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Community Services
KEY TO SERVICES
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Drop-Ins Welcome (D) |
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American Red Cross
Volunteer organization providing programs and services aimed at improving
quality of life and prevent-ing, preparing for and responding to emergencies.
Helping to build better and safer communities.
Berks County Chapter (F $ B M)
http://www.redcross.org/pa/berks/index.asp
701 Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601
610-375-4383
Susquehanna Valley Chapter (F, $, L, A, D)
http://www.sqvalleyredcross.org
430 W. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17604
717-299-5561
Associations for the Blind
Working towards the prevention of blindness and offering assistance to blind
people. (F, B, A)
2020 Hampden Blvd., Reading, PA 19604
610-375-8407
244 N. Queen St., Lancaster, PA 17603
http://www.sabvi.com
717-291-5951
Bally Community Center
Providing a positive setting for youth in the area to experience caring
adults, recreation and a positive influence in their lives.
3 Main St., Bally, PA 19503
610-845-7849
Berks Community Action Program
Assisting low-income people to become self-sufficient and functioning as
an advocacy agency to mobilize community resources to address the problems
of poverty. (B, M)
P.O. Box 22, Reading, PA 19603
610-376-6571
Berks Community Television
http://www.bctv.org
Offering programming produced and hosted by individuals, organizations and
businesses in the community. Live programs are open to phone-in comments
and questions from people watching at home. (F, B)
645 Penn St., Reading, PA 19601
610-374-3065
Berks County Conservation District
Dedicated to keeping the environment clean for present and future generations,
offering education and resources about the environment and conservation.
(F, B)
1238 Co. Welfare Rd., Leesport, PA 19533
610-372-4657
Berks County Office of Aging
http://www.berksaging.org
Planning, developing, coordinating and implementing programs and services
for residents over age 60 and long-term care services for adults under age
60.
633 Court St., 8th Fl., Reading, PA 19601
610-478-6500
Berks County Parks & Recreation
http://www.co.berks.pa.us/parks
Providing recreational opportunities throughout the year with festivals,
educational programs and tours of on-site museums at the Heritage Center
in Bern Township. (B)
2201 Tulpehocken Rd., Wyomissing, PA 19610
610-374-8839
Berks County Public Libraries' Bookmobile
http://www.berks.lib.pa.us
With 36 stops around Berks Co., provides adult/juvenile fiction, nonfiction,
reference collection, videos, CDs, dvds, cassettes, books on cd or tape,
and interlibrary loan. (F, B, D)
1037 S. MacArthur Rd., Reading, PA 19605
610-378-5260
Berks Talkline, Inc.
http://www.berks-talkline.org
A confidential, nonjudgmental listening service for youth and adults, also
acting as a liaison between youth and adults and community agencies. (F,
B, H)
P. O. Box 13234, Reading, PA 19612
Office: 610-921-9820
800-472-TALK · 610-374-TALK
(800-472-8255 · 610-374-8255)
Birdsboro Community Memorial Center
http://www.bcmc02.org
A positive environment for people to socialize, and participate in educational
and recreational activities, including Red Cross Courses, women's, youth/
preschool programming, fitness center. ($, B)
201 E. Main St., Birdsboro, PA 19508
610-582-2471
Boyertown Area YMCA
http://www.boyertownymca.org
Encouraging faith-based activities that build healthy spirit, mind and body
for all, offering childcare, health, fitness, children and teen programs,
babysitting certification, summer camps & more.
301 W. Spring St., Boyertown, PA 19512
610-369-9622
Budget Counseling Center
Certified HUD counseling agency, helping with home ownership, delinquency,
mortgage assistance, crisis rental assistance, family budgeting, credit
repair and a reverse mortgage program. (F, B, A, M)
247 N. 5th St., Reading, PA 19601
610-375-7866
Burn Prevention Foundation
http://www.burnprevention.org
Serving Southeastern PA with a resource library and fire and burn prevention
education programs for schools, including Kids Safety Houses and a juvenile
firesetter intervention program. (F, $, B, L)
5000 Tilghman St., Suite 215, Allentown, 18104
610-481-9810
Central PA Food Bank
http://www.centralpafoodbank.org
Providing food and grocery items to more than 400 member agencies in Central
PA, including pantries, shelters, soup kitchens, daycares, MH/MR, D&A
and transitional programs. (L)
3708 Corey Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17111
717-564-1700
Child Care Information Services of Berks Co.
