717-845-9536

Provides emergency shelter for families for up to 30 days. Also provides food and clothing and can house up to 40 people per night. During this time, support staff help their residents find permanent housing.

bellsocializtion.com/services/housing-supports
CITY OF YORK - BUREAU OF HOUSING SERVICES: Low interest loan program to City residents who own their home and want to make home improvements. Assistance to first time homebuyers with their down payment and closing cost when buying a property in the City of York.

Department of Community Development
Bureau of Housing Services
City of York
1 Marketway West, 3rd Floor
York, Pennsylvania 17401
Phone: 717-849-2292
Fax: 717-849-2329
Visit City of York - Bureau of Housing Services
COMMUNITY PROGRESS COUNCIL: Telephone #: 717-846-4600
HOUSING ALLIANCE OF YORK: Rental assistance, delinquent mortgage counseling, homeowners emergency mortgage assistance program, loss mitigation, family savings account program, tenant/landlord rights and responsibilities workshop, mediation disputes counseling, down payment and closing cost assistance programs, first time homebuyer evaluation.

Housing Alliance of York
35 S. Duke Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-854-1541
Visit Housing Alliance of York
YMCA RESIDENCE: Housing Opportunities for men, women or families at the York YMCA. SRO units furnished and with a phone in room. Six emergency rooms and Section 8 rooms available. Drug and Alcohol Counseling and Case Managment available. SMB and Historic Fairmount Apartments; low-income, Section 8 accepted.

York YMCA
Men's Residence
310 W. Philadelphia Street
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-854-7219 ext 4702
Visit YMCA Men's Residence
YORK AREA DEVELOPMENT CORP/DELPHIA MANAGEMENT CORP: York Area Development Corp (YADC) is a non-profit housing development corporation that has rehabbed/constructed affordable housing units throughout York County. Delphia Management Corp manages approximately 400 of these rental units for low-income families, elderly, handicapped, and disabled persons.

York Area Development Corporation
118 N George Street, #200
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-846-5139
YORK COUNTY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS: All housing programs are for low-income households.
Home Improvement Program: This program provides financing for the rehabilitation of owner occupied dwellings which require certain improvements to order to correct substandard conditions.
Home Modification Program: A grant program which access home modifications for people with disabilities. This program is administered by the Center of Independent Living Opportunities, Inc.
First time Homebuyers Program: This program provides a forgivable loan for down payment and closing costs to eligible County residents to purchase their first home.
Weatherization Program: this grant program is designed to reduce heating and cooling costs by improving the energy efficiency to their homes.

York County Planning Commission
28 East Market Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-771-9870
Visit York County Planning Commission
YORK PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY: York Public Housing Authority

31 S. Broad St.
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-845-2601

A federal program that provides rental housing assistance for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities. With this program, residents pay less than 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent&utilities. Eligibility criteria include income eligibility, housekeeping, rental history, criminal history&Financial responsiblity. www.yorkhousingauthority.com
YORK RESCUE MISSION - MEN'S MINISTRIES: York Rescue Mission - Men's Ministries

367 W. Market St.
York, PA 17403

Christian non-profit organization that provides services for men who are homeless or want to resolve their problems with alcohol or drugs. The Transient Care Programs serves as an emergency shelter for men, providing chapel, shelter, meals&clothing. The Spiritual Life Recovery Program is a 16 week work orientated program for men&drug or alcohol addiction, providing conseling, recovery sessions, bible study&chapel. www.yorkrescuemission.org
YORK RESCUE MISSION - WOMEN'S MINISTRY: York Rescue Mission - Women's Ministry

17 Jefferson Avenue
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-845-5947

Religious based non-profit organization for women&children that provides emergency shelter, food, clothing&counseling. There are also 30 day&bridging (1-6 months) programs for families who need assistance. These programs provide transitional housing, bible study&facilitate involvement with a church or mentor. Require 75% of income put into personal savings. yorkrescuemission.org/index.php?pID=10

Immigration/Refugee Services

CATHOLIC CHARITIES - IMMIGRATION&REFUGEE SERVICES: Catholic Charities - Immigration&Refugee Services

Catholic Charities Immigration and Refugee Services helping refugees in their process of resettlement in USA. Our clients are referred to us by our main office in Washington, DC. We are not taking referrals from anyone else. We are helping them with housing, furniture, job search, case management. But, once again, this program is designed ONLY for refugees that USCCB Washington send to us.

we can help Asylum granted individuals if they come to us within 31 day s after they get asylum status. They should bring a proof of this status which is letter received by USCIS and/or I-94 document. We have in the house employment services and ESL services - they are helping refugees and asylees that are in the USA for no more than 5 years. But these clients should be in this area. They do not have classes or job activities in York or Adams Counties.

Telephone: 717-232-0568
4800 Union Deposit Rd.
Harrisburg, PA 17111

catholiccharities@hbgdiocese.org
Early Intervention Services: Early Intervention is provided for children from birth - 3 years old who are at risk for having disabilities or a delay. Each child is evaluated home-based education, physical, speech and occupational therapy for infants and toddlers.

100 W. Market Street
Suite 301
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-771-9618 x325 for referrals

Easter Seals Central PA - Speech Therapy, Interpreting Services&Recreation
2550 Kingston Road
Suite 219
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-741-3891

Early Intervention Services
Family First Health: Provides medical/dental services for the underserved including illegal immigrants and uninsured patients.

116 South George Street
York, PA 17401
717-846-6776 or 717-846-5846 Family First Health
HEALTH CONNECT VAN: Health Connect Van

Telephone: 717-851-1689

Community based program that provides free health services to the uninsured with the intention of connecting them to medical services&health care programs for which they may be eligible. Health Connect Van
HEALTHY YORK NETWORK: Healthy York Network

116 S. George St.
Suite 101
York, PA 17401
Telephone: 717-812-2990

A community based program designed to provide medical care to people who are uninsured or underinsured. This program facilitates access to a primary care physician as well as some specialty services.
healthyyorknetwork.org
KEYSTONE FARMWORKER PROGRAMS: Keystone Farmworker Programs

1030A Fairfield Rd.
Gettysburg, PA 17325-7241

Telephone: 717-334-0001 or 717-217-6004

A program that funds free clinics to provide medical care to low income people or for homeless individuals. Located at various sites throughout Adams County. Some require a small fee or donation. Also offer mental health&substance abuse services. keystonehealth.org/farmprog.htm
LEGAL ORIENTATION PROGRAM - PENNSYLVANIA IMMIGRATION RESOURCE CENTER: Legal Orientation Program - Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center

50 Mt. Zion Road
York, PA 17402

Telephone: 717-600-8099
Contact: Angela Eather - ext. 202

Funded by the Department of Justice/Executive Office of Immigration Review, this program educates detainees on immigration law and facilitates access to legal resources. The Legal Orientation Program provides group legal orientations, individual legal consultations, self-help workshops, and pro-bono referrals for people who are detained&at risk of removal from the United States. www.pirclaw.org/programs.html
SPANISH AMERICAN CENTER: Promote self sufficiency and independence. Promote hispanic participation in public and private enterprise. Provides services in: English as second language and G.E.D. instruction.

200 East Princes Street
York, PA 17403
717-846-9434 Spanish American Center

Legal Services

ATTORNEY CONNECTION - LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE: Attorney Connection will refer you to an attorney experienced in the field of law that meets your legal needs. At the time of the referral you will pay a $50 fee by credit card that guarantees you a 30 minute consultation with the attorney. Following the consultation if you decide to hire the attorney for further representation additional attorney fees apply. Some lawyers do speak other languages, but it would be necessary for someone to corrdinate referral through the attorney connection. Referrals can be done over the phone or completed electronectaly by sending an email&providing necessary information outlinedo n the webpage.

York County Bar Association
137 E Market Street
York, PA
Phone: 717-854-8755
Fax: 717-843-8766
Visit York County Bar Association
MIDPENN LEGAL SERVICE: MidPenn Legal Services is a private non-profit public interest law firm dedicated to providing equal access to justice and high quality legal services for low income persons,survivors of domestic violence, custody, housing, and access to medical care in central Pennsylvania, including York and Adams County. Domestic violence victims are elegible for service without regard to their income. Must meet certain income criteria to qualify for services, unless you are a victim of domesti violence.

MidPenn Legal Service
29 North Queen Street
York, PA 17403-2058
Phone: 717-848-3605
Fax: 717-854-5431

128 Breckenridge Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-7624
Fax: 717-334-0863
Visit MidPenn Legal Services
Public Defender Office: York County Judicial Center
3rd Floor
45 North George Street
York, PA 17401
717-771-9217
Fax: 717-771-4759

Public services offered to represent people with criminal offenses who meet certain income criteria. For juveniles there is an automatic referral process through juvenile probation and there are no income restrictions. For adults they must apply in person at the office. Hours for referral are: Monday 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.&1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Wednesday 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.&1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.. Court documents and income verification is needed for application. Interpretors are available though the court house. www.york-county.org/departments/pubdef/pub-def.htm

Literacy

Adams County Library System: 140 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
717-334-5716

Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Libraries: Gettysburg Library, Bookmobile, New Oxford Area Library, East Berlin Community Library, Harbaugh-Thoman Library, Fairfield Library, Littlestown Library Adams Library
Curthie Memorial Library: 2 Library Place
Hanover, PA 17331
717-632-5183
Dover Area Community Library: 3700-3 Davisburg Rd.
Dover, PA 17315
717-292-6814

Closed on Sunday

Email: dolib@yorklibraries.org
Kaltreider-Benfer Library: 147 South Charles Street
Red Lion, PA 17356
717-244-3032

Library Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Public computers available.
Weekly children's program - story time - 3 - 5 years - on Tuesday
1/2 hour Session books, songs, fingerplays - Toddler Time
18 months - 3 years - 20 minutes - Wednesday
Baby Time - Birth - 18 months - Thursday
Literacy Council Of York County: 800 East King Street
York, PA 17403
717-845-8719

2 Library Place
Hanover, PA 17331
717-632-5183 www.yorkliteracy.org
LIU 12: 65 Billerbeck Street
New Oxford, PA 17350
Telephone: 717-624-4616

York County Field Office
517 Carlisle Ave.
York, PA 17404
Telephone: 717-854-4586

www.liu12.org
Martin Library: 159 East Market Street
York, PA
717-846-5300

Library Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday&Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Open Sunday October 11, 2009 - April 25, 2010 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Reach Out And Read: Reach out and Read is a national non-profit organization that promotes early literacy by giving new books to children in pediatric exam rooms across the country. The organization also emphasizes to parents the importance of reading aloud to children to promote children's developmental skills and success in school.

