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Enjoying Autumn During COVID-19

It’s time to say goodbye to summer and hello to autumn! This season is usually jam-packed with fun activities and gatherings. Although COVID-19 has changed the look of the entire…

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LISTEN NOW: Dr. McDaniel on Anti-Racism and Child Welfare

The Imprint Weekly Podcast offers listeners a regular review of news and trends in America’s child welfare and juvenile justice systems, along with other critical services for youth and families….

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FGDM Statewide Webinar: Utilizing FGDM to Reduce Congregate Care

Session 1: Prevention October 27, 2020, 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Session 2: Transitioning from Congregate Care November 18, 2020, 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The virtual Family Group Decision-Making…

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Love Doesn’t Have Color in This Home!

Kevin and Dominique Gill received Andrew with open arms two years ago. Andrew was in state custody since he was 6 years old due to the termination of his parents’…

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Big Homie Lil Homie Gets a Huge Surprise!

Tiffany Haddish, guest host of The Ellen Show, surprised Jamal Stroud, owner and founder of Big Homie Lil Homie. His mentorship program serves over 225 at-risk boys in his community….

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: What Is Domestic Violence?

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This month gives us the time to reflect on the lives of those who have passed away due to domestic violence and raise awareness of what domestic violence…

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Early In-Person Voting in PA: Deadlines and Updates

Information provided by VotesPA. The last day to do all-in-one early in-person voting in PA (applying for your ballot and voting early in person) is 5 p.m. October 27. You…

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ASCI Staff Enjoys Virtual DIY Apple Making!

On October 9, staff enjoyed a virtual DIY caramel apple-making event as part of our weekly wellness offerings. Through Microsoft Teams, staff enjoyed friendly conversations while making this tasty fall…

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ASCI Receives Major Accreditation

A Second Chance, Inc., is proud to announce we have received a distinguished Three-Year Accreditation (the best possible) from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for our kinship…

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Special-Needs Youth in Care: Addressing Overrepresentation & Advancing Strategy

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. How far do these principles reach when your organizational leaders talk about providing services that ensure the safety and well-being of all children and families? ASCI’s model…

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