http://www.berksiu.org
Helping all families find and select affordable, quality childcare and providing
childcare funding to low and moderate income working families and high school
students. (F, B, H)
BCIU, 1111 Commons Blvd., Reading, PA 19612
610-987-8444 · 800-257-3038
ChildLine Suspected Child Abuse Hotline
Provides information, counseling and referral services for families and
children to insure the safety and well being of PA's children. Callers can
remain anonymous. (F, B, L, H)
800-932-0313 24-hr/7days/week
Christ Community Church
http://www.sovereigngraceministries.org
Weekly caregroups offer meaningful personal support in family life and relationship
with Christ. Call or visit church on Sun. 10 am, Governor Mifflin Middle
School, Rt. 222 Shillington. (F, B, L, D)
921 Cacoosing Dr., Sinking Spring, PA 19608
610-670-2400
Clare House, Inc.
http://www.clarehouse.homestead.com
Serving homeless women and children by providing a temporary home in a caring
environment, life skills programs, and aftercare support leading to
self-sufficiency. (B, L, A, D, M)
342 - 344 E. Chestnut St., Lancaster, PA 17602
717-291-8967
Community Action Program of Lancaster County
http://www.caplanc.org
Working to enable low-income families to attain the skills, knowledge, motivations
and opportunities for them to become self-sufficient. (L)
630 Rockland St., Lancaster, PA 17608
717-299-7301
Community Alliance & Reinvestment Endeavor (C.A.R.E.), Inc.
Day house (M - F 11:30 am - 1:30 pm), soup kitchen, job placement assistance,
para-professional counseling, substance abuse referral, food/clothing distribution,
transitional housing for homeless single mothers. (F, $, G, B, D, M)
130 W. Buttonwood St., Reading, PA 19601
610-374-1880
Community Care Behavioral
Health Organization
http://www.ccbh.com
Improving the health and well-being of the community through delivery of
effective and accessible behavioral health services. (B, H)
24-hr. Member Helpline: 866-292-7886
866-229-3187 (Spanish)
Community Prevention Partnership
http://www.communitypreventionpartnership.org
Offers prevention services addressing problems and risks associated with
alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, violence, teen pregnancy, abuse, crime,
school dropout and other related social issues. (F, G, B, M)
227 N. 5th St., Reading, PA 19601
610-376-6988
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
http://www.moneymanagement.org
Offers confidential and professional family and individual financial counseling
on money management, debt repayment plans, credit and budgeting, with telephone
counseling also available. (F, $, B, L, M)
800-220-2733
Cornerstone Pregnancy Care Services
http://www.cornerstonepcs.com
A Christ-centered, pro-life ministry giving support to people who are dealing
with unplanned pregnancy concerns, plus offering material support after
a baby is born. (F, G, L, H, D, M)
P.O. Box 278, Oxford, PA 19363
610-998-2447
Crispus Attucks Community Center
Promoting cultural, educational, economic, social and recreational programs
to preserve the heritage, strengthen family structure and improve the quality
of life for residents. (L)
407 Howard Avenue, Lancaster PA 17602
717-394-6604
CTCE Federal Credit Union
http://www.ctce.org/
Offering members a wide range of financial services, plus free educational
programs on home buying, budgeting basics and student loan financial aid
for families. (B, L, A, D)
2101 Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19612
5462 Perkiomen Ave. Reading, PA (inside Redners)
610-376-6639
Cultural Collaborative of Berks County, Inc
Promoting cultural awareness through education, outreach and community involvement,
hosting the Festival of Nations every summer, the Call for Peace and the
BCTV program, Cultural Perspectives.
P.O. Box 28, Temple, PA 19560
610-779-8131
Cygnet Studios
http://www.cygnetstudios.org
Art classes for ages 6 - adult and ceramic pottery decorating. ($, L, A)
336 S. Market St., Elizabethtown, PA 17022
717-367-6140
Department of Environmental Protection
Services include environmental emergency response team, radon hotline and
management of air quality, waste, water quality and water supply programs.