Reach Out and Read
56 Roland Street
Suite 100D
Boston, MA 02129
617-455-0600
York County Libraries - Story times around the County: Libraries throughout York County offer story times for all ages, some even starting at birth. Your child can listen, learn, make crafts and maybe even read to a fuzzy pal. Most story times do require pre-registration, but this is no charge for the story time.

Martin Library
159 East Market Street
York, PA 17401
717-846-5300 www.yorklibraries.org/programs/storytime/index.htm
York County Libraries - Summer Reading Club: Begins in June. More information available soon.

York County Libraries - Summer Reading Club
159 East Market Street
York, PA 17401
717-846-5300

www.yorklibraries.org www.yorklibraries.org
York County Literacy Council: The York County Literacy Council provides literacy services to adults of York County. Programs include english as a second laguage, adult reading programs to help improve reading, writing, spelling, book clubs, computer aided classes, and tutoring. Some programs require registration.

York Country Literacy Council
800 East King Street
York, PA 17403
717-845-8719
Email: info@yorkliteracy.org
YORK LITERACY OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL REHAB SERVICES: 2550 Kingston Road
Suite 101
York, PA 17402
Telephone: 717-771-4407 or 1-800-762-6306

Vocational evaluation, conseling, training for persons with disabilities.

Behavior/ Counseling/ Addiction

ADAMS-HANOVER COUNSELING SERVICES, INC.: A broad range of outpatient services are offered including evaluation, individual, group, family therapy and behavior management. Strengths are recognized and skills developed to address problem areas.

Adams-Hanover Counseling Services, Inc.
625 W. Elm Avenue
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-4900
Crisis Phone Number - 717-851-5320

44 S. Franklin Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-9111

73 E. Forrest Ave.
Suite 312
Shrewsbury, PA 17361
Phone: 717-235-0199

5 Pendyrus Street
Delta, PA 17314
Phone: 717-406-5578

1195 Roosevelt Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-843-0866
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AMAZING KIDS CLUB - AUTISM: Autism Day Treatment Program “The Amazing Kids’ Club” is a specialized autism treatment program held in the Center for Childhood enhancement. Then center uses research based treatment modalities from Applied Behavior Analysis and Relationship therapies. The curricula will focus on the main domains of development: play skills, socialization skill, communication skills, and safety /self-help skills. Treatment plans will be developed by highly trained Clinical Coordinators and will focus on individual and group goals. Family participation is a key to success. The on-site center would be available to children and adolescents on the Autism Spectrum, ages 2 to 18 (21 if still in school).

Center of Childhood Enhancement
33 Frederick Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-4900 ext. 2119
Autism York: Autism York
P.O. Box 7322
York, PA 17404

Telephone Number: 717-801-1272

Mission to provide support to individuals on the autism spectrum, parents, families, and friends. Offers opportunities for affected children and families.

Monthly Meetings:
1) Autism Support (3rd Monday)
2) South York (New for 2012)
3) Asperger nights (1st Thursday)
4) Adult ASD Group (4th Monday) Autism York
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REHAB SERVICES (BHRS): Mobile therapy and behavior specialist; TSS; stepping stones, after school program for children with autism diagnoses

Behavioral Health Rehab Services
651 Albright Avenue
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-846-4490

1919B Emmitsburg Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-339-0669
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REHABILITATION SERVICES (BHRS): BHRS services are a child-focused, intensive, short-term, and home-based therapeutic family intervention. The goal of this program is to treat children and adolescents with intensive therapeutic needs in the child’s natural setting. Trained professionals provide the prescribed services need to the child and family.

Adams-Hanover Counseling Services, Inc.
625 W. Elm Avenue
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-4900
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REHABILITATION SERVICES (BHRS) & OUTPATIENT SERVICES: T.W. Ponessa and Associates Counseling Services provide confidential and comprehensive assessment, intervention and treatment for individuals in all phases of life, pre-school through senior years, experiencing a variety of mental health disorders.

T.W. Ponessa & Associates Counseling Services
2845 Eastern Boulevard
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-840-6444
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BELL SOCIALIZATION SERVICES: Provides quality mental health, mental retardation and shelter services in York and Adams counties. It is our mission to provide an environment of support and empowerment where people can improve their quality of living.

Bell Socialization Services
160 S. George Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-848-5767
Fax: 717-854-2433
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CATHOLIC CHARITIES COUNSELING SERVICES: Outpatient mental health services; licensed as an outpatient psychiatric clinic.

Catholic Charities Counseling Services
253 E. Market Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-845-2696
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CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY AT THE LEHMAN CENTER: Art Therapy/Counseling for children and adolescents ages 3 to 18. Parent support group for educational and support of at-risk parents. Crisis respite nursery to provide short term (day and overnight) care for children, birth through 6 years, who are at-risk for neglect/abuse or children whose families are in a crisis and needs assistance with child care. Case management links at-risk families to community resources and provides monthly home visits to clients.

The Lehman Center
400 W. Market Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-845-5771
Fax: 717-852-7605
24 hour hotline - 1-800-635-6619
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COMMUNITY COUNSELING SERVICES, LLC: Outpatient mental health, drug and alcohol clinic. We provide service for children, adolescents and adults. We also have psychiatry.

Community Counseling Services, LLC
239 W. Philadelphia Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-845-2425
CORNERSTONE COUNSELING AND EDUCATION SERVICES: 11 York Street
Suite 201
Hanover, PA 17331

717-632-6555

Contact Person: Sharon Dee

The organization includes substance abuse treatment services on an outpatient basis to adolescents. The organization has contracts with local school districts including Southwestern, Littlestown, Delone Catholic, and Bermudian Springs to do individual evaluations, in-classroom education on substance abuse, group counseling and individual counseling.
CRISIS INTERVENTION: York Hospital Emergency Department
1001 S. George St.
York, PA 17405

717-851-5320

Crisis workers not bilingual - use translators of York Hospital.

Evaluation of patients of all ages to determine need for inpatient psychiatric admission. If inpatient hospitilization is needed for a patient, crisis intervention will do the necessary referral to the inatient psychiatric unit that will accept the patient. Crisis also makes referrals to partial hospitilization programs. Service available through York Hospital Emergency Department. No counseling is done through this service: only evaluation and referral. Provides information and referral for drug and alcohol rehab.
CROSS ROADS COUNSELING (ADAMS-HANOVER COUNSELING SERVICES, INC.): A broad range of outpatient services are offered including evaluation, individual, group, family therapy and behavior management. Strengths are recognized and skills developed to address problem areas.

Cross Roads Counseling
1195 Roosevelt Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-843-0800

73 E. Forrest Avenue
Shrewsbury, PA 17361
Phone: 717-235-0199

5 Pendyrus Street, Suite 2
Delta, PA 17314
Phone: 717-456-5559
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DRUG AND ALCOHOL PROGRAM: Our mission is to serve, with respect, individuals in our community with substance abuse problems in order to enhance their quality of life and provide an opportunity to reach their fullest potential.

York/Adams Drug and Alcohol Program
3410 E. Market Street
York, PA 17402
Phone 840-4207
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DUAL DIAGNOSIS OUTPATIENT COUNSELING: Therapy for children and or family; psychiatric evaluations; and medication management.

Dual Diagnosis Outpatient Counseling
651 Albright Avenue
York, PA 17401
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EDUCATION - INFORMATION AND REFERRAL: Provides informational and educational materials for families; advocacy and guidance in negotiating the mental health system. Educational presentations for classrooms K-12, teacher’s in-services and PTA/PTO’s.
Mental Health America of York & Adams Counties
36 S. Queen Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-843-6973

304 York Street, Suite F
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-339-0511
HOFFMAN HOMES FOR YOUTH: Residential program for children ages 6 to 18 with a mental health diagnosis. The child must have psychiatric recommendation for placement in a residential treatment facility.

Hoffman Homes for Youth
P.O. Box 4777
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-359-7148
Fax: 717-359-2600
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LUTHERAN COUNSELING SERVICES (LCS): LCS is an outpatient, professional counseling program. The Staff serve a broad spectrum of clients inculding children, couples and families. A range of presenting issues are addressed which focus typically on depression, anxiety, conduct problems and adjustment to life stressors. All counseling staff possesses a Masters Degree and most are state licensed. We are open to all faiths or no faith in our mission.

Lutheran Counseling Services
St. Mark's Lutheran Church
129 Charles Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-633-1227

St. James Lutheran Church
109 York Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-357-1328
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MENTAL HEALTH -MENTAL RETARDATION: Case management services for residents with diagnoses of mental retardation or serious to persistent mental illness.

