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DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Communities that Care of Greater Downingtown (CTC) announced it is offering a new program to the local community, Parent to Parent: Peer Support Groups. CTC has worked …
CTC of Greater Downingtown Offering FREE Parent Support Groups Read More There is no one answer to the question of what is the best parenting style. Every family is different, and each child responds differently to various parenting styles. That being …
The Pros and Cons of the 4 Most Popular Parenting Styles Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Joel Sharp’s journey as a father has taken several turns, and at 65, the Watermark at Bellingham resident is proud to be more present in his children’s …
“Never Too Late”: Father Finds Support to Reconnect Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Thursday, Department of Human Services (DHS) Acting Secretary Meg Snead joined representatives from United Home Care Workers Pennsylvania, Voices for Independence, and a direct care recipient …
Wolf Administration, Homecare Advocates Highlight Investments In Direct Care Workforce Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Good people and good families go through bad times. Sometimes it takes a long time to turn struggles around; sometimes big changes take place. In those …
Chester County Sheriff’s Office, GRANDFamily Connections of Chester County Collaborate for Child Safety and Protection Month Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) announced a bill sponsored by Rep. Karen Boback and signed into law by Governor Wolf that will expand eligibility and allow …
New Law Expands Support for Caregivers in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Department of Human Services (DHS) Acting Secretary Meg Snead this week marked National Foster Care Month by encouraging older youth previously served through the foster care system …
COVID-19 Law Giving Older Youth Option to Re-Enter Foster Care, Access Aftercare Services Read More
Did you know there are almost 437,000 children and youth in foster care? According to the American Society for the Positive Care of Children, 45% of foster children are living …
How You Can Help Kids in Foster Care Read More
A new survey from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation shows that most parents and caregivers in the United States are optimistic about their children’s futures, but see clear barriers to …
Parents and Caregivers Remain Optimistic, Despite Barriers Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (DVCCC) is looking for donors for their annual Adopt-a-Family program.
Donors Needed for the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County’s 2020 Adopt-a-Family Program Read More