(B, L)
Berks County: 610-916-0100
Lancaster County: 717-299-7601
Ephrata Area Social Services
http://www.eassinfo.org
Food bank, clothing bank, transportation, some furniture, limited help with
utilities, Christmas gift program, meals on wheels (Serves the Ephrata and
Denver areas only) ($) (F, L, A, D)
227 N. State St., Ephrata, PA 17522
717-733-0345
Ephrata Recreation Center
http://www.ephratarec.com
Providing facilities, equipment and organized participation to the community,
including dances, swimming, karate, baseball, basketball, football, wrestling,
aerobics, volleyball, fitness, tennis and archery.
130 Academy Dr., Ephrata, PA 17522
717-738-1167
Friend, Inc. Community Services
http://www.friendinc.org
Non-profit organization serving residents of Northeastern Berks county providing
assistance with casemanagement, emergency food pantry, counseling, referrals
and support groups including parenting support groups. (F, G, B, A)
658D Noble St., Kutztown, PA 19530
610-683-7790
Future Generations
http://www.dainfo.org
This after-school program for at-risk children offers mentoring, tutoring
and experiential education primarily for students in the school district
of Lancaster. (F, L)
630 Janet Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601
717-299-2831
Greater Berks Food Bank
http://www.berksfoodbank.org
Collecting, storing, and distributing donated food through a network of
emergency food providers. Meals provided at no cost if you meet income
guidelines. Food donations welcome. (F, B, M)
1011 Tuckerton Ct., Reading, PA 19605
610-926-5802
Greater Elizabethtown Area Recreation & Community Services (G.E.A.R.)
http://GEARS.recware.com
Offering classes/activities in financial planning, computer, cooking, crafts,
first aid/CPR, fitness, swimming, gymnastics, dance, karate, hunter safety,
summer camps & playground program. ($)
600 E. High St., Elizabethtown, PA 17022
717-367-0355
Habitat for Humanity
http://www.habitat.org
Builds or renovates homes for lower income families with the help of working
volunteers, monetary donations and the "sweat equity" of potential
familyhome owners, with 0% interest mortgages. (F, B, L)
P.O. Box 13666, Reading, PA 19612
610-373-3439
443 Fairview Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603
http://lancasterhabitat.org
717-392-8836
Healthy Communities/Healthy Youth Initiative
http://www.uwberks.org
Working to communicate the message of the 40 assets for positive growth
that all children need to succeed, through training sessions, resources
and materials. (F, B)
501 Washington St., Reading, PA 19603
610-685-4574
Hispanic Center
http://www.centrohispano.org/
Offering information/referrals, interpretation/translation, supportive counseling,
transportation & medical appointment escorts for those whose access
to community resources is limited due to language/cultural barriers. (B,
M)
501 Washington St., LL, Reading, PA 19601
610-376-3748 · 610-372-2619
Home Ownership Center
Offering step-by-step assistance to become buyer-ready, free monthly educational
seminars and referrals to LHOP and other agencies for appropriate services.
(L)
Crispus Attucks Community Ctr.
407 Howard Ave., Lancaster PA 17602
717-394-6604
Jewish Community Center
Providing social, cultural, recreation programs and services for the community.