York/Adams Mental Health-Mental Retardation
11 Carlisle Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-8042

Find MHMR under wellspan.org link www.wellspan.org
MENTAL HEALTH DROP-IN CENTER / YORK'S HELPING HANDS: A minority based culturally compliant consumer driven adult and youth mental health drop-in center. The center provides referrals, case management, peer to peer support, counseling, support groups, social activities, children’s station, laundry facilities, computer training center, mail box center and access to mobile medical van.

York's Helping Hands
412 West King Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-846-9275
Questions: Yorkshelpinghand@comcast.net

Veterans Thrift Store
Telephone: 717-846-6035
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NAMI - PARENT ADVISORY FORUM: NAMI - Parent Advisory Forum

Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Dallastown Area High School (Enter back door #2) - 6:30-8:00 p.m.

This group is for parents, grandparents, or foster parents of a special needs child. Dinner and childcare are provided. For more information call Tracy Holmes at (717) 843-6973 ext. 118.
OLIVIA'S HOUSE: 830 S. George St.
York, PA 17403

717-699-1133

Olivia’s House: A Grief and Loss Center for Children

Olivia’s House is an organization of caregiving professionals and volunteers committed to supporting grieving children. It’s purpose is to facilitate healing through grief and loss education. This is accomplished by providing no-cost services such as: Educational and social support program for grieving pre-school, elementary, middle and high school aged and young adults and their caregivers; Individual and family grief counseling referrals to qualified professionals; Grief education programs to schools, caregiving professionals, and other helping organizations; A public lending library containing resources on children’s grief.

Contact Person: Clinical Director of Programming – program@oliviashouse.org

Facebook Olivias house for webinars. www.oliviashouse.org
PENNSYLVANIA COMPREHENSIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (PCBH): Founded in 2002. In 2003, developed the (Wrap around) or (Behavioral Health Rehabilitative Services) for children, adolescents, and their families. Provides outpatient mental health services to adults, adolescents and children. Services include outpatient therapy for individuals, families, and groups, medication management, BHR services and advocate services.

Pennsylvania Comprehensive Behavioral Health
1651 Mt. Zion Road
York, PA 17406
Phone: 717-600-0900
Fax: 717-600-0910
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PENNSYLVANIA COUNSELING SERVICES: Provides mental health and addiction services from both a psychological and spiritual perspective. Programs are offered to adults, adolescents and children. Services include, critical incident management services job care EAP, outpatient psychiatry services, renaissance prevention program, criminal justice services, student services, family based mental health services and CHRS (warp around services). Offers community-based counseling programs.

Pennsylvania Counseling Services
128 N. George Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-848-6116

26 Mt. Zion Road
York, PA, 17402
Phone: 717-840-0984
Children's Services: 717-854-6800

334 York Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-337-0026
Children's Services: 717-337-0751
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PHILHAVEN - YORK CHILD & ADOLESCENT DAY HOSPITAL PROGRAM: Provides intensive daily therapeutic and psycho educational treatment for youth, ages 5-19, who have severe emotional or behavioral discontrol, such that they may become a danger to themselves or others. The program provides group, individual, and family sessions with the participation of a child-adolescent psychiatrist, a nurse, a certified teacher, therapist/administrator and counselors. Accepts Medical Assistance.

Philhaven
1245A W. Princess Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-845-2482
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POSTPARTUM SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL (PSI): 6706 SW 54TH Avenue
Portland, OR 97219
1-503-894-9453
1-800-944-4773

Established in 1987 with Headquarters in Portland, OR.

Purpose is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum.

Website for postpartum support and education. Toll-free helpline and online support groups.
http://www.postpartum.net/
PRESSLEY RIDGE: 141 East Market Street
York, PA 17401

Phone: 717-845-6624

Inhouse Biliningual Services available. Does accept Medical Assistance.

Provides outpatient&mental health services.

School based outpatient program. www.pressleyridge.org
SOUTHERN COMMUNITY SERVICES: Provide social services and support for residents of Southern York County which educate and empower members of the local communities to achieve a greater level of independence. Case management, food distribution senior programming, youth committees, counseling, government, utilities and private programs available. Biliningual Services not available. Human Services program accepts Medical Assistance.

It is an affiliate of Penn-Mar Human Services.

Southern Community Services
44 S. Main Street
Shrewsbury, PA 17361
Phone: 717-227-0048

Penn-Mar North
10671 Susquehanna Trail
Glen Rock, PA 17327
Telephone: 717-235-8068
Fax: 717-235-9878
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS YORK COUNTY (SOYC): Special Olympics is a year-round sports training and competition program offered free to any individual 8 years or older who has some form of mental retardation or cognitive delay. York County has 13 sports at different venues all over York County. All volunteer services.

Special Olympics York County
P.O. Box 333
Dover, PA 17315
Phone: 717-846-1881
1-866-377-7692
Fax: 717-846-1870

Information: info@specialolympicsyorkcounty.org
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WELLSPAN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OUTPATIENT: At WellSpan Health, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and mental health professionals combine efforts to provide the most appropriate level of behavioral health care for people of all ages: children, adolescents and adults. Together, these individuals work in conjunction with area physicians, schools, businesses, governmental agencies, and social service organizations to address all aspects of mental health and addiction disorders. Offers treatment for a variety of mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, phobia, PTSD, schizophrenia, substance abuse and mood disorders.

To make sure that individuals can access assessment, diagnosis and treatment and referral to the most appropriate level of care, WellSpan Behavioral Health offers a variety of outpatient services at locations throughout south central Pennsylvania. Services include individual therapy, family and group counseling and medication management by a psychiatrist. Biliningual Services not available. For adults they accept medical assistance on Tuesdays.

Most of their offices have been consolidated to provide better care and access.

WellSpan Behavioral Health (Gettysburg)
40V Twin Drive
Suite 202
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-339-2710
Fax: 717-339-2711

WellSpan Behavioral Health (Shrewsbury/New Freedom)
WellSpan Health Center
781 Far Hills Drive
New Freedom, PA 17349
Phone: 717-812-2560
Fax: 717-812-2569

WellSpan Behavioral Health (York)
Child and Adolescent Services
Meadowlands Center
3550 Concord Road
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-851-6340

WellSpan Behavioral Health (York)
Delphic Medical Center
1600 South George Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 812-4200

WellSpan Behavioral Health (York)
at Edgar Square
1101 South Edgar Street, Suite A
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-851-1500

WellSpan Behavioral Health Therapy)York
Adult and Geriatric Services
Meadowlands Center
3550 Concord Road
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-851-6340
Accepts Medical Assistance.

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YORK/ADAMS COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPS: NAMI: York #1 - Evening - Meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at Luther Memorial Evangelical Luthern Church - 1907 Hollywood Drive, York, PA 7:30-9:30 PM. For more information, call 717-848-3784.

NAMI: York #2 - Daytime - Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 140 Roosevelt Avenue, 2nd floor conference room - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. For more information, call 717-848-3784.

NAMI: New Freedom - Meets the 3rd Monday of each month at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 175 E. Main Street, New Freedom, PA - 7:30 - 9:00 PM. For more information, call Pat at 717-227-0211 or 717-848-3784.

NAMI: Hanover - Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at St. Mark's Church, 123 N. Charles Street, Hanover, PA - 7:00 - 9:00 PM. For more information, call Rodger Leister at 717-637-3456.

Black Women Mental Illness&Recovery - Meets every Wednesday at York Helping Hands, 412 W. King Street, York, PA - 6:00 - 7:00 PM. For more information, call 717-846-9275.

Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Asbury United Methodist Church, 340 E. Market Street, York, 7:00 - 8:00 PM. Call 843-0733, ext. 237.

MHA Sponsored Support Groups

Bipolar - Meets the 1st Monday of each month at Luther Memorial Evangelical Luthern CHurch - 1907 Hollywood Drive, York, PA 7:30 - 9:00 PM. For more information, call 717-843-6973.

Depression and Anxiety - Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at Mental Health America - 204 York Street, Suite F, Gettysburg, PA - 6:45 - 8:00 PM. For more information, call 717-339-0511.

Family and Friends - Meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Mental Health America - 204 York Street,Suite F, Gettysburg, PA - 6:45 - 8:00 PM. For more information, call 717-339-0511.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) -Meets the 4th Monday of each month at Luther Memorial Evangelical Luthern Church - 1907 Hollywood Drive, York, PA - 7:30-9:00 PM. For more information, call 717-843-6973.

Spanish Depression and Anxiety Group #1 - Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at the Spanish American Center at Manos Unidas in Gettysburg - 6:00 -7:30 PM. For more information, call 717-339-0511.

Spanish Depression and Anxiety Group #2 - Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Wellness Center in Hanover - 6:00 - 7:30 PM. For more information, call 717-339-0511.
YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAMS, INC.: Offers an extensive selection of programs and services to a wide range of clients. Included among Youth Advocates’ various programs are community based advocacy, family-support programming, mental retardation, waiver programs, behavioral health, and autism services. Youth advocacy programs has the ability to tailor any of its programs to meet the needs of the agency and /or population is serves. Biliningual Services available. Child should have access card. Children behavioral therapy.

It is a national program operating 16 states and Washington, DC.

Youth Advocate Progrmas, Inc.
907 Roosevelt Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-843-9555
Fax: 717-845-1502

2060 Spring Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-337-0121
Fax: 717-337-0673
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Parenting/Foster Care/Adoption

ELECT: 613 S. George St.
York, PA 17403

717-848-8857
Fax: 717-843-3914

Program is for pregnant and parenting teens usually incorporated into school curriculum where once weekly program participants speak to target group&teach life skills (parenting, hygene, SIDS, pregnancy prevention, self-esteem, etc.) also provide contact info. for services (WIC, child care consultants, stress edu., etc.) Also has incentive programs for getting free diapers, wipes and milk. Teens introduced to program usually stay in program until graduating from high school or self termination. Each year in September, coordinators reach out to schools regarding program.

