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Family Center Ribbon Cutting

Family Center Ribbon Cutting

A ribbon cutting on August 30 officially opened a renovated Friends Association Family Center in the heart of downtown West Chester that provides temporary housing to families distressed by homelessness. The Friends Association apartment building on Chestnut Street...

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Jennifer Lopez is Stepping Down as CEO

Jennifer Lopez is Stepping Down as CEO

Friends Association for Care & Protection of Children’s CEO Jennifer Lopez will depart the agency to spend time with her granddaughter while focusing on her service as a Commissioner at the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, where she serves as...

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From the desk of CEO Jennifer Lopez

From the desk of CEO Jennifer Lopez

At the beginning of May, after much contemplation, I made the decision that it was time to bring my work at Friends Association to a close. It’s been almost 5 years- a pandemic, a million-dollar renovation of a 200-year-old building, a chronic housing problem that has...

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Recognizing Juneteenth in Chester County

Recognizing Juneteenth in Chester County

In recent years, Juneteenth has gained significant recognition across the United States as an important milestone in African American history. Commemorated on June 19th each year, Juneteenth marks the day when the last enslaved individuals in Texas were finally...

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Reflections on Father’s Day

Reflections on Father’s Day

As Father's Day approaches, it's an opportune time to reflect on the significance of this special day and the challenges faced by those fathers who find themselves homeless in Chester County. While Father's Day is often associated with joyous celebrations and...

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Memorial Day, a Day of Remembrance and Reflection

Memorial Day, a Day of Remembrance and Reflection

Memorial Day, a day of remembrance and reflection, holds a special place in the hearts of Americans as they honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces. It is a time to recognize their valor, express gratitude, and...

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