1700 City Line St., Reading, PA 19604
http://www.berksweb.com/jcc/jcc.asp
610-921-0624
2120 Oregon Pk., Lancaster, PA 17601
717-569-7352
Jewish Family Service
http://www.readingjewishcommunity.com
Working to maintain and strengthen the quality of individual/family life
in the Jewish community, programs include Kosher Meals-on-Wheels, Food Bank,
counseling, financial assistance. (B)
1700 City Line St., Reading, PA 19604
610-921-2766
1120 Columbia Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603
717-293-1928
Job Advancement & Rapid ReEmployment Program
Helping income eligible parents at-risk of job loss due to childcare, transportation,
family, job skills or other issues to retain employment, improve skills
& earn benefits. (F, L, A, M)
134 S. Prince St., P.O. Box 1593, Lanc., PA 17608
717-509-1215
Lancaster Family YMCA
http://www.lancasterymca.org
Offering activities for all ages including fitness classes, swimming lessons,
after-school activities for ages 6 - 18, sports leagues, and day & resident
summer camps. (F, $, SS, L, D)
572 N. Queen St., Lancaster, PA 17603
717-397-7474
Lancaster Recreation Commission
http://www.lancasterrec.org
Offering youth sports and recreation programs, summer camps, after school
programs, Camp Optimist, preschool and before and after school programs
and more. (F, $, L)
525 Fairview Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603
717-392-2115
Library System of Lancaster County
http://www.lancasterlibraries.org
Bringing together member libraries to create a cost effective network of
technology, facilities and resources to meet the community's informational,
educational and recreational needs. (F, L)
29 E. King St., Suite 222, Lancaster, PA 17602
717-207-0500
Lititz Community Center
http://www.lititzcommunitycenter.org
"Together We're Better" -- fitness center, indoor pool, gymnasium,
game room, extensive programs, children's services dept., nursery school,
summer camps, memberships, day passes. (L)
301 W. Maple St., Lititz, PA 17543
717-626-5096
Luthercare
http://wwww.luthercare.org
Providing childcare for age 6-weeks to 12 years, counseling services for
individuals of all ages and senior health care and residential services.
($, I, L, A)
600 E. Main St., Lititz, PA 17543
717-626-1171
Manheim Township Community Life Task Force
http://www.manheimtownship.org
Addressing cultural tolerance, domestic and youth violence and other issues
to provide a safe community and enhance the quality of life. Meeting 1st
Thurs. monthly 7 - 9 pm.
1825 Municipal Dr., Lancaster, PA 17601
717-569-6401 Ext. 705
Mercy Community Crisis Pregnancy Center
Offering free pregnancy testing, confidential volunteer peer counseling,
referrals for social services and prenatal care, and information on sexually
transmitted diseases. (F, B, H, D)
105 S. Firth St., Reading, PA 19602
610-376-0828
Neighborhood Housing Services of Reading, Inc.
http://www.nhsreading.org
Providing 1st time homebuyer classes for general public, counseling and
mortgage financing for low-moderate income families (HUD income guidelines).
(B, D, M)
213 N. 5th St., Suite 1030, Reading, PA 19601
610-372-8433
NEW HOPE Community Life Ministry
A faith-based service agency providing counseling, groups, seminars, as
well as drug/alcohol through Naaman Center and referrals. (SS, I, G, L,
A, D)
114 TownsEdge Dr., Quarryville, PA 17566
717-786-2802
Nutrition Education Program (NEP)
http://www.caplanc.org/nutrition_education_program.htm
Committed to educating low-income families about healthful food choices
and encouraging individuals to adopt positive, sustainable nutrition-related
behaviors. (L)
Lancaster Family Center
601 S. Queen St., Lancaster, PA 17608
717-431-1027
PA Association for Volunteerism (PAV)
http://www.pavolunteer.org
Promoting and strengthening volunteerism in PA, providing education, training,
networking opportunities and advocacy on volunteer related topics. (F, B,
L)
P.O. Box 385, Reading, PA 19607
610-916-2093
PA Partnerships for Children
http://www.papartnerships.org
Focusing on health, early education and well-being, this statewide research,
resource and advocacy center for children promotes public policies that
benefit children's well-being. (B, L)
20 N. Market Sq., Suite 300, Harrisburg, PA 17101
800-257-2030
Reading-Berks Human Relations Council
http://www.rbhrc.org
Dedicated to ending discrimination based on age, race, sex, religion, handicap,
place of national origin, or familial status through education, information,
investigation, reconciliation and referrals. (F, $, B, D, M)
645 Penn St., 2nd Fl., Reading, PA 19601