Currently involved with following schools:
York City
Manitou
Youth Build Charter School
William Penn
Spring Grove
Northeastern
ELECT (Education Leading to Employment & Career Training): Pregnancy Resources and Program assists pregnant and parenting students up to age 22 to complete their high school education. Individual and group support services available. Intensive case management.

Crispus Attucks Center for Employment & Training
605 S. Duke Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-848-3610
Fax: 717-843-3914
Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Spanish Available. Visit ELECT - Crispus Attucks
FAMILY-CHILD RESOURCES, INC.: Parenting Helpline: answer questions and concerns about everyday parenting. Parenting groups, Parental coaching, information and support in the home with infants birth to 1 year old, matched with volunteer of staff person. Custody workshop for parents separating or going through a divorce. Early Intervention Information.

Parenting help-line: 717-600-1166 or 1-866-600-1166

Family-Child Resources, Inc.
3995 E. Market Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-757-1227
Fax: 717-757-1353 Visit Family-Child Resources, Inc.
HUMAN LIFE SERVICES: 742 S. George St.
York, PA 17409
Telephone: 717-846-2384

Offer parenting classes. Offer clothing&furnishings for mother&baby. Referrals for medical, legal, social services&adoptive assistance.
MOMS CLUB OF YORK: Support group for at-home mothers and their children. Activities vary monthly; playgroup, trips and park days.
Additonal Fees: $25.00 Annual Membership Dues

Moms Club of York
EAST
Eastminster Presbyterian Chuyrch
311 Haines Road
York, PA 17402
Website: http://momsclubyorkeast.com

WEST
Zion Methodist Church
1030 Carlisle Avenue
York, PA 17404
Website: www.orgsites.com/pa/momsclubyorkwest
MOMS OF YORK COUNTY: Moms of York County

Contact Person: Jennifer S.
Additional Fees: $10.00 Annual Membership

Members only organization for moms with children ages infant through 5. 10-20 activities a month. Message board for mothers. Membership required to enter site content.
www.meetup.com/MoYoMommies - www.meetup.com/MoYoMommies
MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES YORK (M.O.M.Y.): Support group for mothers or guardians of multiples.

St. Paul's Luthern Church
25 W. Springettsbury Ave.
York, PA 17403
MOTHERS OF TWINS AND TRIPLETS, HANOVER: Support and information for mothers, and expecting mothers, of multiples.

St. Paul Lutheran Church
1214 Broadway
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-637-1983
MOTHERS OF TWINS AND TRIPLETS, YORK WHITE ROSE: Support and information for mothers and expecting mothers of multiples.

Mt. Zion United Church of Christ
1054 Ridgewood Road
York, PA
Email: twinsmomsclub@yahoo.com www.twinmomsclub.com
MOTHERS' CENTER OF HANOVER: Meet other moms and share time with them through groups and events. Playgroups for children under 6 years of age; children events and monthly newsletter.

South Hanover YMCA
1013 Baltimore Street
Hanover, PA 17331
1-877-939-6667 Visit Mothers' Center of Hanover
NURSE FAMILY PARTNERSHIP: 116 S. George St.
York, PA 17401

717-843-6330

Home visit program for 1st time moms with demonstrated financial need or on WIC or MA.

Stays with family until child turns 2. Assistance with pregnancy, childcare, health needs, mentoring mom&baby. www.myfamilyfirsthealth.org/nursefamily.html
Pressley Ridge Intensive Family Services (IFS): In-home one-on-one educational and supportive services, as well as, center based services which focus on positive parenting and life skills development.

Parent Works, Inc.
331 Bridge Street, Suite 200
New Cumberland, PA 17070
Phone: 717-774-3673
PROMOTING EDUCATION, ACTION, CHANGE, EMPOWERMENT (PEACE): Provides parenting classes to various age groups. Youth programs, Circle of Friends, for teenagers and pre-teens; support for pregnant teenagers. Nurse, family partnership. Services for child victims of sexual abuse. Cooperative parenting and divorce.

PEACE
353 Buford Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 1-866-829-1154 ext. 115
SAFE KIDS COALITION OF YORK COUNTY: Referrals to free car seat check-up locations. Community contacts for car seat, fire, and bike safety.

WellSpan Health
Community Health Improvement
1101 S. Edgar St.
Suite F
York, PA 17405
Phone: 888-232-7233
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STRENGTHENING FAMILIES PROGRAM: By Family-Child Resourses
3995 E. Market St.
York, PA 17092
717-757-1227

Prevent teen substance abuse. Strengthen parental skills and build family strength and communication. www.f-cr.com/strengthen_families.htm
THE LEHMAN CENTER: Short-term respite care for children from birth to age 6 is open 24 hours a day. Provides a 24 hour hotline for families; Art Therapy, Parent Support Groups, Case Management and Referral services.

24 hour hotline: 1-800-635-6619

The Lehman Center
400 W. Market Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-845-5771
Fax: 717-852-7605
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YWCA OF GETTYSBURG & ADAMS COUNTY: Child enrichment programs; health promotion and sports; youth alcohol and drug prevention; single parent support group; free child care; swim lessons; summer camp; financial assistance available.

YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County
909 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-9171
fax: 717-334-8797
Visit YWCA of Gettysburg & Adams County

Physical Health Resources

CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING PREVENTION PROGRAM: 435 W. Philadelphia St.
York, PA 17401

717-849-2336 ext. 336

Free blood lead screening. Case managmeent of lead poisoned children. Lead hazzard risk assessment education. www.yorkcity.org
CITY OF YORK RECREATION&PARKS BUREAU: City of York Recreation&Parks Bureau

900 Vander Avenue
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-846-0395

25 city parks located throughout the city of York offering opportunities for physical activity, picnics, and community events. York City
COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT - WELLSPAN HEALTH: Community Health Improvement - WellSpan Health
1101 South Edgar Street
Suite F
York, PA 17403
717-851-3222

The Community Health Improvement department of WellSpan Health has implemented the Growing Healthy initiative, a coordinated approach to preventing childhood overweight in four areas - communities, early childhood centers, the healthcare community, and school. Health education and promotion programming is available in all four areas. In addition, Community Health Improvement assists individuals and families with obtaining public health insurance and discount health service programs, including CHIP, Medical Assistance, and Healthy York Network. www.wellspan.org
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA): Child and Aging Health Protection Division
US EPA
Office of the Administrator
Office of Children's Health Protection
1200 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
Room 2512
Washington DC 20004

202-569-2188

Efforts in children's environmental health include:

- Providing info. and tolls to public
- Supporting community actions
- Strengthing ability of health professionals to address children's environmental health
- Engaging youth - working with states to protect children www.epa.gov
FAMILY FIRST DENTAL SERVICE: 116 S. George St.
York, PA 17401

717-846-6776

Family First Health offers 11 dental clinics in the city of york and 5 in adams county. www.myfamilyfirsthealth.org
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER: 2000 Hollywood Drive
York, PA 17403

717-843-0918 ext. 115

Youth yoga, tennis, basketball, soccer classes. www.yorkjcc.org
MARTIN LIBRARY: SUNDAY FAMILY PROGRAM: Martin Library: Sunday Family Program

Join Wellspan and Martin Library in our family computing center for a story, craft, computer activities and information on how to keep your family healthy. Held one Sunday a month.
SUSAN P BYRNES HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER: Susan P Byrnes Health Education Center

515 S. George Street
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-848-3064

Health education center offering a wide variety of classes&educational activites to educate&inspire people of all ages to make healthy choices. The vision of the center is to be the leading source of innovative, high-quality, effective health education. Byrnes Health Education Center
TENNIS FOR KIDS: Tennis for Kids

2315 Freysville Road
Red Lion, PA 17356

Email: royal953@verizon.net

Contact Person: Gina Ortenzio&Hank Merges

Our goal is to give every child the opportunity to fill summer months with a quality experience by learning a lifetime sport involving family, friends&fun. Tennis for Kids is about tennis of course, but also about lessons for life. We think&talk about values such as pride, confidence, perseverance, responsibility, positive attitudes, respect, responsibility, and courtesy.

2011 season runs 6/20 - 7/22/2011 Tennis for Kids
TOBACCO CESSATION EDUCATION: 325 S. Belmont
York, PA 17405

1-800-436-4326

A six-week quit class, one on one outpatient counseling and support group. www.myyork.org/community
WELLSPAN CLINICAL WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM: 2339 S. George St.
York, PA 17403

717-851-6207

Contact Person: Sandy Kauffman - Program Coordinator

Pediatrician and dietician work with kids and parents on diet, exercise and behavior. www.wellspan.org/body.cfm?id=441
WELLSPAN SMOKING CESSATION SUPPORT GROUP: 147 Gettys St.
Gettysburg, PA
717-383-3259

Meeting third Tuesday of each month 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in Gettysburg Hosp. Community Room. www.wellspan.org
YORK COUNTY DEPT. OF PARKS&RECREATION: York County Dept. of Parks&Recreation

400 Mundis Race Road
York, PA 17406

Telephone: 717-840-7440

9 County parks located throughout York County offering many opportunities for healthy outdoor activites. York County Parks
YORK YMCA: 543 N. Newberry St.
York PA 17407

717-843-7884 ext. 246

YMCA provides a wide range of activities to foster healthy, productive children including after school programs&activities, sports, family nights, day groups&more. Offers financial assistance programs for childhood obesity, exercise program, kids club, youth aquatic classes. www.yorkcoymca.org
YORK YMCA CHILD CARE CENTRE - YORK, PA: 90 N. Newberry St.
York, PA 17401

717-843-7889 ext. 221

York YMCA Child Care Center
Preschool up to 6 years of age. www.greatschool.org/pennsylvania/york/york-ymca
YWCA FITNESS CENTER: YWCA Fitness Center

320 E. Market Street
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 717-845-2631

Membership Fees a year:
Child - $25.00
Senior - $30.00
Adult - $35.00

Professional, caring staff provide personal fitness evaluations, basic nutrition information, goal planning an other programs. The fitness center is co-ed and includes a weight room, cardio room, sauna and pilates studio. YWCA of York

Pregnancy Resources and Infants

CLOTHING CLOSET / UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Used men's, women's, children's and baby's clothing, and baby equipment; free to low-income families and those with a referral letter from an area agency.

United Methodist Church - Gettysburg
30 W. High Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-3032
ELECT (Education Leading to Employment & Career Training): Program assists pregnant and parenting students to complete their high school education. Individual and group support services available. Intensive case management.

Crispus Attucks Center for Employment & Training
605 S. Duke Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-848-3610
Fax: 717-843-3914
Crispus Attucks
FAMILY-CHILD RESOURCES, INC.: Parenting Helpline: answer questions and concerns about everyday parenting. Parenting groups, Parental coaching, information and support in the home with infants birth to 1 year old, matched with volunteer of staff person. Custody workshop for parents separating or going through a divorce.

Parenting help-line: 717-600-1166 or 1-866-600-1166

Family-Child Resources, Inc.
3995 E. Market Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-757-1227
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GABRIEL PROJECT: Pregnancy information; peer counseling; maternity and infant clothes; formula; post-abortion counseling; birthing partners.

St. Joseph Parish
5055 Grandview Road
Hanover, PA 17331
HANOVER COMMUNITY HEALTH & EDUCATION CENTER: Teen pregnancy program for expecting and parenting teens.

Hanover Community Health & Education Center
400 York Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-633-2248
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HUMAN LIFE SERVICES: Free pregnancy test. Assistance with maternity and infant clothes, furniture and other baby needs. Adoption services referrals; parenting support; post abortion support; CARE Program for material and personal needs with pregnancy and parenting.

Human Life Services
742 South George Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-846-2384

Pregnancy Resource Center
46 W. Princess St.
York, PA
Phone: 717-854-6285 Visit Human Life Services
IMMUNIZATIONS: 435 W. Philadlephia St.
York, PA 17401

717-849-2252

Free childhood vaccination (required for school admission) for all children, infant to 18 y/o, who are residents in y ork city. Selected adult immunization by appointment. www.yorkcity.org
LA LECHE LEAGUE OF YORK: Breastfeeding support and information to expectant mothers, nursing mothers, and any interested women. Phone support and monthly meetings.

La Leche League of York
200 North Main Street
Jacobus, PA 17407
Phone: 717-764-4632 or 717-741-6087
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LACTATION CONSULTANTS, YORK HOSPITAL: Nurse support for breastfeeding mothers. Breastfeeding suppies available for purchase.

1001 S. George Street
York, PA 17405
Phone: 717-851-2953
MARCH OF DIMES: Prenatal care information, support groups and educational material.

March of Dimes
160 S. Progress Ave.
Suite 1-A
Harrisburg, PA 17109
Phone: 717-545-4534
Fax: 717-545-5329 Visit March of Dimes
MOMS & MENTORS, YWCA OF YORK: Support to mother’s age 12 through 19 who are pregnant or parenting. Group activities and classes available.

YWCA of York
320 E. Market Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 845-2631 ext. 29
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MOMS CLUB OF YORK: Support group for at-home mothers and their children. Activities vary monthly; playgroup, trips and park days.

Moms Club of York
EAST
Eastminster Presbyterian Chuyrch
311 Haines Road
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-840-8916

WEST
Zion Methodist Church
1030 Carlisle Avenue
York, PA 17404
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MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES YORK (M.O.M.Y.): Support group for mothers or guardians of multiples.

York Alliance Church
501 Rathton Road
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-848-1338
MOTHERS OF TWINS AND TRIPLETS CLUB, YORK WHITE ROSE: Support and information for mothers and expecting mothers of multiples.

Mt. Zion United Church of Christ
1054 Ridgewood Road
York, Pennsylvania
Phone: 717-854-1220 or 717-848-1338
MOTHERS OF TWINS AND TRIPLETS, HANOVER: Support and information for mothers, and expecting mothers, of multiples.

St. Paul Lutheran Church
1214 Broadway
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-637-1983
MOTHERS' CENTER OF HANOVER: Meet other moms and share time with them through groups and events. Playgroups for children under 6 years of age; children’s events and monthly newsletter.

South Hanover YMCA
1013 Baltimore Street
Hanover, PA 17331

Phone: 877-939-6667

Email: hanovermotherscntr@yahoo.com Visit Mothers' Center of Hanover
NURSE-FAMILY PARTNERSHIP / FAMILY FIRST HEALTH: Program provides support and education by nurse home visitation to first-time mothers during pregnancy and until their child is 2 years of age.

Family First Health
116 South George Street, Suite 358
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-843-6330
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PARENT WORKS, INC.: In-home one-on-one educational and supportive services, as well as, center based services which focus on positive parenting and life skills development.

Only Services in Dauphin/Cumberland Counties.

Parent Works, Inc.
331 Bridge Street, Suite 200
New Cumberland, PA 17070
Phone: 717-774-3673

6340 Flank Drive
Harrisburg, PA

Satellite Office:
22 Carlisle Street, 2nd Floor
P.O. Box 413
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-633-1313 or 717-834-9146
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION RESOURCE - WELLSPAN: Phone support for postpartum women.

WellSpan Postpartum Depression Resource
Nurse - Wendy McDowell
Phone: 717-851-4305 Wellspan.org
POSTPARTUM SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL (PSI): Website for postpartum support and education. Toll-free helpline and online support groups.

6706 SW 54th Ave.
Portland, Oregon 97219

Telelphone: 800-944-4773

Pennsylvania State Coordinator: Peri Shaw Borish, MSS, LCSW, BCS
Telephone: 215-840-3554
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PREGNANCY AND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER: Free pregnancy testing; counseling; maternity and infant clothing; parent education program (PEP); emergency formula and diapers.

24 hour helpline: 1-888-395-4357

Pregnancy and Family Resource Center
46 W. Princess Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-854-6285

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PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER: Free pregnancy test. Someone to talk to about needs and choices. Pregnancy help; clothing, food, furniture, diapers, formula.

Pregnancy Resource Center
26 E. College Avenue
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-843-7986
PROMOTING EDUCATION, ACTION, CHANGE, EMPOWERMENT (PEACE): Provides parenting classes to various age groups. Youth programs, Circle of Friends, for teenagers and pre-teens; support for pregnant teenagers. Nurse, family partnership. Services for child victims of sexual abuse. Cooperative parenting and divorce.

PEACE
353 Buford Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 1-866-829-1154 ext. 115
SAFE HAVEN: If you are not ready to take care of a newborn; you can take your baby, up to 28 days old, to any hospital in Pennsylvania and you will not get in to trouble if your baby is unharmed. Children and Youth agency will find a family for your baby.

Safe Haven Program
Phone: 1-877-767-2229 Visit Safe Haven
SAFE KIDS COALITION: Referrals to free car seat check-up locations. Community contacts for car seat, fire, and bike safety.

WellSpan Health
Community Health Improvement
P.O. Box 15198
York, PA 17405
Phone: 1-888-232-7233 Visit Safe Kids
TENDER CARE PREGNANCY CENTER: Free pregnancy test and pregnancy information, as well as, childbirth classes. Maternity and infant clothing. Referrals for adoption, medical care, insurance, food, housing and public assistance. Emergency formula and diapers.

Tender Care
536 Carlisle Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-633-1200

Tender Care
1844 York Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325-8287
Phone: 717-334-8613 Visit Tender Care Pregnancy Center
THE LEHMAN CENTER: Short-term respite care for children from birth to age 6 is open 24 hours a day. Provides a 24 hour hotline for families; Art Therapy, Parent Support Groups, Case Management and Referral services.

24 hour hotline: 1-800-635-6619

The Lehman Center
400 W. Market Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-845-5771
Fax: 717-852-7605
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THE SALVATION ARMY: Emergency baby needs.

The Salvation Army
20 E Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Phone: 717-249-1411
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Salvation Army
East King St.
York, PA

Gettysburg
Phone: 717-337-8187

York Springs
Phone: 717-637-2105
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AT GETTYSBURG: 20 West High St.
Gettysburg, PA

717-334-3032
Fax: 717-334-3572

Services include: Clothing closet which offers low prices on men's, women's children&baby clothing (no longer offering baby equipment). This is from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. daily except weekends.
Also new - "Bountiful Blessings" - program offering free personal care to low income persons. www.gettysburgumc.org
WEST END LOCAL LINK (W.E.L.L.): Food pantry with baby care items and formula; children and adult clothing; financial assistance for prescriptions and medical needs.

Food Pantry Hours - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Food Pantry Telephone Number - 717-846-8899

W.E.L.L.
York County Council of Churches Building
595 W. Market Street
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-852-7345
WOMEN INFANTS CHILDREN (WIC) - SCCAP: Nutrition information, food, and health care referrals to income eligible pregnant women, infants and children under 5 years old.

South Central Community Action Programs, Inc.
153 N. Stratton Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-7634 ext. 132
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WOMEN INFANTS CHILDREN (WIC): Nutrition information and supplemental foods for pregnant or breastfeeding women; infants and children under age five that meet income guidelines.

Community Progress Council, Inc.
WIC Program
130 West Market Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-843-7942
Fax: 717-843-9560
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YORK COUNTY CRIBS FOR KIDS PROGRAM: This program assists families in York who can not afford a safe place for their baby to sleep. The program provides a Pack N Play Crib to them with documentation from the family, and also provides educational materials regarding ‘safe sleeping’ and tips to protect your baby.