610-375-8852
Reading Musical Foundation
http://www.readingmusicfoundation.org
Umbrella funding organization providing support for music student scholarships,
local music presenters, music education programs and music projects for
community outreach. (B)
P.O. Box 14835, Reading, PA 19612
610-376-3395
Reading Police Crime Prevention Unit
Providing safety and prevention education for adults and children, including
D.A.R.E. and McGruff programs and "Policing Reading" BCTV show
1st Thurs. monthly 6 pm. (F, B, A, M)
325 Walnut St., Reading, PA 19601
610-655-6346
Resources for Resolving Conflict
http://www.rrcinc.org
Conflict resolution counseling, training and consulting for churches and
non-profit organizations, and mediation for families, businesses, communities
and individuals for conflict resolution. ($, SS, L, A)
104 Urban Dr., Lancaster, PA 17603
717-393-9964
Summer Feeding Program
Federally funded program offering free meals for 8 weeks during the summer
to children (who are able to feed themselves) through age 18 and legally
handicapped adults. (F, B, M)
At 8 locations in the Reading Area
610-371-5735
Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services
http://www.svps.org
Offering physical, emotional and spiritual help to women, men and teens
who are facing unplanned pregnancy and related issues. (F, G, L, H, D, M)
Columbia Pregnancy Center
501 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512
24-Hr. Client Line: 717-684-3400
Ephrata Pregnancy Center
112 W. Main St., Ephrata, PA 17522
24-Hr. Client Line: 717-733-9440
Lancaster Pregnancy Clinic
822 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603
24-Hr. Client Line: 717-291-1800
Lititz Pregnancy Center
6 W. Newport Rd., Lititz, PA 17543
24-Hr Client Line: 717-627-4357
Tabor Community Services
http://www.tabornet.org
Teaching skills and disciplines that empower clients to become productive,
responsible members of our community, with a complete array of housing and
financial counseling services. (F, SS, L, A, M)
439 E. King St., P.O. Box 1676, Lanc., PA 17608
717-397-5182
Toys for Tots
http://www.Toysfortots.org
Provides toys during the holidays for the less fortunate. You can volunteer
your time, donate toys, or be a business sponsor. (F, B, M)
615 Kenhorst Blvd., Reading, PA 19611
610-373-1607
308 Indian Head Rd., Columbia, PA 17552
http://www.lcdmcl.org
717-684-5230
Travelers Protective Association, Post D
Providing safety education, including bicycle safety programs and CHAD stickers
for child identification on child safety seats and inside bicycle helmets,
plus DNA kits for home use. (F, B, L)
1014 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603
717-291-4639
United Community Services for Working Families
Provides information and referral services for people in transition between
jobs, including employment and educational information. (F, B, L, M)
116 N. 5th St., Reading, PA 19601
610-374-3319
United Way
Working to improve people's lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities.
Programs include volunteer centers, youth mentoring, fundraising, donation
coordination and community partnership building. (F, B, L)
United Way of Berks Co.
http://www.uwberks.org
501 Washington St., Reading, PA 19603
610-371-4550
United Way of Boyertown
5th & Montgomery Aves., Boyertown, PA 19512
610-367-8716
United Way of Lancaster Co.
http://www.uwlanc.org
630 Janet Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601
717-394-0731
United Way LINC
http://www.uwlanc.org
Provides a free, confidential information and referral service, where trained
professionals will point you in the right direction and help you find the
services you need, 24 hours/7 days/week. (F, L, H, D, M)
630 Janet Ave., Lancaster, PA
717-291-LINC
Urban League of Lancaster
Integrated employment program, Project Hope (HIV/AID Support Services),
Impact (Abstinence), Team Elect (Teen Parenting), parent advocacy program,
afterschool programs, job retention program and computer lab. (F, L, A,
D)
502 S. Duke St., Lancaster, PA 17602
717-394-1966
Weatherization Program
Helping low-income families save on energy costs by providing insulation,
caulking, weather-stripping, furnace tune-ups, and other energy saving measures.
(B, M)
BCAP, P.O. Box 22, Reading, PA 19603
610-375-9770
YMCA of Reading & Berks County
http://www.ymca-berkscounty.org
Serving children, teens and families through programs including childcare,
transitional housing, wellness classes, aquatics, youth sports and more.
631 Washington St., Reading, PA 19601
610-378-4742
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