Women&Parent Education
1101 S. Edgar Street, Suite C
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-812-7427
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Safety Resources

City Bureau of Health Lead Program: 435 West Philadelphia Street
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-849-2348

Do lead screening for kids 7 mos. - 7 years old. Investigates lead poisoning and environment. Educates and follows up.
CRIBS FOR KIDS: Cribs for Kids

Suite 250 Riverfront Place
810 River Avenue
Pittsburg, PA 15212

Telephone: 1-888-721-CRIB
1-717-81-CRIBS

Cribs for Kids is a national program started in 1998 to provide safe sleep education and donation of Graco Pack'n'Play portable cribs. Education including "Back is Best" and safe sleep practices to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. York County Cribs for Kids program is based in York Hospital Neonatology Department call - 717-81-CRIBS for assistance in obtaining a new crib for your baby. Cribs for Kids
Nineline Covenant House: Nineline Covenant House

Telephone: 1-800-999-9999

Call 1-800-999-9999 between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. eastern time to speak with someone about bullying, family issues, suicide, abuse, sex, drugs and/or alcohol and not getting your basic needs. This service is free and confidential. Nineline
POISON CONTROL: 24 hour emergency hotline for family members, caregivers and healthcare works to contact if a poisoning incident occurs

Emergency hotline: 1-800-222-1222

The Poison Control Center
at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
34th&Civic Center Blvd
CHOP North Suite 985
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4303
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Police/Fire Department: Telephone Number: 911

If you are having an emergency, call 911, calmly tell the operator where you are and what is your situation. Appropriate help will be provided.
SAFE KIDS COALITION: Referrals to free car seat check-up locations. Community contacts for car seat, fire, and bike safety.

WellSpan Health
Community Health Improvement
P.O. Box 15198
York, PA 17405
Phone: 717-851-3231
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SAFE KIDS, YORK COUNTY, PA: 1101 South Edgar Street
York, PA 17403

Telephone: 1-888-232-SAFE
1-717-851-3222

The goal of Safe Kids is to enhance childhood injury prevention programs by empowering families and communities to create safe environments in care, on bikes and at home. Resources for families, schools, churches, youth groups include materials on: Safe Kids Buckle Up, Safe Kids Ready to Roll for bike safety, Home Safety in regard to falls, choking, poisoning, and fires to educate on home hazard prevention. This service also does child passenger safety seat check-ups. They also work with medical assistance for car seat purchases. Safe Kids York County
YORK COUNTY CHILDREN AND YOUTH SERVICES: Purpose: To provide child welfare services designed to keep children in their own homes, prevent neglect, abuse and exploitation, help overcome problems that result in dependency, neglect, and delinquency; and to provide in foster family homes and child caring institutions adequate substitute care for any child in need of such care due to abuse or neglect. Services are available to children 0-18 years of age who reside in York County. This Agency’s mission is to promote and protect the health and welfare of children. The focus is to keep families together through preventive services. When placement does occur, the goal is to reunite the child with the family as effectively and timely as possible.

100 West Market Street
Suite 402
York, PA 17401
1-717-846-8496
1-800-729-9227

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Shelters

ACCESS-YORK, INC.: ACCESS-York is and agency dedicated to the elimination of domestic violence providing prevention and intervention services including emergency and transitional shelter and services, options counseling, 24 hour hotline, children’s program, legal advocacy, welfare advocacy, emergency room outreach, community education, outreach and systems advocacy.

24 hour hotline: 717-846-5400 or 1-800-262-8444

ACCESS-York, Inc.
P.O. Box 743
York, PA 17405
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ADAMS RESUE MISSION INC.: 2515 York Rd.
Gettysburg, PA 17325-8279

Telephone #: 717-334-7502

Contact: Heidi Acker (Promotion and Development Director)

A men's shelter housing up to 33 men who genuinly desire to recover from addictive behavious; orienting them to work and providing counselling sessions, clothing and food. This rescue mission also assists families and individuals with clothing, furniture, shelter and counseling http://adamsrescuemission.org
BELL FAMILY SHELTER: Bell Family Shelter provides up to 30 days of emergency shelter to York County families who are homeless. The shelter provides assistance in location housing, making referrals to agencies that assist with food, clothing, house hold goods, and financial help. They have social and vocational rehabilitation programs in addition to residential programs.

852 E. Market Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-845-9536
http://bellsocialization.com
CHANGING LIVES SHELTER OF HANOVER: 136 Carlisle Avenue
Hanover, PA 17331

Telephone #: 717-633-6353

A year round facility providing for the needs of singles and families in desperate situations, while seeking to provide a successful lifestyle change by addressing the root cause of individual situations. www.hanoverareacouncilofchurches.org/shelter.html
FAMILY PROMISE: 209 S. Baltimore Street
Dillsburg, PA 17019

Telephone #: 717-432-3037

Family Promise of the Harrisburg Capital Region is a nonprofit agency who serves families that recently lost their homes. Their mission is to help homeless and low-income families achieve sustainable independence. www.familypromisehcr.org
LOURDESHOUSE MATERNITY HOME: Secretarial for Catholic Charities
9800 Union Deposit Road
Harrisburg, PA 17111-3710

Telephone #: 717-236-3417
Biliningual Telephone #: 717-657-4804

Contact Person: Renee Ramp

Take women of age 18 and over into their program from the time they are 2 months pregnant to as long as the baby is 6 months old. They take care of their education, help with their employment, parenting skills, drug and alcohol counseling. Women need to call them to the above mentioned contact number to include their name into the waiting list. www.hbgdiocese.org
STILL WATERS, ACCESS-YORK, INC.: Provides a 24 hour hotline. Still Waters, The Jane Rice Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, located in Hanover. The Emergency Shelter Programs provide 24-hour accessible, safe, confidential emergency shelter at no cost to victims of domestic violence and their children. Those who live within the shelters receive safety planning, options and supportive counseling and life skills advocacy. Linkages are made to community resources to assist victims in becoming independent and living their lives free of abuse. Our Emergency Shelters provide food, clothing and personal care needs, as well as the every day needs of residential living.

24 hour hotline: 717-637-2235

ACCESS-York, Inc.
P.O. Box 743
York, PA 17405
THE LEHMAN CENTER (CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY): 400 W. Market St.
York, PA 17401-3804

Telephone #: 1-800-635-6619

Offering temporary respite care for children, birth through age six; individual counseling for those children and adolescents who are willing to talk directly and deal with their issues; offer a chance to parents to talk about their stresses, anxieties and complex issues of parenting; 24 hour crisis nursery; art and play therapy to kids. www.cassd.org
YMCA: 310 W. Philadelphia St.
York, PA 17403

Telephone #: 717-854-7291

Their programs include accredited child care, preschool, youth after school services, community development, housing and drug and alcohol counseling. There is a low income housing for men who are receiving assistance from Section 8 program. www.yorkcoymca.org
YORK RESCUE MISSION - MEN'S MINISTRY: There are several programs at the Men's Ministry: Spiritual Life Recovery Program; Transient Care is an emergency shelter for men which supplies supportive guidance, Chapel, meals and clothing; Temporary Senior Foster Care.

York Union Rescue Mission, INC.
363-369 West Market Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-845-7662
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YORK RESCUE MISSION - WOMEN AND CHILDREN: An emergency shelter for women and children who are homeless for various reasons. The shelter provides: food, shelter, clothing, counseling and advice on case management.

York Rescue Mission
17 jefferson Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-845-5947
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YORK'S HELPING HANDS OF THE HOMELESS: 412 West King Street
York, PA 17404

Telephone #: 717-846-9275

Organization who has a mission to help the homeless in York County. Offers showers, laundry facilities. Up to $50.00 assistance for medication (non-narcotic). Daytime assistance only. www.yorkshelpinghand.net
YWCA SAFE HOME - HANOVER: Safe Home provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence in Hanover and surrounding areas. Services include: 24 hour hotline and crisis response, options counseling, legal advocacy, transportation, referrals to other services, support group, child therapy, volunteer opportunities, and community education.

24 hour hotline: 717-632-0007

YWCA Hanover Offices
23 West Chestnut Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-637-2125
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Special Needs/Autism

ADAMS COUNTY CHILDREN AND YOUTH SERVICES: Mission is to ensure that each child in Adams county has a safe and permanent home. Services provided: a) foster care - program designed to provide a substitute family life experience for a child who needs care for a temporary or extended period of time, b) intake/referral - investigating and making assessments of need for intervention,c) placement- to foster homes, emergency shelters, group home and residential facilities, and d) protective - referral services for counseling, support groups, training or evaluation. Child abuse and neglect investigations.

County of Adams
Children and Youth Services
117 Baltimore Street, Room 201B
Gettysburg, PA 17325-2376
Phone: 717-337-0110
Emergency After Hours: 717-334-8101
Fax: 717-337-0616
AMAZING KIDS CLUB - AUTISM: Autism Day Treatment Program “The Amazing Kids’ Club” is a specialized autism treatment program held in the Center for Childhood enhancement. The center uses research based treatment modalities from Applied Behavior Analysis and Relationship therapies. The curricula will focus on the main domains of development: play skills, socialization skill, communication skills, and safety /self-help skills. Treatment plans will be developed by highly trained Clinical Coordinators and will focus on individual and group goals. Family participation is a key to success. The on-site center would be available to children and adolescents on the Autism Spectrum, ages 2 to 18 (21 if still in school). English only. Takes medical assistance.

Center of Childhood Enhancement
33 Frederick Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-4900 ext. 2119
AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR DEAF CHILDREN (ASDC): ASDC is a national, independent non-profit organization. Purpose is providing support, encouragement and informatin to families raising children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Supplies informatin and support families request to ensure that their decisions and actions are based on up-to-date and accurate knowlege.

American Society for Deaf Children
P.O. Box 3355
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 800-942-2732
717-334-7922
Fax: 717-334-8808
Email: asdc@deafchildren.org

3820 Hartzdale Drive
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Phone: 717-703-0073
Fax: 717-909-5599 Visit ASDC - http://ncpad.org/organization
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA CHAPTER: Provide services and offers various programs to help people with arthritis cope with their disease. Special events held throughout the year like arthritis walk and jingle bell run to raise money and awareness. Provide exercise programs, educational programs and support groups for people with arthritis. Evidence based exercise programs; outreach, fundraising events for research. English only.

Arthritis Foundation Center PA Chapter
3544 N. Progress Avenue, Suite 204
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Phone: 717-763-0900
800-776-0746
Fax: 717-763-0903
Email: info.cpa@arthritis.org
Visit Arthritis Foundation Central PA Chapter - http://www.arthritis.org/chapters/central-pennsylvania
AUTISM YORK: Provide support to parents, family and friends of individuals on the autism spectrum. Plan family friendly, autism-friendly fun events like game night, tumbletown playdates, morning at the movies and other fun activities for children with autism and their families.

2501 Catherine Street
Suite 11
York, PA 17408
Appointments only
Phone: 717-801-1272
Email: info@autismyork.org
Visit Autism York - www.autismyork.org
BUREAU OF BLINDNESS AND VISUAL SERVICES (BBVS): To assist Pennsylvanians who are blind or visually impaired gain the skills necessary to live and work independently in their communities

Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services
Blindness and Visual Services
Forum Place
555 Walnut Street, 8th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Phone: 717-787-7500 or 1-866-375-8264
TTY: 717-787-1733 or 1-888-575-9420
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CANINE PARTNERS FOR LIFE (CPL): Places assistance dogs with individuals with mobility impairments/physical disabilities such as muscular dystrophy, MS, cerebral palsy spinal core injuries, seizure disorders. English only. Fee depending on income.

Canine Partners for Life
334 Faggs Manor Road
Cochronville, PA 19330
Phone: 610-869-4902
Fax: 610-869-9785
Email: info@k94life.org Visit CPL - www.k94life.org
CASE MANAGEMENT - HANOVER/ADAMS: Case management and assessment of service needs

11 Carlisle Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-8040 or 1-800-632-7568
Fax: 717-632-9238
CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SERVICE SYSTEM PROGRAM (CASSP): Develop and coordinate a plan of care for children ages newborn to 21 with emotional, mental health, mental retardation or behavioral issues.

York County
York County Human Services Department
100 West Market Street, Suite 401
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-771-9347
Fax: 717-771-4663
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CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY - THE FRANCES LEITER CENTER: Provides child centered outpatient therapy, parent /child relationship therapy, support groups, referrals.

Children's Aid Society
The Frances Leiter Center
539 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: 717-264-8552
Fax: 717-264-0680
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CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY - THE NICARRY CENTER: Art Play Therapy is provided to children experiencing significant life events including conflict, divorce, school problems, mental illness, a form of abuse, and/or behavioral problems. English only. Medical assistance with possible fee.

Children's Aid Society
The Nicarry Center
343 Lincoln Way West
New Oxford, PA 17350
Phone: 717-624-4461
Fax: 717-624-3011
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CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION, CENTRAL PA CHAPTER: 55 S. Progress Avenue
Harrisburg, PA 17109
Phone: 717-671-4000

Organizes events&fundraisers for patients living with cystic fibrosis. Also has links to patient assistance programs locally. Visit Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
DIABETES - AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION: Emotional support and social groups; educational material; summer camps for children with diabetes.

American Diabetes Association
3544 North Progress Avenue, Suite 101
Harrisburg, PA, 17110
Phone: 717-657-4310
Fax: 717-657-4320
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DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP FOR CHILDREN: Suppport group for children with diabetes.

Diabetes Support Group for Children
Apple Hill Medical Center
25 Monument Road
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-852-0953
EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM - YORK/ADAMS: The services are specialized services provided to young children (birth-3 years) who have or are at risk for developmental delay. Services offered: Developmental therapy, PT, OT, ST, feeding services, behavior management, infant massage. Eligibility dependent on evaluation to determine if child is experiencing delay in development in 1 of the following - gross motor, social skills, fine motor, cognitive skills, adaptive/self help skills and language skills.

3995 E. Market Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-771-9618 - Ask for early intervention
Fax: 717-771-9358

Must Call York Center before any referral to Hanover.
Early Intervention Program - www.f-cr.com
EASTER SEALS CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA: Providing services for people with disabilities and their families. York services: Child Development Center, American Sign Language classes, Speech Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Autism Resource Center, day camps. Chambersburg services: Audiology, Speech Therapy, Residential&Day Camps.

York
Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania
2550 Kingston Road
Suite 219
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-741-3891
Fax: 717-741-5359

Chambersburg
Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania
55 Hamilton Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: 717-264-2578
Fax: 717-264-1309
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FAMILY-CHILD RESOURCES, INC.: Early Intervention (EI) services are specialized services provided to families in York and Adams Counties with young children (ages birth to three years) who have or are at risk for developmental delay. An evaluation to determine if your child is experiencing developmental delay is required to receive EI services. Provide counseling services and parent education classes.

Family-Child Resources, Inc.
3995 East Market Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-757-1227
Fax: 717-757-1353

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FORSIGHT VISION: Personal and family counseling; information and referral; rehabilitation services’ vision screenings; eyeglass assistance fund; access technology; support groups.

ForSight Vision
1380 Spahn Avenue
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-848-1690 or 1-800-255-6578
Fax: 717-845-3889
HOFFMAN HOMES FOR YOUTH: Residential program for children ages 6 to 18 with a mental health diagnosis. The child must have psychiatric recommendation for placement in a residential treatment facility.

Hoffman Homes for Youth
P.O. Box 4777
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-359-7148
Fax: 717-359-2600

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JESSICA AND FRIENDS COMMUNITY: For those over 6 years of age with developmental disabilities; respite care services; residential care within a faith-based environment.

Jessica and Friends Community
218 Dew Drop Road
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-747-9000
Fax: 717-747-9004
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LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF PA (LDAPA): Provids guidance to families and adults with learning disabilities; assists families in obtaining appropriated education for their child; advocacy information and referrals.

LDAPA
4751 Lindle Road
Suite 114
Harrisburg, PA 17111
Phone: 717-939-3731 Visit LDAPA
LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE UNIT NO. 12: Services and special education for the learning disabled, physically handicapped, mentally retarded, autistic, hearing/visually impaired, socially/emotionally disturbed/speech and language impaired. Psychological testing and evalation of special needs children. Hearing problem diagnosis and recommendations. Preschool programs for special needs children.

Lincoln Intermediate Unit No. 12
65 Billerbeck Street
P.O. Box 70
New Oxford, PA 17350
Phone: 717-624-4616
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MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION OF GREATER PA: Grants wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses.

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater PA
York Regional Office
2951 Whiteford Road, Suite 304
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-757-9474
Fax: 717-840-0222
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MARCH OF DIMES: Prenatal care information, support groups and educational material.

March of Dimes
160 S. Progress Ave.
Suite 1A
Harrisburg, PA 17119
Phone: 717-545-4534
Fax: 717-545-5329 Visit March of Dimes
MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION (MDA): Diagnostic testing, orthopedic equipment, clinics, support groups, patient seminars, social gatherings; summer camp for children ages 6-21; eligible are those registered with MDA with any of 43 neuromuscular diseases.

Muscular Dystrophy Association
1861 Charter Lane, #115
Lancaster, PA 17601
Phone: 717-293-0685
Email: lancaster@mdausa.org
Fax: 717-293-0836
Healthcare Services Coordinator: Edward Granger IV - Tele: 717-540-4316

MDA Clinic Serving Area:
HMC
500 University Drive
Hershey, PA 17033
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OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION (OVR): Assists persons with disabilities in obtaining employment and independence; diagnostic evaluation; in-patient physical therapy/cleft palate, oral and plastic surgery/artificial limbs;, hearing aides, wheelchairs, assistive devices; independent living services; job counseling, job training.

Vocational Rehabilitation Services
2550 Kingston Road, Suite 101
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-771-4407 or 1-800-762-6306
Fax: 717-771-4421
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PA TOURETTE SYNDROME ASSOCIATION, INC. (PaTSA): Chapters and support groups throughout the state; quarterly newsletter; non-legal advocacy; free information; physician/psychologist referral lists.

PA Tourette Syndrome Association, Inc.
132 W. Middle Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-337-1134
Toll Free: 1-800-990-3300
Fax: 717-337-1960
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PARENT EDUCATION NETWORK (PEN): Parents of special needs children eligible; information and training; referrals; technical assistance for problem issues of special education planning; resource library of cooks, magazines videos, and brochures.

Parent Education Network
2107 Industrial Highway
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-600-0100 or 1-800-522-5827
or 1-800-441-5028 (Spanish)
Fax: 717-600-8101
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PENNDOT - PERSONS WITH DISABILITY PARKING PLACARD/REGISTRATION PLATE: Special parking privileges are available for individuals with certain disabilities; application for disability parking placard.

Pennsylvania Department Of Transportation
1101 South Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104
Phone: 1-800-932-4600
TDD: 1-800-228-0676
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PENNSYLVANIA CYSTIC FIBROSIS, INC. (PACFI): Provides assistance to those with Cystic Fibrosis; air conditioners, nebulizers, medications, other CF needs; group meetings; support and information.

PACFI
P.O. Box 29
Mifflinburg, PA 17844
Phone: 1-800-900-2790
Fax: 1-570-374-2612
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Pressley Ridge: Intensive in-home counseling and parenting skills development (referrals by Juvenile Probation and Children and Youth only); individual, couples, family counseling for children and adults.

Family Service Partners
GETTYSBURG OFFICE
223 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-1311
Fax: 717-334-1790

YORK OFFICE
141 East Market Street
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-845-6624
Fax: 717-845-6626
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SCOLIOSIS ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA: Information and support network for Scoliosis patients and their families. Support, referrals, networking and access to research information; “Back Talk” magazine; group meetings.

Scoliosis Association of Central Pennsylvania
Phone: 1-800-800-0669
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SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN: Shriners Hospitals for Children is a network of 22 pediatric hospitals in the U.S., Canada and Mexico providing specialized care for orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries and cleft lip and palate. All services are provided at no charge. Eligibility for care is not based on financial need or relationship to a Shriner. If you know of a child Shriners Hospitals might be able to help, please call our toll-free patient referral line:

Shriners Hospitals for Children
Phone: 1-800-237-5055
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SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION: Assist applicants for Retirement, Survivor, Disability, Medicare, and SS1. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for all age’s newborn to 65 if disabled.

Social Security Administration
50 N. Third Street
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: 717-263-4138 or 1-800-772-1213

York Social Security Administration
950 Boron Road
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-767-1600 Visit Social Security Administration
SOUTH CENTRAL PA SICKLE CELL COUNCIL: Provides a variety of services to help meet the needs of individuals affected by Sickle Cell Disease and their families in Central Pennsylvania. Social work case management; client advocacy; Support groups, education and training.

South Central Pennsylvania Sickle Cell Council
2000 Linglestown Road, Suite 204
Harrisburg, Pa. 17110
Phone: 717-234-3358
Fax: 717-234-1907
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SPECIAL KIDS NETWORK (SKN): SKN is a toll-free helpline for Pennsylvania's children with special health care needs and their families.

Bureau of Family Health
Health&Welfare Building
7th Floor East Wing
625 Forster Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120
Phone: 1-800-986-4550
Fax: 1-877-232-7640

Work within our community with local service providers, coalitions and community groups to create or improve services for children with special health care needs. Provide assistance to families through service coordination.

Phone: 1-877-986-4550
TTY: 1-877-986-5432
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS PENNSYLVANIA ADAMS (SOPA): Provides year-round sports training for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

SOPA
P.O. Box 3188
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-334-2729 Visit SOPA
SPECIAL OLYMPICS YORK COUNTY (SOYC): Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for persons with intellectual disabilities starting at age eight.

Special Olympics York County
P.O. Box 333
Dover PA 17315
Phone: 717-846-1881 or 1-866-377-7692
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SPINA BIFIDA ASSOCIATION OF GREATER PA: Support and education for those born with Spina Bifida and their families; new parent outreach, parent to parent contacts, advocacy social groups, equipment loan, monthly newsletter, information and referral services .

Spina Bifida Association of Greater Pennsylvania
209 East State St., Suite D
Quarryville, PA 17566
Phone: 717-786-9280 Visit SBA of Greater PA
THE ARC OF YORK COUNTY: Dedicated to improving the lives of people with mental retardation and their families in York County; services for mental retardation and other disabilities for all ages; advocacy; “Best Buddies” matching college students with teens; assistive technology lending library; home and community support services; after-school program for ages 13 to 21; “Camp Pennwood” is a six week summer camp for children ages 6 to 21; job placement and training, school to work training.

The Arc of York County
497 Hill Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-846-6589
Fax: 717-852-8842
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THE CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING (CIL OPPORTUNITIES): Help for people with disabilities; information and referral ; peer counseling; independent living skills training; advocacy; referrals for assistance with home modifications for low income disabled residents.

CIL Opportunities
150 Roosevelt Avenue, Suite 300
York, PA 17401
Phone: 717-849-0991 or 1-800-956-0099
TTY: 717-849-0995
Fax: 717-849-0996
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THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAM - FIVE SPRINGS: Therapeutic horseback program to ages 3 and over who are physically and mentally challenged.

Five Springs Therapeutic Riding
13763 Collins School Road
Felton, PA 17322
Phone: 717-993-6718
THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAM - SHINING STARS: Therapy using horses for anyone with a disability.

Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program
3185 York Road
Gettsburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-398-8327
UCP of SOUTH CENTRAL PA, INC.: Early Intervention (EI) is provided for children from birth - 3 years old who are at risk for, or have, disabilities or a delay such as, but not limited to, Down Syndrome, speech delay, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, hearing or vision loss, hydrocephalus, microcephalus, autism, developmental delay or neurological impairments. Each child is evaluated. Home-based education; phyisical, speach and occupational therapy for infants and toddlers.

Attendant Care allows adults with disabilities to remain in their homes by providing in-home personal care. CSPPPD provides training and assistance for adults with disabilities who wish to remain active, or live independently, in the community.

Elks Home Services Nurse Program povides counseling and support, in-home services, education, case management and advocacy for families.

UCP of South Central Pennsylvania
York
2021 East Market Street
York, PA 17402
Phone: 717-751-2758 or 1-877-877-0287

Hanover
788 Cherry Tree Court
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-632-5552 or 1-800-333-3873

Adams County
New Oxford Center
101 Berlin Road
New Oxford, PA 17350
Phone: 717-624-2140 or 1-800-223-0467
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VNA HOME HEALTH - WELLSPAN: Professional nursing services; physical, occupational, speech therapies; medical social services; home health aids; private duty nurses; home care assistants.

VNA Home Health - Wellspan
218 East Market Street
York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-846-9900 or 1-800-457-8351
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YORK AREA DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION: Provides support and education to families and friends who have a loved one with Down Syndrome. Promotes the growth and development of persons with Down Syndrome toward a full and happy life.

York Area Down Syndrome Association
101 Homestead Rd
York, Pennsylvania 17402
Phone: 717-764-4748 or 717-793-9001
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YORK/ADAMS CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SERVICE SYSTEM PROGRAM (CASSP): Develop and coordinate a plan of care for children ages newborn to 21 with emotional, mental health, mental retardation or behavioral issues.

CASSP - Western York and Adams County
219 York Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Phone: 717-634-4044
Fax: 717-646-1121
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YORKSHIRE CENTER (LIU): Special education classes (birth to 21 years). Diagnostic testing (birth through kidnergarten). Audiological testing. Hearing and vision services.

York Learning Center
300 East Seventh Avenue
York, PA 17404
Phone: 717-505-0981

Teen Resources

Boy Scouts of America: 2139 White Street
York, PA 17404

Telephone: 717-843-0901

Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation's largest values-based youth developmental organizations. BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship and develops personal fitness. Boy Scouts of America
BRING ON PLAY: Bring on Play

Telephone: 717-849-2287

Contact: Joe Stein

Goal is to renovate 1 city park per year. Promotes importance of fun, safety, and physically challenging playgrounds. This decreases the risk of pediatric obesity.

http://yorkcity.org/bop
Club Ophehia - Camp Ophehia: By Family Child Resources
3995 E. Market Street
York, PA 17402

Telephone: 717-757-1227

Help teenage girls learn positive relationship skills. Exploring friendship issues and improving self-asteem. Family Child Resources
Council of Churches: 595 West Market Street
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-854-9504

Contact: Dawn Jones - djones@yccchurches.org

Has a new program called Weed and Seed which is a data base of all activities and programs put together by city churches. Also has Salem Project and information on vacation bible studies. Contact Dawn Jones for more information.
Crispus Attucks Community Center: 431 S. George Street
York, PA 17401
Telephone: 717-848-2770

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605 S. Duke Street
York, PA 17401
Telephone: 717-848-3610

Crispus Attucks Youth Build Charter School is designed to give youth ages 17-21 years old the opportunity to earn their high school diploma. Other teen/young adult programs include youth employment services, ELECT - Education Leading to Employment and Career Training, E.F.I. - ELECT Fatherhood Initative. Crisput Attuck Community Center
Girl Schouts Heart of Pennsylvania: 1600 Mount Zion Rd.
York, PA 17406

Telephone: 717-757-3561

This program focuses on the Girls Scout Leadership Experience with a focus on girls 5-17 years old. Girl Scout focus areas include: Outdoor Experience, Health and Wellness, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and the Arts. The G.S. Leadership Experience follows the motto: Discover, Connect and Take Action. This motto allows the girls exposure to subjects/topics that interest them individually, connect with girls with similar interests and take action to make the world a better place. Girl Scouts Heart of Pennsylvania
National Runaway Hotline: Open 24 Hours

Telephone: 1-800-621-4000
National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline: Telephone: 1-866-331-9474

TTY: 1-866-331-8453
Planned Parenthood: 728 South Beaver Street
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-845-9681

Offers accessible and affordable sexual and reproductive health care to men, women, and teens. Services include Birth Control, HIV testing, Hepatitis&HPV Vaccines, Pregnancy Testing and Services, Emergency Contraception, STD Testing and Treatment, Abortion Services and Referrals, and Patient Education. Planned Parenthood
Voni Grimes Gym: 125 E. College Avenue
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-849-2238

October-April - open gym program and Youth Bsketball League - February and March.
YMCA of York and York County: 90 North Newberry Street
York, PA 17401

Telephone: 717-843-7884

York's YMCA offers fitness classes, swim lessons, a competitive swim team, and youth sports league. Also offered are youth developemental programs such as (GAPP) Girls Achieving Pure Potential for girls ages 9-14, Youth and Government, young Gentleman and Scholars for boys ages 8-12, and Model United Nations. York County YMCA

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